What you'll learn
Learn to write in modern pointed pen script with our calligraphy short courses in Sydney!
Calligraphy reflects tradition, personality, style and creativity – everyone can learn it! Come and learn the beautiful art of calligraphy to gain an understanding of its rich history and the development of our modern alphabet.
Working with dip pen and ink, students will learn a modern script style of lettering. This is a more casual form of pointed pen and you will learn to add your own flair and style.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this modern pointed pen calligraphy course, you should be able to apply:
- Letters and numerals of the Copperplate hand
- Spacial awareness
- Analytical skills for letter form and shape
- An understanding of layout and design skills
- Colour and design techniques
- All learned skills to a piece of work or project.
After finishing this modern pointed pen calligraphy course, you might like to also learn:
Course content
What will be covered in this modern pointed calligraphy course?
- How to write with a pointed nib and ink
- Script style, letter construction and characteristics
- Letter form, spacing and create your “own style”
- Flourishing
- Numerals
- Colour, layout and design skills with the idea of combining all of the above to produce a small piece of work
Intended audience
Who is this modern pointed pen calligraphy course for?
This course is for anyone, from beginners to those who want to brush up on their skills.
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon Street & Victoria Road)
Course materials
What to bring to class
Option 1: Purchase a materials kit at enrolment checkout which will be supplied in your first class.
Additionally please bring:
- Ruler
- Water jar
- Pencil
Option 2: Please bring the following materials:
- A4 or A3 layout pad (Canson)
- Copperplate or pointed pen nib (Zebra G nib recommended)
- Pen holder (either straight pen holder or an oblique holder specifically for Copperplate)
- Ink (Black Sumi ink or Chinese stick ink)
- Coloured inks, gouache, coloured pencils
- Ruler, HB pencil
- Water jar, rag
- Other supplies will be advised if needed throughout the course
Additional information
Please note the following:
- Closed-in shoes required
- Please wear old clothes
- Long hair must be tied back
Course testimonials
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Angie said: I really enjoyed the class. Sharon was a clear and knowledgeable teacher... I came away with a good foundation to build and practice this skill.
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Judy said: Loved the experienced teacher and meeting other people interested in the same thing :-)
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Victoria said: Loved being taught by Shaz! Really enjoyed the day, it didn't feel rushed like other classes. Shaz shared a lot of good knowledge with us.
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Johana said: Great course. The teacher was amazing.
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Theresa said: Shas is a great tutor which extensive knowledge and tips which she shared with us.
Course tutors
Sharon Baker
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