August Nashville Calligraphy Classes with Molly Margaret

August classes have been announced! Please see below for more information…

August 16, 2014   :   Calligraphy 101   /   9am-1pm   /   SOLD OUT

August 16, 2014   :   Calligraphy 2.0   /   3pm-7pm

August 17, 2014   :   Brush Lettering   /   9am-1pm   /  SOLD OUT

Traditional and Modern Calligraphy with Molly Margaret : Calligraphy 101

In this class we will take a look at traditional calligraphy scripts and how to expand into more modern styles. You will walk away with knowledge on using the unique tools involved in dip pen calligraphy, traditional and modern lettering styles, paper and ink choices and more!

This class will be a one day workshop from 9am-1pm.

Traditional:

We will explore how to use different nibs, pen holders, guidelines, ink and paper. The first part of class will be focused on traditional copperplate letterforms. It’s important to understand the foundations when learning a new skill. This part will give you an understanding of the main concepts of calligraphy.

Modern:

In the second part we will look at how to expand your skills. We will dive into a more modern calligraphy styles, learn more about paper selection and go over any other questions!

My goal is to help you begin a journey in calligraphy. I’ll take time with each student to provide you with techniques and tips to further your skills.

Supplies list:

Oblique Pen Holder ( I recommend getting a holder like the Oblique Peerless Holder, Hourglass Adjustable Oblique Holder or Century Oblique Holder. The Speedball holder will also work but it’s less ideal.) ** Left handers- please bring a straight pen holder. It’s easier to work with sometimes **

2 nibs of your choice. I recommend the following for beginners: Zebra G or Nikko G

I will provide you with paper and ink.

Class Time:

August 16, 2014   9am-1pm

Class Cost : $55

Class size: 4-14 students

Location: Paper & Ink Arts, 240 Great Circle Road, STE 328, Nashville, TN 37228

Register below:   SOLD OUT

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August 16, 2014

Calligraphy 2.0 : Experimenting with inks, flourishes & projects

Now that you’ve learned the basics it’s time to dive in deeper! Come expand your calligraphy skills in this 4 hour advanced class. We will look at working with colored inks, intro flourishing, modern variations and overall composition. It’s time to take all of the practice you’ve been doing with traditional calligraphy and expand your letterforms in new modern ways. We’ll look at edgy to romantic scripts as well as how to draw banners and other foliage to accent your calligraphy.

If you’ve been practicing at home please bring in your practice work. I’ll be happy to go over how we can challenge ourselves by reviewing our own work and offer constructive feedback.

You’ll leave class with the ability to use unique letterforms, add flourishes to your calligraphy and create a variety of projects with fun inks and papers.

Students will be in a class of 14. I’ll cover a concept and then walk around to provide one on one guidance.

Since this class will be more advanced please be familiar with using a penholder with nib and the copperplate script before registering.

Class Supplies:
– oblique pen holder
– 2 nibs of choice
– straight pen holder (optional)

Inks, paper and fun paints will be provided. We’re going to play with gold ink!

Class Time:

August 16, 2014 3pm-7pm

Class Cost : $60

Class size: 4-14 students

Location: Paper & Ink Arts, 240 Great Circle Road, STE 328, Nashville, TN 37228

Register:

More flourishing & project examples:

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August 17, 2014

Brush lettering

Come explore the world of brush lettering! In this class we will look at the many lettering effects and styles you can achieve using brushes and brush markers. We will cover a full brush alphabet, letter variations from edgy to flowy and a few basic illustration examples using a brush. Using tools from markers to paint brushes you’ll create new letterforms with ease.

Personally, brush lettering is one of my favorite types of lettering. It allows you to create similar looks to traditional and modern calligraphy without needing more than a pen and paper. Sometimes I’ll use brush pens to sketch out designs before I even pick up a penholder and nib. In this class I’ll show you how to achieve these styles without losing the thin and thick look. The lettering above and below were done using brush markers.

You’ll leave class with a fun new skill that can be used to bring a flare to any project.

This is a beginners class. No previous experience in lettering skills are required.

All class supplies will be provided for you and are included in the class fee. You just have to show up!

Class Time:

August 17, 2014     9am-1pm

Class Cost : $55

Class size: 4-14 students

Location: Paper & Ink Arts, 240 Great Circle Road, STE 328, Nashville, TN 37228

Register: 

More brush lettering examples:

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