Ready to slow down, get creative, and try something new? Our upcoming Modern Calligraphy Basics Workshop is more than just learning fancy writing — it’s an invitation to unplug, discover the timeless beauty of calligraphy and reconnect with the joy of creating by hand.

While you are here, let's also bust a myth - you do not need to have beautiful handwriting to write beautiful calligraphy!

What you will learn:

In this three hour Modern Calligraphy Basics workshop, you will be guided through the basics of calligraphy and the pointed pen. You will learn how to assemble your pen and hold it the right way. We will walk through the basic strokes and letter and word formations, as well as nib care and more. We will spend some time learning the rules of traditional calligraphy before showing you how to break the rules to achieve a more casual and free-flowing style.

This is a fun and creative workshop aimed at those with no experience with calligraphy. We also welcome individuals who have some experience with calligraphy using other tools (brush pen, watercolour brush etc) and may want add the pointed pen to their set of skills. During the group workshop, you can expect to receive personalised feedback from myself as we progress.

What is supplied:

Workshop participants will receive a calligraphy starter kit with everything they'll be using during the workshop:

Workshop booklet created by Sophia
Personalised place card
Pen holder
Selection of 2 nibs best suited for beginners
Nib tin
Ink
Pencil and eraser

This kit will be for you to take home so that you can continue practicing and fall deeper in love with this art.

Light refreshments will also be provided at the workshop.

What to bring:

No experience is necessary - just bring your curiosity!
All materials are included for the workshop, so you will not need to bring anything.

Please be aware that as we will be working with black ink, participants are advised not to dress in their best clothes. Comfortable clothes that allow free arm movement would be ideal.

If you have any questions about the workshop, please feel free to contact myself via Instagram or Facebook (@bysophierach) or hello@bysophierach.com.

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