At this relaxing calligraphy class you’ll learn how to use a brush pen to create beautiful hand lettering. You’ll practice making the fundamental strokes then use them to form letters and words in a modern calligraphy style, giving you a strong foundation to build on. Located in the centre of Wells close to all the shops, cafes and sights if you want to make a day of it.

You’ll also get the chance to try out a range of different brush pens and make some festive gift tags and cards featuring your newly-learnt beautiful lettering. Demonstrations are projected onto a screen so you can see everything in up close detail as well as receiving plenty of individual tuition.

This workshop’s a great introduction to modern calligraphy and ideal if you want to create your own stationery and hand-lettered home décor, or are looking for a creative and relaxing hobby.

If you’d like to try using brush pens along with dip pens and ink then you might like this Introduction to Modern Calligraphy Class here, or to explore using a dip pen in more depth see this class here.

Suitable for complete beginners and those needing a refresher. If you’ve tried using a dip pen and ink before then this class will add to your lettering skills and we’ll take a look at how you can adjust your lettering style too.

All materials and tea & coffee are included. You’ll get to take away your own pen and be emailed a PDF of the worksheets we use.

DAY: Saturday 18th November, 2023

TIME: 10am - 12:30pm

WHERE: Heritage Courtyard Studios, Sadler Street, WELLS, BA5 2RR (Through the arch to the left of the art shop)

See it on a map here.

DETAILS

• Learn about how to use a brush pen effectively and with control

• Find out why modern calligraphy is more about drawing than writing (and you don’t need good handwriting either!)

• Make the basic strokes and use them to build a beautiful alphabet

• Know how to start lettering words confidently for your own projects

WHAT YOU GET

• All materials are provided to use

• Experienced teacher

• Workbook PDF emailed to you after

• Plenty of one-to-one tuition in a small group

• Discounted pop-up shop to purchase materials to take home

WHO’S IT FOR

This workshop is suitable for complete beginners and improvers and left and right-handed writers. Under 18’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

EXTRA INFORMATION

Seats are limited so reserve your spot soon.

Tea & coffee is included.

The venue is accessed by stairs.

Nearest car parks are at Union Street and Waitrose - about a 5 - 7 minute walk away.

Please note: In case of accidental ink flicking please don’t wear you best clothes!

Payment is final/non-refundable and is required in full for confirmation of reservation.

If you can’t make it, you can SIGN UP HERE to keep informed about future workshop dates, get early bird access and special discounts.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

All workshop tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. This does not affect your statutory rights. Pre-booking by purchasing a ticket here is necessary to attend. Please bring your email confirmation with you to class as a physical ticket will not be posted. In the unlikely event that the workshop is cancelled, a full refund will be given. Mirabelle Makery cannot take responsibility for any loss of money (including travel costs) as a result of the cancellation of a class. Mirabelle Makery reserves full rights to accept or decline the registration of any participant for any reason, without explanation. In the event of a no-show, late arrival or inability to stay through the entire workshop, no refund will be granted. Should the workshop be cancelled or shortened, Mirabelle Makery will perform all refunds within 5 working days. Any discount codes must be entered at the time of checkout and are subject to Terms and Conditions as stated in the original offer.

In the event of a lockdown due to Covid-19 a full refund will be given.

By purchasing this ticket, you agree to these terms and conditions.