Calligraphy Artwork Series, Four Wednesdays NEW DATES: April 22, 29, May 6 & 13, 9:30–11:30 AM This four week series is designed for students who want to create a finished calligraphy artwork built around a text of their choice—an excerpt, poem, lyric, or personal phrase. The focus is on developing an original piece from idea to final presentation, with guidance at each step. During the first class, we will discuss the theme and idea for each student’s piece. Participants may choose a short text they would like to work with — for example, a poem, song lyrics, or a quote that feels meaningful to them. We will talk about the mood and meaning they want to express through the work, and begin looking at references and visual inspiration. In the second class, we will focus on sketches and composition. We will explore how to place the text on the page, how to organize the layout, and what expressive elements could be added. If a student wishes, they may combine calligraphy with drawing, watercolor, or collage. If they do not have those skills, that is absolutely fine — the text itself can become the main artistic element. In the third class, we will work on developing the artwork in its intended format and size. For example, if the final piece will be created on A3 paper, we will already begin sketching and practicing at that scale, using the chosen style and composition. In the final class, students will create the finished artwork, or complete the main part of it so they can finalize any remaining details at home. By the end of the series, together with a few small homework assignments between classes, each student should have a completed original calligraphy artwork. The final piece can be small, such as A3 size, or larger if desired. We can also explore different materials, such as colored paper — for example, white gouache on a dark background can look especially striking. If a student already has calligraphy experience, we can build on the scripts they know. If they do not, we can work with their own natural handwriting as a starting point and transform it into a more expressive artistic piece. The goal of the series is for each student to leave with a real finished artwork that reflects their personal idea and could be framed or submitted for exhibition. Across the series, students will move through a structured creative process: selecting and refining text, gathering visual references, exploring layout and composition, and producing sketches to test style, spacing, and rhythm. Students will then develop their strongest concept into a final finished artwork, combining lettering with ink, watercolor, and expressive mark-making as desired. The series supports both beginners and returning students. Instruction will be adapted to each student’s experience level, with clear demonstrations, feedback, and one-on-one support to help bring individual ideas to completion. Members $240 / Non Members $260 Please register below Cancellation polic...
