Key Facts
- Starting
17 Apr 2024- Location
- Merton
- Start Time
- 13:00
- End Time
- 15:30
- Duration
- 10 Weeks
- Study Mode
- Part Time Day
- Days
- Wednesday
- Start Date
- 17 Apr 2024
- Level
- Short Course
- Code
- MABE035CP
Fees
- 19+ Fee
- £ 0 - 100
Calligraphy
Explore the art of Calligraphy in this 10-week course for beginners and improvers. You will receive step-by-step instruction on how to draw calligraphic letterforms, exploring a variety of writing instruments to develop your skills, including pencil, broad-edge and pointed nib pens, as well as learning about the historical context of different styles.
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Course Content
Learning from historical models, you will develop your own personal style and build up a portfolio of work. The course will introduce Western calligraphy, provide technical instruction in the use and handling of calligraphic pens or brushes in drawing calligraphic alphabets, and provide practical suggestions in using alphabets for personal projects. The course is designed to develop your creativity and give you the skills and ideas to complete your own projects independently. -
Additional Information
If you are low-waged or on benefits you may be able to enrol for free - see our Admissions Department for details. -
Course Structure
Each session will include:*Presentation and discussion of traditional and contemporary examples of calligraphy
Demonstration of different aspects of calligraphy and step-by-step instructions on how to practice
Detailed and constructive feedback
- Peer feedback and review