Calligraphy Workshops In Toronto and Markham

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Modern Brush Calligraphy (Online Course)


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Learn Calligraphy: Modern Brush Calligraphy (Online Course)
Get full year access to "Modern Brush Calligraphy" taught by Erica Pinto and hosted by Kestrel Montes on LearnCalligraphy.com. Once registered, you get instant access to pre-recorded classes, all handouts, and links via the online portal.

In-Person Classes

Brush Calligraphy - Beginner Workshop


Sunday March 1, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
Brush pen calligraphy is a beautiful art form that can be used to add a personal touch to everything from greeting cards to event signage. In this three-hour workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, how to form basic strokes and how to connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. Students will receive a set of worksheets that they can take home to continue their practice. No experience is needed to join the workshop, just a willingness to have fun and try something new! Materials not included.

Course #250897

Brush Calligraphy - Beginner Workshop


Saturday March 14, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Latcham Art Centre
2 Park Drive
Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario
L4A 4K1
Brush pen calligraphy is a beautiful art form that can be used to add a personal touch to everything from greeting cards to event signage.  In this two-hour workshop, led by professional lettering artist Erica Pinto, students will learn the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, how to form basic strokes and how to connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. No experience is needed to join the workshop, just a willingness to have fun and try something new! All materials will be provided.

Brush Calligraphy – Intermediate Workshop


Sunday March 29, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
This class is designed for anyone who has taken a beginner-level brush pen calligraphy class and is ready to take their skills to the next level. In this three-hour workshop, students will practice uppercase letters and learn how to use these in combination with lowercase letters and words. They will also learn how to enhance their calligraphy by experimenting with style variations and simple flourishes. Students will receive a set of worksheets that they can take home to continue their practice. Materials not included.

Course #250903

Brush Calligraphy - Beginner Workshop


Sunday April 26, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
Brush pen calligraphy is a beautiful art form that can be used to add a personal touch to everything from greeting cards to event signage. In this three-hour workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, how to form basic strokes and how to connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. Students will receive a set of worksheets that they can take home to continue their practice. No experience is needed to join the workshop, just a willingness to have fun and try something new! Materials not included.

Course #284577

Mother’s Day Mumsie Mug and Keepsake Card


Sunday, May 9, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Kate’s Garden
227 Main Street Markham North Unit #3
Markham, Ontario
L3P 1Y6
Turn a tea cup is turned into a beautiful arrangement for Mother’s Day. Measures 12 × 12. Beautifully boxed as well. Calligraphy artist Erica Pinto will be in-store on Saturday, May 9th to help you create a keepsake card to accompany your beautiful mumsie arrangement.

Intro to Brush Calligraphy


Sunday, May 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Paper Plus Cloth
1340 Queen St West
Toronto, Ontario
M6K 1L4
Brush calligraphy is a beautiful art form that can be used to add a personal touch to everything from greeting cards to event signage.  In this 2.5 hour workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, how to form basic strokes and how to connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. Students will receive a set of brush pens and a workbook that they can take home to continue their practice. No experience is needed to join this workshop, just a willingness to have fun and try something new!

Brush Calligraphy - Beginner Workshop


Sunday June 14, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
Brush pen calligraphy is a beautiful art form that can be used to add a personal touch to everything from greeting cards to event signage. In this three-hour workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, how to form basic strokes and how to connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. Students will receive a set of worksheets that they can take home to continue their practice. No experience is needed to join the workshop, just a willingness to have fun and try something new! Materials not included.

Course #284578

Private Lessons

Cursive (Ages 8+)


This class will introduce students to the art of cursive handwriting. Students will learn both lowercase and uppercase letters, and how to join these letters to write words and names. Mini art projects will be included so that students can apply their new skills in a fun and creative way.

Brush Calligraphy (Ages 10+)


This class will introduce students to the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, how to form basic strokes, and how to connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. Students who wish to move beyond the basics will have the opportunity to learn uppercase letters and how to use these in combination with lowercase letters and words. Mini art projects will be included so that students can apply their new skills in a fun and creative way.

Brush Calligraphy (Adults)


Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of modern brush pen calligraphy, including how to hold a brush pen, how to form basic strokes, and how to connect these strokes to form lowercase letters and words. Students who wish to move beyond the basics will have the opportunity to learn uppercase letters and how to use these in combination with lowercase letters and words. Students will also learn how to enhance their calligraphy by experimenting with composition, style variations and simple flourishes.