Calligraphy Workshops
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 January 25, 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 #250895
Hand Lettered Valentine’s Day Cards
Sunday February 8, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
In this two-hour workshop, students will learn how to draw beautiful script letters and use them to create their own one-of-a-
kind Valentine’s Day cards. Students will leave the workshop with their finished greeting cards as well as a set of worksheets
to continue their hand lettering practice at home. No experience is needed to join this workshop.Course #250899
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 for Beginners
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
Hand Lettered Holiday Ornaments
Sunday, December 14, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
Custom ornaments make a wonderful gift for friends and family! In this two-hour workshop, students will learn how to draw beautiful script letters and use them to decorate their own acrylic ornaments. Students will leave the workshop with their finished ornaments as well as a set of worksheets to continue their hand lettering practice at home. All materials will be provided (e.g. ornaments, markers and ribbons). A supply fee of $15 will need to be paid to the instructor at the start of the workshop.Course #00223776
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.