Calligraphy Workshops

Calligraphy Workshops In Toronto and Markham

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Modern Brush Calligraphy

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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.
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One-Day Brush Calligraphy – Beginner

Sunday January 19, 2025 | 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.
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Course #130587

Hand-Lettered Valentine’s Day Cards

Sunday, February 9, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
Why buy a Valentine’s Day card when you can make one by hand? 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 card. 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.
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Course #135989

Hand Lettering for Teens

Sunday, February 23, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
Unleash your creativity with hand lettering! In this two-hour session, participants will discover how to draw stylish letters by hand, perfect for decorating bullet journals, creating unique posters, and crafting personalized cards. The workshop will cover the basics of letter formation and give students a chance to experiment with various pens and styles. Students will create a beautifully hand-lettered quote to take home. No experience is needed to join the workshop.
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Course #136001

One-Day Brush Calligraphy – Intermediate

Sunday, March 9, 2025 | 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.
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Course #130591

The Joy of Handwriting

Sunday, March 30, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Varley Art Gallery
216 Main Street Unionville
Markham, Ontario
L3R 2H1
Do you wish you had more opportunities to write by hand? In this two-hour workshop, we’ll celebrate all things handwritten! The workshop will provide students with an overview of different styles and applications, as well as key considerations for improving your handwriting. Students will have the opportunity to refresh their cursive handwriting and apply their skills to a creative project. Materials not included.
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Course #135997

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.
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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.
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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.
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