In association with The Clayton Teaching Studio
2023: Calligraphic fundamentals in depth.
Open for registration. 3 weeks, 3 days a week (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays)
Cost: £600
Foundations of calligraphy part 2 taught by Ewan Clayton - Italic letterforms, continuing with materials and tools, project assignments. Taught to the depth that it used be at Roehampton. Students are expected to complete an additional one day of home-work. Limited places. The course is suitable for beginners with a basic understanding of materials (inks, writing surfaces & tools), as well as those with considerable experience. The benefit of a course such as this comes from having a concentrated period of time devoted to growing one's calligraphic skills, the sustained programme of learning helps it bed down in your motor system and grow your imagination, skill and confidence. There are also a limited number of places for advanced students who may want to audit the course whilst working on their own projects.
Topics Covered:
An introduction to formal italic writing, its development and history.
Looking at related form, geometry, and movement of Italic.
Flow and ease in writing.
Italic capitals, flourishing.
Review and planning individual future learning.
3 weeks in early autumn.
September 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26 & 27
Three days a week instruction from 9:30-4:30
* Access to the studio from 9:00-5:00, and some additional open studio work days to be determined as needed on a weekly basis.
** Please be in contact before making travel arrangements.
£ 600 - this class is designed as continuation from the Long Course Part 1, though that is not a formal pre-requisite. The variety of levels in this class has been one of its riches. It is highly recommended to have a basic understanding of materials (inks, writing surfaces & tools.) Please contact Ewan if you’d like to discuss suitability and your goals for the course.
Class size limited to 10 people. 30% non-refundable deposit required by August 1st, 2023 to secure spot.
To register or for further information, contact: info@brightoncalligraphy.com