W-CG211 Calligraphic Drawing With Margot Griffin

All levels welcome! The principles of pointed pen calligraphy can be used to make wonderful, expressive drawings using a simple brush marker. This beginner-friendly art can be drawn with basic instruction long before one masters the basic strokes and learns a complete set of letterforms. This one day course provides a great introduction to the […]

W-CG209 Bad Words in Pretty Lettering With Margot Griffin

Beginner This beginner brush lettering class will go over the basics of modern calligraphy using brush pens and markers. Once students understand the fundamental strokes and how to combine them to form letters, the real fun begins! Feel free to BYOB to get those creative juices flowing and please be aware that this class will […]

W-PT801 Watercolor Garden With Margot Griffin

Beginner, Intermediate This beginning watercolor class will focus on learning brush strokes common to several leaves and flowers. We will explore various methods of color blending and ways to achieve texture. Loose florals are perfect for both anyone new to watercolor and those with some experience. All materials provided but you are welcome to bring […]

W-CG210 Intro to Broad Edge Calligraphy With Margot Griffin

Beginner Students in this workshop will learn the essential principles of broad edge calligraphy used to write in classic hands such as Roman and Italic. We will start with basic strokes and move on to a full set of minuscules, majuscules, and numerals. Beginning with markers, we will cover the range of implements used in […]

W-CG112 Meditative Medallions with Margot Griffin

Beginner, Intermediate Learn how to use pointed pen calligraphy as a mindfulness tool in this new beginner friendly class. Medallions are a beautiful way to practice your skills and let your mind wander while focusing at the same time. We will discuss common elements and how they interact to create a graceful design that's much […]

W-CG205 Introduction to Pointed Pen Calligraphy With Margot Griffin

Beginner In this 3-hour workshop, students will learn the difference between traditional broad edge and modern pointed pen calligraphy. Participants will use a range of pressure sensitive writing implements and learn the basic foundational strokes used in such hands as Copperplate, Spencerian, and modern brush lettering. We will cover the preparation, use, and care of […]

W-CG113 Calligraphic Drawing Halloween Edition with Margot Griffin

Beginner Let's have some fun with this Halloween themed exploration of the basic principles of pressure sensitive calligraphy! Using brush pens, we will create cute and spooky designs that are perfect for this season, regardless of experience level. Details Date & Time: Instructor

W-CG212 Copperplate Calligraphy with Margot Griffin

Intermediate This intermediate level calligraphy course assumes prior knowledge of how to use a dip pen with a pointed nib, though students may also use a brush marker if preferred. Copperplate is a lovely, traditional hand that stems from English Roundhand and was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. The contrast between elegant hairlines […]

W-CG209 Bad Words in Pretty Lettering With Margot Griffin

Beginner This beginner brush lettering class will go over the basics of modern calligraphy using brush pens and markers. Once students understand the fundamental strokes and how to combine them to form letters, the real fun begins! Feel free to BYOB to get those creative juices flowing and please be aware that this class will […]

W-CG110 Broad Edge Scripts With Margot Griffin

Intermediate, Advanced, Professional This workshop is a follow up to the introductory course and students should be familiar with how to use a broad edged nib to create curved strokes. We will learn how to properly lay out a hand and examine the differences between Italic, Roman, and Gothic miniscules. A comparison of selected majuscules […]

W-CG111 Watercolor Garden Level II With Margot Griffin

All levels welcome! Students in this class will build on the floral painting skills they learned in the introductory workshop, starting with more complicated flowers and moving onto full page compositions. A general knowledge of how to use water color paints and some practice with variable pressure techniques is a good base for this class. […]