CALLIGRAPHY

Copperplate is a beautiful flowing script which was used as early as the sixteenth century and is commonly used today in formal correspondence for weddings. Explore the basic strokes for creating traditional copperplate calligraphy as well as techniques to develop a more relaxed or modern style of script.

The first class will cover lowercase letters. An exemplar will be provided for self study of uppercase letters.

In the second class, we will practice some simple flourishes and basic layout techniques to create a greeting card project.

Supplies are provided during the class.

Class cost: (Click date to sign up)
Members: $5 per person, per session
Non-Members: $10 per person, per session

Instructor: Susan Brunson

Susan Brunson is a calligrapher who lives and works in Evans, Georgia. She believes in “practical calligraphy” and uses it on envelopes, paper crafts and wall art. She also spends her days painting, camping and chasing after her grandchildren.

As a young person, Susan learned to write italic and Celtic letterforms with a broad pen by studying the writings and works of Margaret Shepherd. Much later in life, Susan began learning copperplate calligraphy. Writing with a pointed pen was challenging in the beginning, but she persevered in her practice and also took workshops both in person and online from master calligraphers.

She has been a member of IAMPETH since 2018 and recommends them as the primary resource for anyone studying this beautiful art form. As a lifelong learner, she continues to study and practice regularly. She believes the best way to improve is by using calligraphy in a practical way.