Intermediate Modern Calligraphy

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ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category

Arts & DIY

Event Overview

If you have practiced a bit of dip-pen calligraphy and are feeling good about your letterforms, it's time to take your calligraphy to the next level! This intermediate workshop is for anyone who has taken my Modern Calligraphy Intro Class or if you feel pretty comfortable using a dip pen (pointed pen) and are unsure what's next.


In this class, you will improve your technique, learn to use an oblique pen, learn my modern uppercase alphabet, practice flourishing techniques, and practice mixing ink. You will also get to try out up to 3 different nibs and 3 different inks, including mixing a metallic watercolor to use as calligraphy ink!

What to Bring

Light snacks and sparkling water will be provided, but feel free to bring your own wine/beer/cider/margaritas/etc.!

Minimum age

All ages welcome

Prerequisites

This class is for you if you've taken my Modern Calligraphy Intro class or you feel somewhat comfortable writing in cursive using a dip pen (pointed pen).

What's Provided

You will get to use and take home: - an oblique pen -3 nibs - two 1oz jars of calligraphy ink (your choice of color) - a metallic watercolor to be used as calligraphy ink - a paintbrush-a personalized pencil pouch

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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST

Hi there, I’m Kelly, owner and designer at Before Noon Paperie! I’m a bicycle riding, mountain climbing, coffee spilling, Buffalo girl transplanted to the beautiful state of Colorado. I create hand lettering and calligraphy with an adventurous flair, as well as design stationery and wedding decor. I can't wait to share my love for modern calligraphy with you!

EXPERIENCE REVIEWS

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    Jody L.
    Reviewed on 11/12/19

    Great class! Looking forward to attending again in the future.

    Great class! Looking forward to attending again in the future.

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    Lauren L.
    Reviewed on 09/19/19

    Awesome class! I was a total beginner but the instructor was patient and extremely helpful. Very fun.

    Awesome class! I was a total beginner but the instructor was patient and extremely helpful. Very fun.

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    Heidi E.
    Reviewed on 05/17/19

    The class was wonderful and I highly recommend it if you are looking to try your hand at calligraphy. The materials provided were incredibly helpful and Kelly was sweet and willing to provide as much guidance as worked with your learning style.

    The class was wonderful and I highly recommend it if you are looking to try your hand at calligraphy. The materials provided were incredibly helpful and Kelly was sweet and willing to provide as much guidance as worked with your learning style.

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    Nessa F.
    Reviewed on 03/15/19

    This class was so much fun even for somebody who doesn't have good handwriting. The instructions and practice was definitely worth it and I plan to keep practicing. If you're looking for something fun to do or to learn something new I'd highly recommend taking this class.

    This class was so much fun even for somebody who doesn't have good handwriting. The instructions and practice was definitely worth it and I plan to keep practicing. If you're looking for something fun to do or to learn something new I'd highly recommend taking this class.

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    Linda L.
    Reviewed on 03/01/19

    Kelly was wonderful ! very informative, polite, fun. I had a great time and can't wait to do more Calligraphy.

    Kelly was wonderful ! very informative, polite, fun. I had a great time and can't wait to do more Calligraphy.

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    Jordan P.
    Reviewed on 02/15/19

    Great experience!

    Great experience!

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    Chantel C.
    Reviewed on 01/31/19

    Kelly is a wonderful instructor! I had a great time with our small group. It was a very nice environment to get started, and I love that we get to keep the starter tools to keep practicing.

    Kelly is a wonderful instructor! I had a great time with our small group. It was a very nice environment to get started, and I love that we get to keep the starter tools to keep practicing.

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    Ana C.
    Reviewed on 01/19/19

    I loved this class! I am so happy that I took it! Teacher was amazing and super patient when helping! Highly recommend!

    I loved this class! I am so happy that I took it! Teacher was amazing and super patient when helping! Highly recommend!

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    Lindsay D.
    Reviewed on 11/15/18

    I loved the intimate class setting and atmosphere. This was a great way to learn the basics of modern calligraphy and i can't wait to put my knew knowledge to use!

    I loved the intimate class setting and atmosphere. This was a great way to learn the basics of modern calligraphy and i can't wait to put my knew knowledge to use!

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    Stacy W.
    Reviewed on 11/14/18

    I had such a great time! The instructor was full of really helpful tips and made it a very free and open experience so we could all be creative.

    I had such a great time! The instructor was full of really helpful tips and made it a very free and open experience so we could all be creative.

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    Angela A.
    Reviewed on 10/11/18

    I enjoyed my experience taking Modern Calligraphy. The class was well organized and the instructor was very kind and helpful. I am inspired to keep working on technique and hopefully one day master the art of calligraphy.

    I enjoyed my experience taking Modern Calligraphy. The class was well organized and the instructor was very kind and helpful. I am inspired to keep working on technique and hopefully one day master the art of calligraphy.

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    Domenica C.
    Reviewed on 10/11/18

    Kelly was a great teacher! Walking in, she had the table set with instructional packets, ink wells, and adorable pouches with our supplies. She also made each of us a pretty little name card. It was nice to walk in and see such a lovely set-up, really set the mood for the class. Kelly talked us through the basics of calligraphy, including the best way to hold the pen and the angles we should work with, and gave us the freedom to move on at our own paces. She also was great about answering all our questions. Would definitely recommend this class!

    Kelly was a great teacher! Walking in, she had the table set with instructional packets, ink wells, and adorable pouches with our supplies. She also made each of us a pretty little name card. It was nice to walk in and see such a lovely set-up, really set the mood for the class. Kelly talked us through the basics of calligraphy, including the best way to hold the pen and the angles we should work with, and gave us the freedom to move on at our own paces. She also was great about answering all our questions. Would definitely recommend this class!

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    Rebecca M.
    Reviewed on 06/28/18

    I enjoyed this class a lot! I learned a lot about the craft and left with the tools to continue growth.

    I enjoyed this class a lot! I learned a lot about the craft and left with the tools to continue growth.

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    Kristin O.
    Reviewed on 05/31/18

    Kelly's Modern Calligraphy class was wonderful! She hosted it at the River North Workshop on a large table in the back of the room. There were 7 of us in the class and it didn't feel crowded. Kelly had all the supplies needed plus a cute little pouch to store our calligraphy pens in. She taught at a slow pace which was perfect for beginners (like me)! She had instructions, workbooks, and practice sheets for us. We learned the entire alphabet - lower and uppercase and had time to practice writing words and sentences. She had tasty snacks and encouraged everyone to bring wine or a drink. It was a laid back, fun class and I hope she hosts another!

    Kelly's Modern Calligraphy class was wonderful! She hosted it at the River North Workshop on a large table in the back of the room. There were 7 of us in the class and it didn't feel crowded. Kelly had all the supplies needed plus a cute little pouch to store our calligraphy pens in. She taught at a slow pace which was perfect for beginners (like me)! She had instructions, workbooks, and practice sheets for us. We learned the entire alphabet - lower and uppercase and had time to practice writing words and sentences. She had tasty snacks and encouraged everyone to bring wine or a drink. It was a laid back, fun class and I hope she hosts another!

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    Celia S.
    Reviewed on 04/27/18

    This class was great! She provides snacks and drinks and really look the time to make sure we were learning new things and enjoying it. She is down to earth and beyond helpful!

    This class was great! She provides snacks and drinks and really look the time to make sure we were learning new things and enjoying it. She is down to earth and beyond helpful!

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    Bernadette U.
    Reviewed on 04/20/18

    Such a fun night! It was the perfect balance of learning, laughing, and inspiration for a girls' night out. I left with the cutest pouch filled with everything I need to practice my skills and a few new tricks and tips that will make my writing projects so much more fun and successful in the future. Thank you so much, Kelly! You are wonderful!

    Such a fun night! It was the perfect balance of learning, laughing, and inspiration for a girls' night out. I left with the cutest pouch filled with everything I need to practice my skills and a few new tricks and tips that will make my writing projects so much more fun and successful in the future. Thank you so much, Kelly! You are wonderful!

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