Calligraphy

This course will teach you the basic pen and brush skills you need to create beautiful calligraphy. You will learn what tools and materials to use to create different effects including italic and foundational.

You will learn about the historical context of different styles, using these to develop your own personal style and build up a portfolio of work.

The course will introduce Western calligraphy, provide technical instruction in the use and handling of calligraphic pens or brushes in drawing calligraphic alphabets, and provide practical suggestions in using alphabets for personal projects.

The course is designed to develop your creativity and give you the skills and ideas to complete your own projects independently.

Please note that the beginning of this course has been postponed by 1 week and will now start on the 22nd of January 2025

If you're self-employed, you might be able to deduct your enrolment fee from your taxable income.

If you are on a low wage, unemployed or claim Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) then you can enrol on the course for free.

Teacher's Profile:

Ivo Grantins is a London based calligrapher. He has a diploma in Calligraphy with Design studies (2013) from Sunderland University. He had been teaching calligraphy since 2012 and since 2014 at South Thames college. He has studied with internationally acclaimed calligraphers both in Britain and abroad. He has extensive professional experience from working at two of London's most busy calligraphy studios and since 2015 freelancing. He has worked as a calligrapher in the film industry since 2014 (BBC and HBO among others) both on set and as a prop maker.