If you have often thought about trying your hand at calligraphy, why not join Vicky at Rutland Nursery and learn how to create beautiful lettering in this relaxed and informal workshop.

Creating your own style and enjoying the process is what Modern Calligraphy is all about. We teach you the tricks to turn your hand to modern calligraphy whatever your skillset and will guide you step-by-step through our carefully structured lesson plan which will take you through guided exercises, creating the letters of the alphabet and turning them into elegant words. Finally, you’ll work onto our lovely card templates, designed by Kirsten Burke, the UK’s leading calligrapher.

We’ll build your confidence by gradually adding to your understanding of the techniques which make modern calligraphy so beautiful. By the end of the class you’ll have progressed from making basic strokes to being able to connect letter forms and create your own calligraphic words and phrases.

As well as guiding the whole class with demonstrations and instructions, your tutor will be there to provide you with one-on-one tuition and troubleshooting any issues you may come across.

Throughout the workshop you’ll learn about letterforms, use metallics, and try some colour blending. With these techniques in your repertoire, you'll soon be creating greeting cards, party invitations and artworks for your home and loved ones!

Additional Information:

This workshop will take place in The Loft.

All the materials you’ll need are provided and refreshments will be supplied on arrival. There is plenty of parking available and if you wanted to extend your day, there is a lovely restaurant where you can treat yourself to lunch after the workshop.

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Beginner Brush 5 week course online

7pm til 9pm every Wednesday starting 26th March.

All sessions are recorded and access is for 6 months after!

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Mother’s Day at the Horse and Groom in Lincoln

I’ll be engraving for all the Mums attending lunch at this lovely pub in the heart of Lincoln

Come and say hello!

You can make a booking for a table via their website - just click here

Weddings are such magical time and we would absolutely love to help you to add the personal touch to your (or someone else's) special event. From save the date cards all the way through to the thank you notes, there is so much to think about and calligraphy is integral in setting the style of any wedding/event or special celebration.

Throughout the course, you will discover the tips and tricks to producing eye-catching calligraphy to elevate invitations, envelopes, table numbers, place settings, and wedding vows. We will look at how to bring seasonal elements into your designs to really capture the atmosphere.

Please note that the basic principles of modern calligraphy aren't covered - this is a 'Beyond Beginner' level course. You don't need to have much experience, simply to know how the nib and ink work and how to control the pressure and release of the pen.

The 5 week course will be delivered via Zoom and run from Tuesday 6th May to Tuesday 3rd June 2025. It will be recorded to allow you to re-watch.

Your kit is included as part of the course fee, and there is also an option without a kit for those that already have it.

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Creating watercolour calligraphy is easier than you might think, and we're thrilled to introduce you to multiple ways to incorporate colour into your brush lettering. Come and join us and be introduced to degrees of transparency, ombre effects and building up the depth of colour within your calligraphy, all using the humble paintbrush!

Not only does working with a brush open up unlimited colour options, but it also means that you're able to write onto all kinds of surfaces, from walls to wine glasses! The true freedom of brush calligraphy is that you can work at any size, on pretty much any surface.

You’ll be taught how to control the brush in simple steps so that we can build your confidence by gradually adding to your understanding of the techniques which make brush calligraphy so beautiful. We will show you how to blend colours, create ombré effects, and work with washes to create beautiful lettered artworks.

All the materials you need are provided so you can simply relax and enjoy this inspiring workshop. Refreshments will be supplied on arrival.

Book tickets here

If you have often thought about trying your hand at calligraphy, why not join Vicky at Rutland Nursery and learn how to create beautiful lettering in this relaxed and informal workshop.

Creating your own style and enjoying the process is what Modern Calligraphy is all about. We teach you the tricks to turn your hand to modern calligraphy whatever your skillset and will guide you step-by-step through our carefully structured lesson plan which will take you through guided exercises, creating the letters of the alphabet and turning them into elegant words. Finally, you’ll work onto our lovely card templates, designed by Kirsten Burke, the UK’s leading calligrapher.

Throughout the workshop you’ll learn about letterforms, use metallics, and try some colour blending. With these techniques in your repertoire, you'll soon be creating greeting cards, party invitations and artworks for your home and loved ones!

This workshop will take place in The Loft.

All the materials you’ll need are provided and refreshments will be supplied on arrival. There is plenty of parking available and if you wanted to extend your day, there is a lovely restaurant where you can treat yourself to lunch after the workshop.

Book tickets here

Come and get into the festive spirit with us at this sparkling Christmas workshop. Learn to use a pointed nib and metallic colours to create beautiful Christmas cards and gift tags, that shimmer in the light! This workshop is suitable for beginners as you will be guided through how to hold the pen, load colours onto the nib, and create calligraphy designs to apply to cards.

With demonstrations, step-by-step worksheets and friendly guidance, you will enjoy exploring how to connect letterforms with elegance, and add embellishments to your compositions to add that Christmas feel.

All your worksheets, as well as a selection of original templates designed by Kirsten Burke are yours to keep, so you can use them again and again. Everything you need for the class will be provided and suitable for left and right handers.

All the materials you’ll need are provided and refreshments will be supplied on arrival. There is plenty of parking available and if you wanted to extend your day, there is a lovely restaurant where you can treat yourself to lunch after the workshop.

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Get into the holiday spirit with this fun and festive calligraphy workshop! Learn to create sparkling, personalized Christmas cards, gift tags, and wrapping paper using metallic brush pens.

With expert guidance, you'll master brush pen techniques to craft striking words and phrases, exploring different styles and compositions—from tiny, elegant gift tags to bold, eye-catching wrap designs. Experiment with various brush pens, coloured cards, envelopes, and embellishments to make your creations truly unique.

All the materials you need are provided so you can simply relax and enjoy this inspiring workshop. Refreshments will be supplied on arrival.

Book tickets here