ENGROSSER’S SCRIPT WITH MAXIE PENA

Engrosser’s Script is a pointed pen style of calligraphy that emerged from English Roundhand and flourished in the United States during the late 1800s and early 1900s. It is commonly executed using a pointed metal nib inside an oblique pen holder. Engrosser’s Script can be aptly described as drawing rather than writing due to the slower pace and the broken-down nature of the letter forms. Frequent pen lifts between strokes mimic precision techniques used by metal engravers, making this script akin to engraving on paper.

In this program, we will go through exercises to grasp the fundamental shapes essential for Engrosser’s Script, and then proceed with a systematic approach to learn how to construct the lowercase alphabet.

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Maxie Peña is a Filipina calligrapher based in Vancouver, Canada. She fell in love with the pointed pen in 2016 and has taught both online and in-person workshops since 2019. She received her Certificate of Proficiency in Engrosser’s Script from IAMPETH in June 2023 and is currently working on her Certificate of Excellence for 2024. Connect with her on Instagram @maxiecalligraphy or check out her website maxiecalligraphy.com.

ANCIENT GEOMETRY for the MODERN CALLIGRAPHER

with MERRILEE HUGHES

(You don’t have to be a math scholar to do this!)

“Geometry will draw the soul toward truth and create the spirit of philosophy.”—Plato

From the time of Plato through the Middle Ages, geometry was taught as an essential component of the quadrivium. Explore ways that modern calligraphers can tap into this ancient practice to produce inspired contemporary works.

LAYOUT and DESIGN for CALLIGRAPHY and LETTERING ARTISTS with

VALERIE AKKERMAN

A study in layout and design elements for calligraphers and lettering artists.  In this class, Valerie will expand on the Elements of Design covered in the April presentation.  We will learn new and creative ways to layout ur calligraphy and lettering pieces.

ELEMENTS OF DESIGN for CALLIGRAPHERS AND LETTERING ARTISTS with

VALERIE AKKERMAN

Valerie Akkerman is a graphic designer, lettering enthusiast, instructor and a member of the Westcoast Calligraphy Society. She will take us through an exploration of the Elements of Design and find ways to understand and apply them to your calligraphy journey. You can check out Valerie’s lettering style on her Instagram account. Calligraphy & hand lettering: @valerie_akkerman Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/valerieakkerman

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DECORATED LETTERS

Our Program Committee will lead us on an exploration of Decorated Capitals. We will then have time to try out some of the ideas presented.

POINTED PEN UNCIALS with

BARBARA CLOSE

Barbara is an internationally known calligrapher/artist who teaches in southern California, across the USA and Canada.  She thoroughly loves teaching and sharing with students. She also teaches on-line global classes and loves the idea of reaching so many people. Her work includes a wide variety of lettering styles and mixed media applications.  Her work is exhibited across the country and is included in many private collections.  It has a creative passion while showing the exhilaration of discovery in playful experimentations; skilfully executed.  She has taught at several International Lettering and IAMPETH conferences; designed the logo for Somerset Studio Magazine; designed The Calligraphy Collection font cartridge for Cricut; and designed several greeting cards for Marcel Schurman, now Papyrus.

Follow Your Heart is a philosophy that shows in her work, and continues with growth, heart and inspiration.

THE ENCHANTED LETTER with

HEATHER HELD

Enchanted Letters are rooted in Medieval and Renaissance manuscripts, but have a distinct Victorian flair.  These flourished script letters are embellished with florals and foliate accents and can be combined with calligraphic script lettering. The designs are based on my work in offhand flourishing, floral design and Victorian needlework. I hope you become Enchanted with these graceful letters.