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Extended Classes in 2023
These two EXTENDED classes are six weeks, 2.5 hours each week. There will be homework each week, and students will have the opportunity to schedule private Zoom sessions with the instructor to review their work and ask questions. Videos are available with no time limit.
Adobe Elements for Calligraphers
Six Thursdays:
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6
10:30am–1pm Central Time
NOTE: Student must have access to Elements and have basic knowledge of the software. Students will also need to know how to share their screen on Zoom. Please email me if you have questions.
Working through a series of exercises and projects, students will learn how to scan and touch up lettering; how to add color; how to work in layers; and how to prepare art for reproduction.
You will have homework assignments each week, and the opportunity for one-on-one instructor review between classes.
Class size limited to 10 students.
No time limit on videos.
$175
Adobe Photoshop for Calligraphers
Six Thursdays:
July 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17
10:30am–1pm Central Time
NOTE: Student must have access to Photoshop and have basic knowledge of the software. Students will also need to know how to share their screen on Zoom. Please email me if you have questions.
Working through a series of exercises and projects, students will learn how to scan and touch up lettering; how to add color; how to work in layers; and how to prepare art for reproduction.
You will have homework assignments each week, and the opportunity for one-on-one instructor review between classes.
Class size limited to 10 students.
No time limit on videos.
$175
These previously-recorded classes were done live on Zoom and are now available to purchase as videos. Upon registration, you will receive the video links with no time limit; handouts; and supply list.
Variations on Akim
Class has ended but the recordings can still be purchased
‘Akim Cursive’ is a hand created by calligrapher Hans-Joachim Burgert and is said to replicate the rhythm of the
human heart.
We will briefly explore Burgert's version, then move into more expressive variations using several different tools. We’ll finish off with a small composition.
All skill levels welcomed!
All sessions are recorded, and there is no time limit on the videos.
$65
Long Text & Compositions
in Akim
Class has ended but the recordings can still be purchased
This class further explores the hand created by Hans-Joachim Burgert. We will write long texts and compositions, focusing on the rhythmic patterns that Akim is known for.
We will also look more closely at Burgert’s abstract compositions and create larger pieces that are influenced by his style.
PREREQUISITE: You must have already completed the ‘Variations on Akim’ class
All sessions are recorded, and there is no time limit on the videos.
$65
Exploring the Handwritmic Ruling Pen
Class has ended but the recordings can still be purchased
This class has been designed at the request of former students who have seen this pen in action. It is my most favorite tool, and I can’t wait to share it with you!
Come find out more about this fabulous, versatile writing tool designed by artist/calligrapher, Brody Neuenschwander.
You will learn how the pen responds to different hand and arm movements; different fluids; and different papers.
All sessions are recorded, and there is no time limit on the videos.
$65