Workshops

October Calliarts - Upping Our Calligraphy Game with Uncial

 Dear Members and Followers,

The Uncial script was used by scribes between the 4th and 8th Centuries.  Over time the lettering has evolved into the modern variations we see today.  It’s a script that remains popular because of its ease of writing and legibility, making it an ideal script for our new members to learn.  We won’t forget our experienced calligraphers in the workshop because we will be looking at some variations to make the lettering more contemporary.

The project I have planned is the first phase of making a lid for one of the boxes planned for the November Calliarts.

Materials List:
 
·         An A3 size Bleedproof layout pad
·         A broad-edged nib, or duo pen for beginners; a variety of different sized nibs for                                 experienced calligraphers
·         Ink or gouache of your choice
·         Usual calligraphy gear
For the project:
·         Paper or card, white or cream, within the range of 190 – 210 gsm.  Newsagent cardboard is                 suitable.  2 x A4 sheets or 1 x A3 sheet
·         Ink, gouache or duo pen in Christmas colours
·         Cutting mat
·         Cutting blade
·         Steel ruler
Date:               Saturday, 8 October 2022
Time:               1.00pm – 4.00pm
Cost:                $15.00 – Members, $20.00 – Non-Members
Place:          Sylvania Community Centre - Canberra Road, Sylvania
                    (near Southgate Shopping Centre)

Bookings Essential: southscribes@yahoo.com.au 

Payment Options: Direct Deposit, Cash on the day or Cheque.  When booking, please advise which payment option you will be making.

Please note that occasionally there will be a small extra cost to cover our increasing photocopying costs.



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