Calligraphy workshops in the North East
Weekly classes
Creative Calligraphy was established by Angela Reed in May 2014 and almost two years later, she was asked to teach her first calligraphy class.
She now runs weekly classes in Sunderland and South Tyneside.
Two of her weekly groups are affiliated to the Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society (CLAS), which is the UK’s leading organisation for calligraphy and lettering arts.
The weekly groups give aspiring calligraphers the time and space to develop their skills in a supportive, friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Each term focuses on a specific script, or skill, with guest tutors often invited along to teach complementary creative topics, such as bookbinding, print-making and watercolours.
The lessons are driven by the interests of the participants and are open to people of all abilities, from beginners to those with more experience.
We have a well-stocked calligraphy cupboard full of materials to experiment with and books covering a range of calligraphy, lettering and design topics.
Angela also teaches one-off workshops and has tutored throughout the north east of England on behalf of a range of organisations.
Upcoming courses and workshop dates are shown below.
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Calligraphy Short Course: Uncial Script and Watercolour Wreath
The next calligraphy short course at The Art Room Sunderland will feature a guest artist for a special autumn project!
First, you will be introduced to uncial script calligraphy, which is a traditional script suitable for beginners, as well as those who wish to expand their calligraphy skills.
Calligrapher Angela Reed will guide you through the basics of writing with a broad-edge pen, before showing you how to form the 26 letters of the uncial alphabet.
Kerry Cook, who runs The Art Room Sunderland, will then take over for one of the six sessions, to show you how to create a watercolour wreath.
You will then use your calligraphy skills to pen an autumn-themed quote to sit inside your wreath.
The cost of the course is £60 and all materials will be provided.
Sessions will be held every Tuesday, from 1pm to 3pm, at The Art Room Sunderland, High Street West, Sunderland.
The course dates are as follows: September 9, 16, 23, 30 and October 7 and 14.