Presented by Elmo van Slingerland
Sponsored by
Saturdays, November 11, 18, December 2, and 9, 10am-noon PST
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: We will take a look at the history of the Italic hand, the tools and materials used, and the various techniques to create a script that is both powerful and beautiful.
Welcome to this workshop where we'll cover the basics of italic! Our focus is on the Italic hand and how to use the broad-edged pen as our primary tool. We'll start by looking at the construction of letters, developing good proportions and rhythm, and exploring how to write texts that are pleasing to the eye. Our approach is slow and concentrated, allowing us to take the time to fully immerse ourselves in the craft. Through practice and dedication, we will gain the knowledge to take our formal lettering to the next level.
By the end of the workshop, we hope to have developed the skills necessary to create a refined and elegant script.
ABOUT ELMO: He was born in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. He studied at the Rotterdamse Grafische School (school for printing and graphic arts) and finished his study of graphic and typographic design at the Royal Academy of Arts in The Hague. In 1986, Elmo attended a workshop in France with Claude Mediavilla and considers this his start on the path of calligraphy. He has taught workshops in different countries in Europe, as well as in Australia, South Korea, Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.. Elmo has also taught a post-graduate course in type design at The Royal Academy of Arts. After graduating from the Academy, he worked as a freelance type designer for DTL, and worked as a graphic designer. He has exhibited calligraphy in Belgium, France, South Korea and the Netherlands and has also had work published in several publications.
All levels - beginners will learn and for others it will be a fantastic refresher from this master.
Workshop will be recorded and available for two months.
Zoom invitation will be sent a couple days in advance.
Cost: $120, paid by check or Paypal (see details below)
REGISTRATION: You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds. (Contact Kristi for the information on paying via paper check.)
MEMBERS ONLY
You must be a member of SfC when you register and when this program is held. Enrollment is limited to current paid Society for Calligraphy members only. No reservation will be held until your dues are current. Please click HERE to join via check, or contact Kristi at sdworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org to inquire about becoming a member of SfC.
Questions? Contact Nan Anantharaman and Kristi Darwick: SDWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org.
For prompt receipt of supply list and confirmation, your check should arrive no later than two weeks before the workshop. You are not registered until confirmed by the workshop coordinator.
NO audio or video recording of any program, meeting, workshop or other SfC function permitted consent of both guest artist and a representative of the Board of Governors. *** You must ask permission of the artist/instructor to photograph any copyrighted materials, including demos.
Presented by Shreya Verma
Sponsored by San Diego SfC
Friday and Saturday, January 5-6, 2024 6pm-9.30pm PST
$50 MEMBERS ONLY
About the workshop:
Immerse yourself in the delicate and expressive world of watercolors with our specialized workshop, “Dancing Petals: Painting the Charm of Loose Watercolor Roses” Guided by Shreya Verma, a passionate artist who finds inspiration in nature’s beauty and the vivid world of colors, this workshop is an invitation to explore the art of watercolor painting in a relaxing and supportive environment.
What You’ll Learn:
1. Fundamentals of Watercolor Painting: We’ll start from the ground up, covering essential watercolor techniques. This includes brush handling, color mixing, and understanding water control - perfect for beginners who are taking their first steps in watercolor painting.
2. Loose Watercolor Roses: Dive into the graceful world of watercolor as you learn to paint roses with a loose and fluid approach. This session emphasizes capturing the essence and charm of roses in a relaxed style, focusing more on expression than intricate detail. It's an approachable and satisfying way to create, suitable for artists at any skill level.
3. Creating Filler Elements: Complement your roses with charming filler elements. This session will show you how to balance your main subject with subtle, yet impactful, additional details.
4. Crafting an End-of-Class Project: Bring together everything you’ve learned in a final project that combines your watercolor roses, fillers, and shimmery accents into a cohesive and beautiful piece.
5. Envelope Creation: Conclude your artistic journey by crafting a bespoke envelope, perfectly paired with your watercolor project. It’s a wonderful way to present or preserve your art.
6. Interactive and Fun Atmosphere: Engage in a fun-filled, interactive session where questions, experimentation, and self-expression are highly encouraged.
This workshop is not just about learning watercolor techniques; it’s about finding joy in the creative process, embracing the beauty of imperfections, and expressing yourself through art. Whether you’re looking to refine your skills or seeking a peaceful artistic escape, this workshop offers a nurturing space to relax, create, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts.
Join us for this colorful journey and let your artistic spirit flourish!
The workshop will be recorded and available for two months.
Experience Level: Beginners through advanced.
About Shreya: Allow me to introduce Shreya, a gentle soul who finds solace in the beauty of nature and expresses it through the soothing strokes of watercolors. Her art is a tender portrayal of flowers and natural wonders. Shreya is not just an artist; she's also a journaling enthusiast, using words and colors to find peace amidst life's challenges. She believes in being gentle with herself, taking breaks, and embracing creativity at her own pace. Her heartfelt advice to fellow nature lovers: Create from the heart, and don't fret about others' opinions; let your art flow gently like a calm stream.
REGISTRATION:
You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held.
Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds.
Cost: $50, paid by check or Paypal (see details below)
A COMPLETED REGISTRATION REQUIRES 2 STEPS:
1. FIRST REGISTER.
2. Second, Make a payment of $50 via PayPal or check.
Once you have registered, you will be sent a confirmation email with the PayPal button to complete your registration.
To pay by check email Kristi, for instructions, at SDWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org
Include your current name, address, phone number, and email with the check (s) in the envelope. Non-members, include a separate check for $42, made out to Society for Calligraphy, along with your membership form: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/resources/Site/Membership/Membership.pdf or contact Kristi to process membership electronically.
Enrollment is limited to current paid Society for Calligraphy members only. Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. If your membership lapses, you become ineligible and your space will be filled from the waiting list. For prompt receipt of supply list and confirmation, your payment should arrive no later than two weeks before the workshop. Supply list will be provided within the week following receipt of your registration.
Questions? Contact Nan Anantharaman at SDWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org
Guest Presenter: Beth Lee. Built-up Capitals
FRI, FEBRUARY 2, 2024, 6:30-8PM PST
No charge for these Study Group Sessions.
SAVE THE DATE!
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ABOUT THE SESSION: These sessions are led by members, sharing what they have learned. They do not claim to be masters. Members and guests may register for any session--there is no requirement to attend all sessions. The aim is to share knowledge with newbies and to provide a refresher for those with more experience. Beth Lee will be demoing her narrow Roman Built-Up Capitals at this session.
We plan to record. Kristi asks that you remind her! Recording will be available for two months.
San Diego SfC hosts its Roman's Study Group most months, on the first Friday, with a hiatus over the summer.
SUPPLY LIST:
Registration will open soon!. SfC membership is not required for this event.
Flexible Schedule for the evening:
6:30 - 6:45 Announcements and opportunity for attendees to share their work from the past month.
6:45 - 7:30 Demo. Participants work along.
7:45 - 8:00 Opportunity for those who wish to share what they've completed during the session, time for questions.
Membership not required
Zoom invitation and handouts are sent a day or two in advance.
It's not guaranteed that you'll receive them beforehand, if you sign up the day of the event . . .
Saturday-Sunday, March 9-10 & 23-24 10am-12pm PST/PDT
Letters act as practical and useful signs, but also as pure and inner melody -Wassily Kandinsky
Pure form, the quality of the line and the ornamental potential of writing - this is what it´s all about in this class. We will play with letterform variations, experiment with layout-ideas and then finish it all up with a spark of gold.
Basic alphabet will be the Antiqua-letterforms - even if you haven´t tried writing them yet, your eye is used to them. We will use them and play with them, transform them and create new compositions. Step-by-step through the creative process up to a series of works.
We will incorporate gold, will learn about some glittering effects, highlighting certain areas and a very easy way of gilding. Let´s have fun!
Experience Level: Beginner through advanced.
About Andrea: Andrea is a freelance calligrapher & book artist from Germany. She´s working on commissions on a wide field of sign-painting, lettering, logo-design and murals. In her free artwork, she loves to follow the historic paths of alphabets and enjoys expressive transformations into the contemporary. Her art is shown both nationally and worldwide and is part of private and public collections like the Berlin calligraphy collection, the Center of Book Arts, San Francisco & the Int. Museum for Cont. Calligraphy, Moscow. She´s a member of German societies ars scribendi and Schreibwerkstatt Klingspor Offenbach, CLAS fellow (Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society), full member of LX (Letter Exchange) in London and member of Friends of Calligraphy, San Francisco.
REGISTRATION: YOU MUST BE A MEMBER BOTH WHEN YOU REGISTER AND WHEN THE CLASS IS HELD.
Pay by check or PayPal (see details below). No refunds.
Cost: $75
2. Second, Make a payment of $75 via PayPal or check.
Once you have registered, you will be sent a confirmation email containing the PayPal button to complete your registration.
To pay by check, email Kristi, for instructions, at SDWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org
Enrollment is limited to current paid Society for Calligraphy members only. Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. For prompt receipt of supply list and confirmation, your payment should arrive no later than two weeks before the workshop. Supply list will be provided within the week following receipt of your registration.
SAVE THE DATE! Details to follow
Saturday-Sunday, April 13-14, 2024 9 :30am-4:30pm PDT
Details to follow
About Nina: Details to follow
Cost: $100
Questions? Contact Kristi Darwick at SDWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org
