Beginner’s Italic Calligraphy Workshop

1 October 2027 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Venue to be confirmed

Date, time and venue to be confirmed

This class is an introduction to italic calligraphy. Italic is a good place to start. You can build on it for cursive and print -both for handwriting and further calligraphy exploration.

Please note, limited space. The workshop will be small and intimate with lots of time to work with me and tweak your letters.

beginners calligraphy class

In-person

Duration:2.5 hours

Class size:Workshop space is limited to 8 so booking is essential

Min. age:All welcome from 12 years and up

Dress code


Please wear comfortable clothes that don’t mind an ink stain or two!

Materials / What must I bring with?


Materials Supplied by Leesette:

  • Paper to work with
  • Pen to use during the workshop (Kaweco and WriteGear will kindly sponsor these)
  • Notes

Students do not need to bring anything

What you will learn, and what’s included:


  • Key points on writing italic and its place in history
  • How to form all the letters in the lowercase alphabet
  • Leave being able to write a basic italic alphabet

Minimum age requirement


All welcome from 12 years and up

General Workshop FAQs

What equipment I need to buy to start calligraphy?2022-12-01T13:41:10+02:00

In all my classes, I will show you exactly what you need and why.  Each class gives a list of the supplies or materials which may be needed or recommended. Don’t fall into the trap of buying lots of equipment you don’t need or will never use.  It’s expensive.  In lots of my beginners classes, I supply all the equipment so that you can try out without having to buy anything.  I also try and curate exactly what you need to help you through this.

How long does it take to learn calligraphy?2022-12-01T13:41:10+02:00

Calligraphy is a life-long learning journey.  You can get going pretty quickly, and then just keep practicing by making things and giving them away.  You do need to practice, but I don’t believe in repeating letters over and over.  You learn much faster by actually doing. I will help you to make Calligraphy part of your life and not a time frame!

Minimum numbers2022-12-01T13:41:11+02:00

I always put a minimum number on my workshops.  If the bookings do not exceed the number, then we reserve the right to move the workshop forward to a suitable date.

What is your cancellation policy?2022-12-01T13:41:11+02:00

If due, to unforeseen circumstances, we have to cancel a class you will be refunded or given the option to move the booking to a future class of your choice.  If you need to cancel a class it works as follows: if you cancel 48 hours in advance – 100% refund; 24 hours in advance – 50% refund, on the day of the workshop – no refund.

When is my booking confirmed?2022-12-01T13:41:11+02:00

Your spot is booked when it is paid for.

Refund Policy2022-12-01T13:41:11+02:00

No-shows are non refundable.

Can I purchase a workshop as a gift?2022-12-01T13:41:11+02:00

Gift a calligraphy experience!  The perfect gift idea for a friend or colleague!

If you’d like to purchase a calligraphy workshop as a gift, email Leesette (info@leesetteturner.com) with the recipient’s name and email address, as well as your details and we will be in touch to arrange your gift.

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