Calligraphy-An Introduction

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Course code: B74B

Ever wanted to learn calligraphy to embellish your own cards and gifts? This course offers an excellent introduction to the art of calligraphy. Discover how to produce stunning lettering in a relaxed, supportive environment.

when

From 06 Nov 2024 to 04 Dec 2024
Wed 15:15-17:15

5 weeks

Date
06 Nov 2024
Time
15:15 to 17:15
Date
13 Nov 2024
Time
15:15 to 17:15
Date
20 Nov 2024
Time
15:15 to 17:15
Date
27 Nov 2024
Time
15:15 to 17:15
Date
04 Dec 2024
Time
15:15 to 17:15

with Roma Widger

where

Stoke Lodge 

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN


fees

full fee for this course: £81.00, concession fee: £49.00.

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Ever wanted to learn calligraphy to embellish your own cards and gifts? This course offers an excellent introduction to the art of calligraphy. Discover how to produce stunning lettering in a relaxed, supportive environment designed for beginners. </span></span></span></p>

What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">Led by an experienced tutor, you will have the opportunity to try practical calligraphy, with a different project each week. We will start with basic Round Hand, look at modern hand scripts and progress to Uncials. </span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">This course will be delivered at Stoke Lodge but will move online if necessary.</span></span></span></p>

Late starters allowed?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes, but this is a short course, so it is best to join by week 2.</span></span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">No.</span></span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">More advanced calligraphy courses.</span></span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes, learners provide own materials. There may also be a small charge payable to the tutor for use of specialist paper or inks.</span></span></p>

Work set between sessions?

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Learners will be encouraged to practise in between classes.</span></span></p>

What should students bring?

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">A dipping pen with a built-in or detachable reservoir</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">Nibs in size 0 and 2</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">Black ink</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">A ruler</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">Set square</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">Fine technical pencil</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">A3 calligraphy pad or copier paper</span></span></span></li>
</ul>

Teaching method/style?

<p> </p>

<p><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16px">Demonstrations, lots of practical exercises, 1 to 1 and group feedback</span></span></p>

Equipment Required

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">See list above. It would also be useful to look at the work of modern Calligraphers.</span></span></span></p>

<p> </p>

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;ArialMT&#34;,sans-serif">Computer or tablet, stable internet connection, ability to use ZOOM if the course moves online.</span></span></p>

Refunds and cancellations

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If we have to cancel your course your fees will be refunded in full. We are unable to reimburse the cost of materials you may have bought for the course.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you cancel your course booking a week (7 days) or more before the start date we will refund your fees minus an admin charge of 20%.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you cancel with less than a week (7 days) before the start date or after the course has started, we will not be able to refund your fees.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Transfers will incur a fee of 10% and must be requested 7 days or more before the start of a course unless you are transferring to another course because your original course was cancelled.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">We are not able to offer refunds due to sickness or ill health.</span></span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you are due a refund you must contact the office within 3 months of the course to arrange payment as we do not keep card details.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">When attending an online course, it is a learner’s responsibility to ensure they have adequate internet access before the start of a course. Refunds will not be given for technical failure of a learner’s home computer or their internet access.</span></span></span></p>