This is a fun activity in Crouch End, London
Beginner Modern Calligraphy Course in London
If you’re looking to learn calligraphy in London and would love a calming, creative hobby, this beginner modern calligraphy course is the perfect place to start. Designed for complete beginners, this three-week calligraphy class will teach you everything you need to begin writing beautifully with confidence.
Over three relaxed sessions, you will build a strong foundation in dip pen calligraphy. You’ll learn how to use a dip pen and ink, practice the essential strokes, and form both lowercase and uppercase letters. Step by step, you’ll begin joining letters into words and developing a natural flow in your writing.
As your skills grow, you’ll also learn how to adapt your foundation alphabet into different modern calligraphy styles. We’ll explore creative techniques including mixing your own ink and working with metallic and white inks, giving you the confidence to experiment at home.
By the end of the course, you’ll feel ready to continue practicing modern calligraphy independently.
The sessions are friendly and informal, with plenty of conversation and encouragement. Some students attend on their own, others come with a friend — everyone is warmly welcomed.
What You’ll Learn:
Week 1 – Calligraphy Basics. How to set up your workspace, understanding calligraphy tools, practice basic strokes, and write lowercase letters.
Week 2 – Building Your Lettering. Warm-up exercises, uppercase letters, and joining letters into words with confidence.
Week 3 – Developing Your Style. How to adapt your modern calligraphy style, tips for creating neat finished pieces, working with coloured, metallic and white inks, and making your own place cards or gift tags to take home.
Groups are limited to 4 students so you will have lots of one-on-one time with your tutor.
You will receive a calligraphy starter kit to keep with everything you need: pen holder, nibs, ink, practice paper, and worksheets.
Please note that this class takes place in Crouch End, N8 and is easily accessible by public transit.
Some recent kind words:
"I've always wanted to try out calligraphy but also thought it a bit daunting. After researching on various options in London, I decided to take Anthea's 3-week modern calligraphy course. I really couldn't have picked a better teacher to start my calligraphy journey with!
The course is well-structured, engaging and fun, I really surprised myself by how much I managed to achieve in just three sessions, all thanks to Anthea of course who is not only a lovely person all round but also a fantastic teacher. She was beyond generous with her time and knowledge, gave plenty of guidance and corrections and patiently answered all of our questions and imparted us with great tips that I find invaluable in continuing calligraphy on my own afterwards."
