The “Big Project” of Calligraphy
Calligraphy 4-5 day  Workshop with Denis Brown
intermediate to advanced level

Join us for a  with calligraphy expert Denis Brown, where  participants will delve into the art of creating traditional formal panels that incorporate dynamic contrast through the arrangement of text blocks. The workshop will focus on honing your design skills to ensure that your panels are visually engaging.

In this workshop, participants will experiment with various text combinations, including short excerpts with longer passages. Using scripts of their choice, attendees will learn how to achieve harmony and dynamic contrast within complex layouts. One-to-one guidance on letter-form and layout design will be provided, allowing each participant to refine their skills.

Don't miss this opportunity to refine your calligraphy skills and explore the art of creating captivating calligraphy panels with Denis Brown!

To make the most of the workshop, participants will receive instructions for preparatory work to be completed before the class commences. This "homework" will involve selecting texts and creating a preliminary design to maximize the time available for hands-on learning during the workshop.



Student Supply List

Broad-edged calligraphy dip nibs in various sizes - Pen holders suited to your nibs - Optional: other writing tools - Gouache paints, brushes, and optionally additional tools for incorporating painted or drawn elements - Pencils, eraser, ruler, and layout pad - High-quality paper for final projects - Gouache paints in a range of colors - Essential accessories such as palettes, brushes, water jars, and masking tape - Cutting tools, glue stick, and other miscellaneous supplies - Optional: tabletop drawing board for comfortable writing
Participants are also encouraged to bring a selection of texts and preliminary designs to fully benefit from the workshop and a preliminary layout of their design.

Classroom Requirement: a digital LCD projector capable of projecting from a laptop at full HD 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution and an HDMI connection.