Sandra Bacon is a versatile artist whose paintings and public artwork are nationally known. Her recent environmental artwork has been part of “Cool Globes” Chicago and shown at the United Nations, the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, and Peppers Gallery in Redlands, California. She is a “Working Artist”, teaching workshops and lecture/demos for Golden Paints.

Explore a number of textures and grounds for water-media paints available thru Golden Products. From coarse pumice gel to micaceous iron oxide, grounds open up possibilities for use with acrylic fluids and airbrush colors.

Supplies: favorite watercolor brushes

Gemma Black is one of Australia’s leading calligraphers. She is a Churchill Fellow, a Guild Member of the Australian Society of Calligraphers and Honoured Fellow. A Fellow of the prestigious Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society, UK, Gemma has taught extensively in Canberra and surrounding regions for over 20 years, as well as for many calligraphy societies and summer/winter school establishments around Australia. She has joined the faculty at international lettering art conferences in the USA, Canada and the UK and her work hangs in many private and public collections.

 www.pcug.org.au/~gblack

Learn the steps on how to undertake this very important analytical training that can be used for all historical and contemporary models for future study. Use the Edward Johnston’s seven points for copying a manuscript and the 10th century Ramsey Psalter as the prime specimen.  

Supplies: reasonably good-quality paper (copy paper will do), a sheet or two of tracing film, a full set of Brause nibs in good working order, 2 HB lead pencils, ink and/or gouache, ruler, a couple of paper clips, apron

Gemma Black is one of Australia’s leading calligraphers. She is a Churchill Fellow, a Guild Member of the Australian Society of Calligraphers and Honoured Fellow. A Fellow of the prestigious Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society, UK, Gemma has taught extensively in Canberra and surrounding regions for over 20 years, as well as for many calligraphy societies and summer/winter school establishments around Australia. She has joined the faculty at international lettering art conferences in the USA, Canada and the UK and her work hangs in many private and public collections.

www.pcug.org.au/~gblack

Use the broad-edged pen and the ruling pen to prepare freer letterforms. The Roman Capital will be used as a guide and after demonstrations, we will build on the knowledge the participant already has of Roman letterforms to complete the emancipation from these rigid little soldiers.

Supplies: reasonably good quality paper for samples (large sheets of copy paper will do), ruling pens, Brause nibs, ink and/or gouache, apron

Gemma Black is one of Australia’s leading calligraphers. She is a Churchill Fellow, a Guild Member of the Australian Society of Calligraphers and Honoured Fellow. A Fellow of the prestigious Calligraphy & Lettering Arts Society, UK, Gemma has taught extensively in Canberra and surrounding regions for over 20 years, as well as for many calligraphy societies and summer/winter school establishments around Australia. She has joined the faculty at international lettering art conferences in the USA, Canada and the UK and her work hangs in many private and public collections.

www.pcug.org.au/~gblack

Create background samples with non-conventional tools such as toothbrushes, foam rollers, straws, rulers, ruling pens, and balsa wood to take home to explore further.

Supplies: reasonably good-quality paper for samples (large sheets of copy paper will do), ink, gouache, watercolors and acrylics (any color), small plate for mixingcolor, apron.

Optional: toothbrushes, straws, rulers, ruling pens, rulers and balsa wood.There will be some available to use, especially the balsa wood.

Pat Blair is currently serving as Chief Calligrapher at The White House in Washington, D.C. and is owner of Calligraphy and Design in Virginia. She has been a professional calligrapher for over 22 years. Her work has been published in Letter Arts Review, Scripsit and Martha Stewart Weddings. Teaching remains a high priority—she is on the faculty of the Loudoun Academy of the Arts in Leesburg, VA. She recently was awarded the honor “Master Penman” by the International Association of Master Penman and Engrossers.

www.patblaircalligraphy.com

Explore unique qualities as we play with fun and creative pen illustrations. Learn several basic structural strokes and combine them to produce lovely cartouches, floral designs and border images. The pointed, flexible nib is a marvelous tool, capable of producing a multitude of expressive strokes from whisper thin hairlines to dramatic, bold shades.

Supplies: oblique pen holder, favorite pointed pen nib such as Hunt 22, good quality layout bond paper such as 9” x 12” Canson Pro Layout Marker Pad, black ink such as Moon Palace Sumi or McCaffrey’s Penmans Ink

Brenda Broadbent is the owner and CEO of Paper & Ink Arts. With the help from her tiny but mighty staff, they have filled orders for art supplies, books, and gifts for calligraphers and book & paper artists from a little town in rural Maryland for more than 25 years. Brenda’s previous titles include high school English teacher and reference librarian in suburban D.C.—careers that have served her well at Paper & Ink Arts. She has studied calligraphy with Louise Megginson, Reggie Ezell and Carl Rohrs.

www.paperinkarts.com

Use this sharp and convenient pen for fun AND professional work. Explore color blending, hairlines, textures and non-stop flourishing. We’ll load these pens with sumi ink, gouache, watercolor and acrylic inks.

Supplies: Parallel Pens & color cartridges you already own, 12-20 sheets of any practice paper, some 11”x14” sheets or larger, Parallel Pen Wizardry Book if you have it, acrylic ink, a tube of gouache or watercolor (any color), mixing pan & brush, water container, eyedropper or pipette, paper towels. Parallel Pens will be available for loan during class if you don’t have one. If your Parallel Pens are empty, bring them to class empty. Pens with problems are welcomed

Barbara Close a freelance calligrapher, graphic designer and instructor, has taught many classes and workshops in various cities in California and across the country. She enjoys teaching classes ranging from different calligraphic styles to mixed media. Her work has been featured in the Artful Letter Calligrapher’s Engagement Calendars and SfC’s Artful Book of Days Calendar. Additionally, her work has been exhibited in several juried shows throughout the United States. Barbara is known for her design of greeting cards for Marcel Schurman Company and the logo for Somerset Studio Magazine, where she is the lettering consultant. Her philosophy is to “Follow Your Heart.”

www.bcdezigns.com

Many approaches will be utilized with different monoline tools such as: Pilot G-Tech pens; Pigma markers; Sharpie markers; Speedball “B” nibs; and more. We’ll create several different styles in search of the “right look” for your projects. Have fun in designing, too.  

Supplies: Pilot G-Tech pens, Pigma markers, Sharpie markers, Speedball “B” nibs, several sheets of layout bond paper (any brand)

Barbara Close a freelance calligrapher, graphic designer and instructor, has taught many classes and workshops in various cities in California and across the country. She enjoys teaching classes ranging from different calligraphic styles to mixed media. Her work has been featured in the Artful Letter Calligrapher’s Engagement Calendars and SfC’s Artful Book of Days Calendar. Additionally, her work has been exhibited in several juried shows throughout the United States. Barbara is known for her design of greeting cards for Marcel Schurman Company and the logo for Somerset Studio Magazine, where she is the lettering consultant. Her philosophy is to “Follow Your Heart.”

www.bcdezigns.com

Learning the art of brush lettering can be mysterious and fun. The Faber Castell Pitt brush pen is the choice for the day. Its tiny, fiber tip makes excellent marks and letters. We’ll use these great little fiber tips to learn all about this beautiful lettering technique.

Supplies: Faber Castell Pitt pen with brush tip, several sheets of layout bond paper (any brand)

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

Turn your Spencerian letter into a sparkling delight. Perfect for stationery, gifts, notebooks, journals, or just in a frame. The outlined letter will be provided. Learn to paint and shadow the main stem, add different forms of filigree, and touches of gold. Knowledge of Spencerian lettering is not required.  

Supplies: white board, different colored markers, hard pencil (2H or harder), black, brown or red Pigma marker (fine or very fine), fine brush for painting, small watercontainer, paper towels

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

Create this valuable reference tool to use in your studio. Understand the mystery of gold. Work with a 15-sample grid and experiment with gilding techniques, such as gild on gesso with 23k gold, Instacol, and Jerry Tressor’s size with composition gold. Use 23k shell gold, W&N gold ink, several brands of acrylic golds, and watercolor golds with mica powder.  

Supplies: a fine-point paint brush, scruffy brush for mixing, water container, paper towels

Material Fee: $7

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

It takes more than good calligraphy to bring in the clients. Set yourself apart with your presentation. Learn the steps you can take and the skills needed to polish your presentation. We will cover all the visual impressions from brochures, free places to advertise, how to price your work, record keeping and preparing yourself to meet with your client. Complete your presentation by placing it in the elegant presentation folder created in Presenting a Polished Portfolio 2.

Supplies: notepaper, pencil, x-acto knife, bone folder, ruler, water container

Harvest Crittenden has been a lettering artist for more than 30 years. The recipient of the Marjorie Pavelich Calligraphy Grant, her work has been published in Somerset Studio Magazine and Bound and Lettered Magazine, featured in Detroit Metro Bride, and has exhibited in numerous juried shows. Her work is in museums and private collections around the world. Her current focus is on the Scribal Arts of the Renaissance, specializing in illuminating, illustrating and lettering words that support our ever-changing world. She currently teaches for the St. Michael’s Institute of Sacred Art and loves traveling worldwide to teach and to learn.

www.acornarts.org

Make an easy but elegant presentation folder to help you stand out above the rest. Dazzle your clients with this 13” x 19” folder covered with beautiful papers and bookcloth. Add tie ribbons and a cover flap; a pocket for your business cards; and brochure handouts.  

Supplies: notepaper, pencil, x-acto knife, bone folder, ruler, water container

Material Fee: $5

Marty Dome discovered the wonders of paper folding and three-dimensional paper art through the many workshops she has attended. She has a passion for paper and what it can do to create pleasure, fun and beauty. She has studied calligraphy with Tim Botts and Reggie Ezell, and paper arts with Michael Jacobs.

Paper folding that even Elvis would enjoy. Paper play with folds and paper structures. Learn folds with a single piece of paper and projects that use no adhesive and inexpensive materials. Projects taught will have multiple uses and design possibilities.  

Supplies: bone folder, x-acto knife, cutting mat, scissors, 12” metal ruler or metal-edged ruler, pencil, paper, paper punch

Lorraine Douglas is an artist and calligrapher from Sidney, B.C. Her work has been chosen for juried and solo exhibitions in Canada and Japan. She teaches calligraphy at the Vancouver Island School of Art.

http://wordmarksajournal.blogspot.com

Add to the Wright experience by learning this distinctive style of lettering that Frank Lloyd Wright used on his architectural renderings. Learn a variation of his lettering style—perfect to use for journal entries, credits and more. Take the Wright architectural tour on excursion day and see the influence on this lettering style.

Supplies:H or HB pencil, sharpener, ruler, eraser, a fine-point Pigma or Rollerball, a few sheets of lined paper like Hilroy loose-leaf paper

Cathy Feeman has been an artist since she could hold a pencil. In 1982, she became a freelance illustrator after completing her studies at the American Academy of Arts in Chicago. In 1995, she began teaching art to elementary and high school students, and also private students in her home studio. Her recent discovery of the wonderful world of calligraphy and paper arts has fueled her desire to play and experiment with new materials and techniques.

Experiment with techniques using watercolor, gouache and acrylics. Use these fabulous papers for future projects including backgrounds for lettering.

Supplies: masking or drafting tape, watercolors, brushes, water container, palette, scissors, acrylic paints, gouache, small spray bottle, x-acto knife, metal ruler, small cutting mat, eye droppers or pipettes, anything that can be used to make an imprint into the paint.

There will be an assortment of these things in class as well.

Cathy Feeman has been an artist since she could hold a pencil. In 1982, she became a freelance illustrator after completing her studies at the American Academy of Arts in Chicago. In 1995, she began teaching art to elementary and high school students, and also private students in her home studio. Her recent discovery of the wonderful world of calligraphy and paper arts has fueled her desire to play and experiment with new materials and techniques.

Create this unique and colorful 3-D art piece using Prismacolor pencils, black matte art-emboss foil and light-weight spackle.

Supplies: pencil, colored pencils (Prismacolors are preferable, NOT Verithin type), black fine line marker. (Optional: copies of alphabets or letters you like, scissors, few sheets of tracing paper, small putty knife)

Cathy Feeman has been an artist since she could hold a pencil. In 1982, she became a freelance illustrator after completing her studies at the American Academy of Arts in Chicago. In 1995, she began teaching art to elementary and high school students, and also private students in her home studio. Her recent discovery of the wonderful world of calligraphy and paper arts has fueled her desire to play and experiment with new materials and techniques.

Create this miniature metal book and experiment with different textures and designs made in the metal with a variety of tools. Learn emboss and deboss techniques, colorizing with heat, and patina finishes with acrylic paints, vinegar and ammonia to make your cover “stand” out.

Supplies: pencil, black fine-line marker, x-acto knife, metal ruler, small cutting mat,few sheets of tracing paper, and copies of alphabets or letters you may want to use.Bring any embossing tools for wood or metal if you have them

Material Fee: $3

Showcase your photos in this unique mini-scrapbook made with small craft bags. Have fun completing the book with decorated pages using a variety of fun papers and embellishments, including ribbons, fibers, stickers, rubber stampings and found objects. Incorporate pockets and hidden surprise pages. Learn different ways to bind the book and add photos at your leisure. Simple, fun and creative!

Supplies: small cutting mat, craft knife, glue stick, pencil, 12” metal ruler, calligraphy markers of any kind

Material Fee: $2

Create three-dimensional fun and unique cards including the Waterfall and Japanese Kimonos. Each one uses decorative papers.

Supplies: small cutting mat, craft knife, glue stick, pencil, 12” metal ruler, bone folder

Material Fee: $2

Carrie Imai has been teaching calligraphy and related subjects for over 25 years. She has a freelance calligraphy and graphic arts business and has worked as a calligrapher for Los Angeles County. She has taught at international calligraphy conferences and for guilds across the country and in Canada.

www.carriedesigns.com

Discover new and rather weird tools that can make wonderful and innovative alphabets. You’ll receive a tool kit containing everything you’ll need to help you get out of the box and get playful. Bring your spirit of adventure. You may be surprised to find this playful attitude sneak into your more formal alphabets and give them new life.

Supplies: 1/2” or 3/8” Automatic, Horizon or Coit pen, Pelikan 4001 ink (any color),any water-based ink or walnut ink, watercolor palette (such as Prang), mixing brush,water pot, rag or paper towels, scissors, several sheets of a good bond paper (larger size is better), some better papers (Fabriano Ingres, Arches WC, Arches Text Wove).

Scraps are fine—the more paper, the more possibilities for experimentation.

Carrie Imai has been teaching calligraphy and related subjects for over 25 years. She has a freelance calligraphy and graphic arts business and has worked as a calligrapher for Los Angeles County. She has taught at international calligraphy conferences and for guilds across the country and in Canada.

www.carriedesigns.com

Do you say the “Pen Prayer” before you go to do calligraphy... “Please let it work”? Fighting with your pen to get the gouache out; ink blobs and bleeds; pen catches paper fibers, leaving a messy trail across your work? This class is for everyone who wants to take control and be the boss of their tools. Learn how to prepare a new pen to flow smoothly, and how to fix a bad pen; how to know what a good pen feels like; and how to mix watercolor and gouache so that it will flow well out of the pen.

 Supplies: one NEW Brause nib (size your choice), one NEW Speedball C-2 pen, one Mitchell nib (old or new—size your choice), one old and cruddy pen nib, pen holder, few sheets of nice, smooth paper for testing water-based ink (I like Pelikan 4001) or walnut ink, one tube gouache, your choice (my choice Winsor-Newton), watercolor palette (my choice Prang), mixing brush, water pot, rag or paper towels

Optional: lupe or magnifier, empty plastic water bottle, old toothbrush

Gina Jonas is the author of Finding the Flow: A Calligraphic Journey and Hebrew Calligraphy Styles. A professional calligrapher for 37 years, Gina first introduced her new approach to calligraphy to students at Friends of Calligraphy in San Francisco. It was received with great enthusiasm and energized Gina’s passion to share the discoveries of her calligraphic journey with fellow calligraphers!

www.ginajonascalligrapher.com

Awaken your mind and body to the physical act of calligraphy by focusing upon two often-neglected aspects of calligraphic practice: warm-ups and basic pen technique. Cultivate the formative senses of touch and movement through exercises with strokes and basic elements of letterform. Develop a ‘feel’ for movement and gestures. Complete a Karalama, the design composed of practical strokes that could be a starting point for a future calligraphic piece. Train yourself to engage in the living quality of form—its flow!

Supplies: ZIG Marker (double ended: 2 and 5m), Brause 3mm nib, Higgins Eternal permanent black, Nekoosa bond or #37 Boris Layout Bond

Design and make your own silver charm and/or embellishment. You will also make a simple book for attaching your silver adornment. The silver charms are made from Precious Metal Clay (PMC), a unique clay medium that is imbedded with silver, and, when fired in a kiln, will produce a piece of fine silver.

Supplies: x-acto knife, cutting mat, ruler, bone folder, lettering tools and paper if you want to make your own lettered design......Material Fee:$12

Finished polished pieces will be available for pick up the following evening.

Laura Lein-Svencner is an award-winning mixed media artist from the Midwest. Co-founder of the Midwest Collage Society, Laura’s background includes organic papermaking, sculpture, lithography, life drawing, photography and Native American Myths and vision. Her work is featured in public and private collections internationally and nationally.

www.lauralein-svencner.com

Collage has made its comeback into the mainstream of the art world. Think and create GREEN. Be inspired to create a stunning piece of mini art with wonderful papers and the incredible supply of recycled materials that will be incorporated. Experiment using different artist’s mediums, altered papers, image transfers, and learn the newest techniques.

Supplies: two magazines (your favorites), scissors, ruler, x-acto knife, apron, small amount of miscellaneous found papers (old letters, tickets, maps, handmadepaper, etc.)

Material Fee: $5

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Have fun designing flowers using the skills you already have! Let the flowers dance from the end of your brush with a little twist here and little pressure there. Finish them off with a few colorful dots and flourishes. These fun flowers are great to decorate invitations, greeting cards or anywhere that needs a little touch of sunshine.

Supplies: flat ½”and round, pointed #4 and # 8 soft synthetic or sable watercolor brushes, H or HB pencil, fine Micron pen. Paper and paint will be supplied.

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Splash with water and paint. Create with the colors of a summer garden or whimsical bouquet. This loose style will sit gently on the page, allowing your letters to interact and play with the colors. We will work wet while learning how to control the water, color in watercolor and add a few finishing details.

Supplies: flat ½”and round, pointed #4 and #8 soft synthetic or sable watercolor brushes, H or HB pencil, small spray bottle, fine Micron pen. Paper and paint will be supplied.

Barbara Mann started with a course in calligraphy and a desire to learn more, resulting in degrees in Commercial Art/Illustration and Computer Graphics. Barbara continues to seek out and learn new techniques to incorporate into her work and, in turn, teaches many workshops for art and calligraphy guilds. Some of her most requested workshops include watercolor, acrylics, colored pencil, and bookbinding. With a love for art and a diverse portfolio of talent, the best way she sums up her passion is “It’s all great fun!!!”

www.artstudio3.com

Whether you call her a Muse, a Spirit doll, a Goddess or your creative inspiration, it is always good to know she is in the studio with us. Let the playtime begin as we make the invisible visible, and dress her in creative thoughts.

Supplies: scissors, glue stick, x-acto knife, ruler, bone folder, H or HB pencil, eraser, fine Micron pen or Pilot G-Tec-C3 pen, spray bottle, round pointed watercolor brush (#2 or #3, and a #4 or #5), flat ¼” watercolor brush, variety of calligraphy nibs, holders, inspirational quotes/words

Optional: colored gel pens, white gel pen, charms or beads

Barbara Mann started with a