COURTESY
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. — Have you ever been intrigues by the lettering arts? Jorika Stockwell is offering an introduction to flat pen traditional calligraphy techniques on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gallery at the VAULT.
You will have hands on learning of sample letters from several different ancient scripts. There will be a brief overview of the history of calligraphy and its modern day development and uses, such as how modern calligraphers have modified traditional scripts. Appropriate for teens and adults. All material are provided. Calligraphy pens can be purchased to bring home. You will be offered further classes as per your interest.
Jorika has been doing calligraphy for 37 years, first studying with Robert Palladino. Her works have been exhibited across the country. She continues to study with teachers from all over the world (Massimo Pollelo, Amity Parks, Yves Letermes, Carl Rohrs and many others), as well as teaching/tutoring and doing commission work in southern Vermont.
A materials list will be provided at registration. All levels welcome.
For more information please call or come into Gallery at the VAULT, 68 Main Street, Springfield. We are open Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact:802-885-7111,[email protected] or visit our web page:www.galleryvault.org.
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