Learn to write in Italic script with our calligraphy short courses in Sydney!
Calligraphy is a wonderful blend of tradition, creativity and personal expression, and it is a skill anyone can learn. In this relaxed, hands-on class, you will be introduced to the art of calligraphy while discovering how our alphabet developed and why handwritten lettering continues to feel so special in a digital world.
This course focuses on italic script, a graceful and highly versatile style written with a broad-edge pen. Known for its flowing rhythm and clear letterforms, italic script is ideal for handwritten letters, cards, journals and creative projects. It can be elegant and formal, or loose and playful, making it one of the most enjoyable calligraphy styles to learn and use.
Together, you will explore how letters are built, how they sit on the page, and how spacing and rhythm bring words to life. You will practise forming individual letters before joining them into words and lines of text, gradually developing a confident, natural writing style. The class will also include simple layout and background techniques so you can begin creating finished pieces, not just practice sheets.
This course is suitable for beginners and those with a little experience who want to slow down, enjoy the process and reconnect with the pleasure of handwriting. By the end of the class, you will have a strong foundation in italic calligraphy and the confidence to keep practising, whether you are writing letters, making cards, or simply enjoying the calm, mindful rhythm of pen on paper.
By the end of this italic script calligraphy course, you should be able to apply:
- Letters and numerals of the Italic script
- Spatial awareness
- Analytical skills for letter form and shape
- An understanding of layout and design skills
- Colour and design techniques
- All learned skills to a piece of work or project
After finishing this Italic script calligraphy course, you might also like to also learn:
What will be covered in this italic script calligraphy course?
- How to write with a pointed pen
- The script, its style, letter construction and characteristics
- Letter form, spacing and joining of letters
- Capitals and their origins and combine them with the lower case letters
- Flourishing
- Numerals
- Colour, layout and design skills with the idea of combining all of the above to produce a small piece of work.
Who is this italic script calligraphy course for?
This course is for beginners to those who are more experienced.
Rozelle Campus
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd in the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
What to bring to class
Please bring additionally:
- A ruler
- A water jar
- A pencil
Option 2: Uncheck the materials kit at enrolment checkout and bring your own
- A4 or A3 bond layout pad – Canson or similar brand from art stores
- Chisel-shaped nibs – small, medium and large size (such as Brause, Speedball C NIBS, William Mitchell)
- Pen holder
- Ink (Black Sumi ink or Chinese stick ink)
- Gouache (black & a primary colour set)
- Ruler
- Pencil HB
- Water jar
- Rag
- Other supplies will be advised if needed throughout the course
For left handers we recommend to purchase a PILOT PARALLEL pen from Dymocks, Officeworks, or other art stores.
Please note the following:
- Closed-in shoes required
- Please wear old clothes
- Long hair must be tied back
