Calligraphy Again

Well we are back to the Gauteng madness. Fortunately we have plans for creative outlet. 

The Calligraphers in the Thursday classes will work on the letterform, working towards completing a book.

I am participating in a correspondence course with Heleen de Haas and although I've been away I've thoroughly enjoyed the interaction and challenge of being led through a new view of calligraphy.

Saturday morning classes will commence after the Easter weekend. 

Penfriends Studio

The Thursday morning group is busy with the Foundation hand which is so elegant and regal. From pencil skeletons to penwritten caps, everyone is working to find that dance of the pen.

Thursday afternoon girls are flourishing with Italic. The charm of this hand is once you have it imprinted there are so many variations.

With Carl Rohrs joining us in South Africa in July everyone is honing their calligraphic skills. The Johannesburg courses are fully booked and we are waiting with pen poised.

New Year, New course, Same group!

The next course begins on Thursday 15 January. I have developed a new course which should be stimulating and interesting, especially for all who have been coming over the past few years.

The course entails calligraphy exercises and beautiful exemplars based on Sheila Waters' new book.

We also plan a workshop in the Free State in April.

Here's to a great Calligraphic year. 

2008 end of year

The exam is written, the books completed and another year has passed.

The last class on 11 December promises to be fun and filled with laughter, good food and fragrant coffee.

2009 classes begin again on Thursday 15 January. 

The morning classes: from 9h30 to 12h00 and will cost R450.00 for four sessions. 

Afternoon classes will commence on the same day at 14h30 to 16h30 and will cost R420.00 for four sessions. 

Please remember that an option for calligraphy by correspondence is possible. 

Please contact me should you wish further information. 

End of 2008

Can't believe that we are nearly at the end of the year. 

We've had a busy and productive time in classes. The students each created 2 small books filled with creativity and writing which will be good exemplars for referral.

The exam was great fun - for me at least - and most students passed well, although all will returning in 2009.

Classes begin again on Thursday 17 January both morning and afternoon.

Season's greetings to all - and thank you for your support!

Of Creativity & Exams

The Thursday morning group has completed a number of creative projects through the year even though I have been away and so have they off and on. Their little books filled with quotes, numerals, creativity are really great and will aid them when looking for creative ideas next year.

There is always an exam at the end of the year - this year it has changed dates several times. The official date is 6 November. It's really a fun exam and if everyone listens through the year it really easy. I'm not sure whether it is the thought of the exam that sets people going or the word that conjures up swotting for impossible teachers at school.

Either way I so enjoy setting the exam and they enjoy marking them! Here's to the 6 November. 

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall

Had a great time this morning having a photo-shoot done! A make-over, hair fix and photo shoot. After thinking that perhaps I had finally lost it [age and all that] I so enjoyed the 'shoot' with Lisa who turned me into a glamour gran! David liked the new look too. So watch this space. [What for I don't know.]

I am looking forward to teaching again this week. Had many mornings off so am rearing to go. New projects and a few surprises on the way. 

Planning a trip to Mozambique at the end of October, courtesy a dog food company, so am looking for my swimming costumes [not a happy thought]. But before that we have our Spiritual Moment weekend in the Free State which should be a special few days.

Time to start planning food for the Creative Escapes 2009 Brochure Launch on 26 October at C3  9 Caroline Crescent Cresta.