Calligraphy For Beginners – Uncial Script

Term 2 2023

ONLINE COURSES WITH MACQUARIE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Calligraphy For Beginners – Uncial Script

Dates: 4.5.23 to 22.6.23

Thursdays 10am – 12pm

$265

Using a calligraphic pen, you will learn to write an Uncial script in two versions, including in an attractive monoline form, which will then be developed into a more decorative style. A small practical project will be included, and further options will be discussed. This course is designed especially for those who have no previous experience.

This course involves a combination of demonstration and practical work.

In this course you will:

Learn a monoline Uncial script
Create calligraphic patterns
Write an Uncial script in a more decorative form
Produce a small project

Materials list for students:

2 x ZIG Memory System Dual-tip Calligraphy Marker pens, (any 2 colours). The pens are available at art shops, such as The Art Scene and online.
A3 Bond/Bank Layout Pad 50gsm (slightly transparent paper for guidelines to show through
3 pieces of A4 cartridge paper (sketch pad) or smooth watercolour paper (185gsm}