1400s German Chancery - Historic Calligraphy [8 week course]
AU$479.00
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Taking inspiration from Alchemical books from the 1400s, this 8 week course will delve into the historic script behind the manuscripts. Using traditional dip pens and ink, you'll gain confidence in writing the lowercase and uppercase variants, forming whole paragraphs.
Contents:
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Lowercase with variations
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Uppercase including flourished variations
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Spacing, joining and calligraphic rhythm
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Decorative versals
- Note this does not include medieval style illuminations/illustrations, we're just focusing on the text!
Where: Rikota Studios, Studio 10, Marrickville [in-person]
When: 8x Mondays: Feb 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 13 2026
Please note Monday 6th April is skipped because it falls on Easter Monday.
Time: 6:15-7:45pm [1.5 hrs]
Feel free to BYO nibbles and drinks
This workshop series is suitable for beginners.
Materials included (and for you to take home, worth $50!):
Midori A4 90 page paper pad (ink friendly)
Winsor & Newton Black Indian Ink
Straight pen holder
Brause Bandzug/Speedball 1mm nib
Guidelines
Model sheet
To bring:
Pen, pencil, eraser, 30cm ruler and a bag to fit the A4 paper pad when the workshop finishes.
Optional: Red watercolour half pan + small brush for week 7/8
The venue is not accessible (has a flight of stairs and no lift). The script is not adapted for left handers, however if you feel confident that you'd still like to attend I would recommend buying 1mm broad edge nibs from different brands to test if they work for you. There's optional homework if you'd like to bring in every week for me to correct. Please note these are in-person workshops, there are no catch up lessons if you miss a class, nor are refunds given. Cancellations are not accepted 72 hours before the start of the workshop but can be transferred.
All images on this page was done in calligraphy by Jessica Le/Fleur & Fable.
For any questions feel free to email me jess@fleurandfable.com.au
About the artist
Jessica Le is the founder and illustrator behind Fleur & Fable. She's inspired by vintage illustration, the Pre-Raphaelites, Art Nouveau and the Arts and Craft era. Using traditional media like dip pens and ink, she brings to life her style of medieval romantic florals and figures. She's been published four times as author and illustrator with her work being translated into French. Jess is a member of the Australian Society of Calligraphers and has done calligraphy for major brands like Dymocks.
