WHY WOULD I TAKE THIS COURSE?
- Perhaps you're not ready to commit to a new hobby and would like to try this out before you buy a bunch of materials.
- Maybe you're keen on writing letters but would like to try something new.
- Are you a Bullet Journalist? Maybe you'd like to up your page game?
- With Christmas, birthdays and weddings a constant in our lives it could be the idea opportunity for you to learn how to write in a fauxligraphy fashion and dazzle your friends and family!
- Some people are scared to try calligraphy because they are intimidated by the tools, with fauxligraphy you can use any pen or pencil you have in the house and create the illusion of calligraphy but shhh... no-one needs to know it's all smoke and mirrors!
Whatever your reason for joining, you are very welcome here. This is a great opportunity to learn something new without having to spend a fortune on tools!
WHAT WILL WE LEARN?
Dive into the world of creative expression with this game-changing approach to calligraphy. Learn the difference between Calligraphy and Fauxligraphy and how to create your own beautiful Fauxligraphy. This course has been designed for anyone who's ever dreamed of bringing a personal touch to their invitations, journals, or art projects.
We cut through the conventional, time-intensive practice, bringing you straight to the heart of beautiful handwriting through easy-to-understand techniques and fun, engaging exercises. Fauxligraphy is about creating the illusion of calligraphy without the fancy tools and years of practise!
But hey, it's not all about pretty letters on a page; it's about unlocking a skill that enhances everything from your personal stationery to your startup's branding. By the end of this course, you'll be wielding your newfound lettering prowess to impress friends, dazzle family and even charm clients!
TELL ME MORE...
I began designing this course with the absolute beginner in mind, ensuring that each lesson builds on the previous one in a way that's accessible and encouraging. By piecing together years of expertise in easy-to-digest, bite-sized tutorials, I've made sure you'll see progress in each lesson and finish with the knowledge, skills and practical application to create your own beautiful Faux letters.
The modules allow you to flex your creative muscles without feeling overwhelmed. And don't worry, I'll be guiding you every step of the way as you discover just how rewarding it is to create stunning lettering pieces that you can be proud of. Whether for personal projects, gifting, or even kickstarting a new hobby this course is tailored to give you a solid foundation and the confidence to let your creativity flow.
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Your instructor
Jen, the heart and soul behind Toasty Type, brings her artistic finesse to the forefront of teaching with her Modern Calligraphy and Illustration prowess. With a signature approach that melds simplicity with elegance, she transforms the daunting task of mastering beautiful lettering into a therapeutic journey. Her dedication to the craft is born from years of meticulous practice and learning from esteemed experts, culminating in the establishment of her brand in 2018. Jen infuses every session with her personal insights and the mindful essence of calligraphy, ensuring that each stroke not only creates art but also cultivates joy!
Her classes are more than just learning sessions; they're an immersive experience where Jen shares the joy of artful expression through her sage guidance, derived from working with prestigious clients like Edinburgh Gin and Macallan Whiskey. She channels her passion into mentoring, turning her students' aspirations of skillful lettering into reality, swiftly and with grace. As a compassionate guide, Jen's enthusiastic spirit isn't confined to her studio; it's an infectious zeal she carries into the very heart of her teaching, inspiring her students to uncover the joy and tranquility in every curve and line.