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Updated 14th December 2020<\/em><\/h6>\n

With the computer encroaching on everyday tasks bit by bit, the handwritten note is becoming a rare art. However, in\u00a0private households<\/a>, being able to compose a beautifully written thank you note, name settings, card or invitation is of great value to a potential employer. In fact, one of the UK’s leading etiquette experts, William Hanson, notes: \u201cHandwriting is just one of the many ways in which we humans – especially the Brits – judge other people. \u00a0The effort and awe of an elegantly set table can be undone and tarnished by a badly scribbled placard, which is why household staff need a heightened level of good penmanship.\u201d So if you don\u2019t think your handwriting is up to scratch, why not enrol in a calligraphy course? It’s a skill that you may need if you’re a private household PA! Here are five of London\u2019s best:<\/p>\n

1. Quill London<\/strong>
\nWith a whole range of different calligraphy classes, Quill London is currently hosting their workshops entirely online. Opt for the beginners\u2019 workshop to learn how to write using ink and nib, starting out with shapes and strokes before moving onto letter forms. By the end, you\u2019ll be creating whole sentences in your unique style and take home an essential kit of calligraphy materials so you can practice at home. If you know the basics but want to refine your skills, the improvers\u2019 workshop is for you. You\u2019ll be able to improve your overall technique, develop your style and take home a set of professional-grade materials.<\/p>\n

Find out more on quilllondon.com\/<\/p>\n

2. City Lit<\/strong>
\nIf it\u2019s a full-day course you\u2019re after, City Lit\u2019s Modern Calligraphy is the one for you. Based in Covent Garden, the seven-hour workshop will take you through the process step by step and letter by letter, with demonstrations and an analysis of historical models along the way. You\u2019ll learn to use pointed pen and ink, how to format letters and spacing correctly, the importance of pen pressure and how to do flourishes. At the end, you\u2019ll be able to use a range of tools for your calligraphy practice and produce work in the modern version of Copperplate.<\/p>\n

Find out more on https:\/\/www.citylit.ac.uk\/courses\/try-it-out-calligraphy-modern-copperplate<\/p>\n

3. Babooche Calligraphy<\/strong>
\nLearn the fundamentals of modern calligraphy at Babooche, a calligraphy studio located in EC1. Start off by learning and practicing basic strokes before moving onto the lower-case alphabet and capital. With a limited class size of four participants due to pandemic restrictions, you\u2019ll receive plenty of one-to-one help, with an experienced teacher who can help you develop your own style. Each workshop includes light refreshments and a take-home calligraphy starter kit.<\/p>\n

Find out more on baboochecalligraphy.com<\/p>\n

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4. Alice Gabb<\/strong>
\nStationery designer and modern calligrapher, Alice Gibb, spreads her love of distinctive lettering through a number of workshops throughout London. Join her in Shoreditch for a beginner\u2019s\u2019 workshop, where you\u2019ll start with tea, cake and a chat before diving into the art of modern calligraphy. You\u2019ll be introduced to good technique and what equipment to use, before being guided through practice exercises. From there, it\u2019s straight to letterforms, which is important if you’re a private household PA and want to learn fast! By the end, expect to be able to write your favourite quote in modern calligraphy, with Alice always on hand for assistance.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve done the basics but want to practice with some expert help, Alice also hosts a Practice Makes Perfect Calligraphy Club, where you can work through guide sheets, have a chat about your equipment and pick up some tips. Supplies are provided, but you can also bring your own.<\/p>\n

Find out more on alicegabb.com\/workshops<\/p>\n

5. Oh Wonder Calligraphy<\/strong>
\nAs the lady behind Oh Wonder, Lauren Cooper, a graphic designer and self-taught calligrapher, hosts a range of workshops for beginners and enthusiasts in Bromley. If it\u2019s the beginner option you\u2019re going for, expect an introduction to the fundamentals of calligraphy, starting with what to use and strokes, before moving onto the alphabet. After two hours, you\u2019ll have a new appreciation for handwriting, a workbook of exercises and tips and everything you need to keep practicing. Once you\u2019ve mastered the basics, opt for an enthusiasts\u2019 class, which aims to top up your skillset and help you develop your own style, as well as writing with different inks and on alternative surfaces.<\/p>\n

Find out more on ohwondercalligraphy.com\/workshops
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