A number of historical manuscripts will be studied, not only for their scripts, but in particular for their decorative elements. Choosing one historical period and focussing particularly on decoration, students will contribute to a class calendar. To join the class, you just need to have learnt any script using a chisel-shaped calligraphy nib.

DELIVERY MODE

• Online

COURSE OUTLINE

• Study a variety of manuscripts
• Learn or revise the chosen script
• Explore the types of decoration
• Combine these skills
• Produce a calendar
• Revision and fine-tuning suitable to the individual’s needs

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Recognise the various scripts relative to an historical period.
2. Understand the significance  of manuscript decoration
3. Combine script and decoration
4. Develop a design ready for printing

MATERIALS LIST

• Usual calligraphic equipment

IMPORTANT: Please arrive to the first class with all the relevant materials. A lack of materials is not just a handicap to you but to the ability to teach. Materials cost is not included in a course fee. In the event of a course being cancelled WEA cannot be held responsible for the purchase of any course materials. We therefore suggest you purchase your materials closer to the time of the course commencing.

ART SUPPLY STOCKISTS

The following stockists are examples of places where you can purchase art materials for your course:

• Art on King: 199-201 King Street, Newtown. Ph: 9516 2342
• Eckersley's Art and Craft Store: 93 York Street, Sydney. Ph: 9299 4151. Also located in various locations throughout Greater Sydney. WEA students receive a 10% discount on materials required for their course at the York Street store when showing their course confirmation email.
• Parkers Art Supplies: 3 Cambridge Street, The Rocks. Ph: 9247 9979
• The Art Scene: 914 Victoria Road, West Ryde. Ph: 9807 6900
• The Sydney Art Store: 11 Salisbury Street, Botany. Ph: 9699 2162

You can also purchase materials from places such as Dymocks, Officeworks, Spotlight, Lincraft or online art suppliers such as Art Shed Online.