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*We regret that we cannot accept cancellations after your application has been submitted.
*This lesson cannot be applied for at the same time as other products or lessons.
This course will be taught by Rise Koizumi, a calligrapher who is extremely popular for her sophisticated lettering style. Through monthly face-to-face lessons and careful corrections over a six-month period, you will gain a deep and beautiful grasp of the basics of copperplate calligraphy.
Copperplate is a very elegant typeface that was developed in 18th century England and is characterized by the delicate variations in pressure and pressure produced by a pointed pen.
In the lessons, we will unravel the fundamentals of how these sophisticated lines work and help you acquire solid techniques. You will review the content of each lesson, and we will carefully return any corrections you submit with advice.
This course offers two classes that you can choose based on your level of proficiency.
This is the application page for the Basic class . If you would like to apply for the Advanced class, please click here .
● Basic Class <br>This class is for those who are new to calligraphy or copperplate calligraphy, or who want to rebuild the basics from scratch. From basic strokes to shaping the alphabet, you will build a solid foundation for beautiful lettering.
● Advanced Class <br>This class is aimed at those with experience in modern calligraphy and copperplate calligraphy, and teaches more advanced spacing, variations, and how to apply them to your work.
[Date and time] Total 6 times
April 28th (Tue), May 26th (Tue), June 23rd (Tue), July 28th (Tue), August 31st (Mon) , September 28th (Mon)
*AM class: 10:30-12:30 only
[Basic Class Curriculum]
Theme: Basic practice of letters Part 1: Basic strokes, Part 2: Lowercase letters Part 3: Lowercase + capital letters basic strokes Part 4: Capital letters Part 5: Capital letters Part 6: Review of letters, vocabulary practice
[Number of participants] 7 people per session [Target] Anyone can take the course
[Location] Workshop space next to Paper Tree store, 1-4-7 Kudankita, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
03-3261-9884 (1-2 minute walk from Kudanshita Station, Tokyo)
*On the day of the lesson, the information will begin 10 minutes before the lesson.
【What to bring】
・Straight holder or oblique holder ・Nib (recommended nib)
● For beginners: ZEBRA G-Pen , Gillott 404
Beginners to intermediates who are getting used to writing: Hunt 101 , Gillott 303 , Leonardt Principal Extra Fine Nib
- Ink (Pilot security ink , Higgins , Kuretake kana ink, etc.)
・Writing implements (mechanical pencils, erasers, etc.)
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Rise Koizumi Profile
When he was in his twenties, he encountered calligraphy at an exhibition. Attracted by the infinite possibilities and delicate beauty of handwritten writing, he entered the world of calligraphy.
While learning various calligraphy styles, he began online lessons in Copperplate typeface in 2019. He shares the joy of writing and pursues "supportive" lessons.
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*If you are unable to attend, please be sure to contact lesson@papertree.jp.
*Due to space limitations, we ask that only students attending the course attend.
