calligraphy leaves and names in metallic ink with pens and nibs and paints

Calligraphy workshops announcement – Spring 2024 and more!

I’m over the moon to have a full calendar of calligraphy workshops for 2024. Booking is open now for workshops around Cumbria – I’ve listed them here, with links for tickets. Advance booking is recommended, as most of these classes sold out last year! See the bottom of the page for locations map. 2024 modern …

modern calligraphy examples with flourishing and supplies

Discover calligraphy pens and nibs at my calligraphy classes in Cumbria!

It’s always an absolute treat to teach calligraphy, and this coming November and December I’ll be hosting a handful of calligraphy classes in Cumbria: in Ulverston, High Newton, Kendal and around Penrith. These calligraphy classes will all be playful and experimental. I will be showing you the calligraphy tools I use, so that you can …

Calligraphy workshops, potatoes and wet pants

I’ve had the loveliest working weekend, starting on Friday at Beetham Nurseries and finishing at Shed 1 Gin on Sunday afternoon. These were my autumn-themed calligraphy classes, with fab people who took to calligraphy like ducks to water. We wrote trick or treat, we flourished wildly, loved and hated z and b, and one of …

Autumn 2023 calligraphy workshop dates

I’ve recently booked some lovely calligraphy workshops! They’ll be different to any classes I’ve done before, with creative projects I’m really excited to show you, and new venues I’ve already fallen in love with. Every workshop is suitable for absolute beginners! To join me, click on the ‘book now’ links below and get your tickets …

What will I learn at a calligraphy workshop?

I thought it’d be lovely to explain a little about my calligraphy workshops. They’re fun, everyone is welcome and you don’t need any calligraphy experience. I always try to have a little project, so everyone gets to take home a finished ‘piece’ by the end of the day. Just something pretty you’ve written with your …

Learn modern calligraphy with me in Cumbria!

It’s bloody lovely to be back teaching calligraphy workshops in locations around Cumbria. I didn’t realise how much I missed them… in fact, it’s the people I miss! I’ve met so many amazing and inspiring people through my calligraphy classes, and I always leave with a happy heart and a huge smile on my face. …

example of modern calligraphy by Claire at By Moon and Tide in Cumbria

NEW! Absolute Beginners calligraphy workshop at Beetham Nurseries

Date: 22nd July (Friday) Time: 10am – 12:30 Price: £50 including hot drinks and sweet treats! My next calligraphy workshop will be on the Cumbria / Lancashire border at Beetham Nurseries near Milnthorpe. The class will be suitable for absolute beginners, or for those with a little calligraphy experience. You’ll learn how to make lovely …