Tools Archives - Anne Robin, Los Angeles Calligrapher

Virtual Workshops

$75 – $185

I have decided to offer my comprehensive Beginner Pointed Pen workshop and also a variety of shorter workshops, conducted over Zoom. Classes will be very limited in size to make sure we have plenty of time for guided feedback and Q&A. Beginner Saturday, March 4 2023; 2PM - 5:30 PM PST In this course you will learn the basics of pointed pen calligraphy. How to use the tools, how to troubleshoot, and a basic lowercase script. It will run approximately 3.5 hours including a little bit of a break. Brush Lettering Saturday, April 22 2023; 3 PM - 5 PM PST Learn the basics of brush lettering in this workshop. We will use a variety of brushes and learn to letter in both a proper script and also a more stylized one. Finding Your Own Style Saturday, March 25 2023; 9 AM - 11 AM PST We will go through a series of exercises to work on tweaking, expanding, and changing a calligraphy style that you are used to using, with the goal of finding a completely new style that is unique and can become a signature for you. Envelopes (nothing scheduled now) Learn my tricks and tips to letter the most creative, beautiful envelopes. I will be sharing some of my best secrets and most popular layouts, and there will be lots of time for questions and personal feedback. Capital Letters (nothing scheduled now) Since we never have much time to devote to capital letters in Beginner workshops, this workshop will focus specifically on them. We will go through different options for script caps, including some of the main flourishes you can use for caps, and even discuss how to develop your own. Details

After the instruction in all workshops, we will have some time for an "Ask Me Anything."
About 10 days before the class, you will receive a Zoom link, a handout, and suggested supplies list with a link to order.
You can sign up for individual workshops or for a bundle with Beginner and one other. If you're interested in a different combination (or want to take Beginner and 2 others), please contact me at anne@annerobin.com

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Envelope Template Liners

$35

Years ago, I started making calligraphy envelope liners out of cardboard with an exacto knife, to write in straight lines on dark envelopes without having to make pencil marks. They never lasted long because they would rip, or get wet from ink and distort. About 6 years ago, I decided to have them professionally made out of plastic, and they have proven to be a huge time saver. I'm now offering them for others to use. A must-have for every calligrapher. Included are two different sizes that you an use on any size envelope.

Will ship around September 1st.

- Set of 2 - Ultra-thin plastic - Made locally

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Block Lettering Tutorial (Download)

$45

I have been asked more times than I can count to create a class teaching my block lettering, and I could never figure out how to teach it. It involves a lot of practice and repetition to get such a distinct and precise style into your muscle memory. But I finally realized exactly what I needed to do to teach it! We created this extensive workbook so you could practice, and then print out again and practice again, and again. It comes with a video explaining how to use the workbook, along with some tricks and tips, and of course, a (very abbreviated) supply list, but you can really use any tools/pens/pencils you'd like. I'm so excited for you to try it! Once you purchase, you will receive an email with links to download a 24 page workbook and 20 minute video. Feel free watch the video and print out the workbook as many times as you'd like.