Intrigued with the idea of writing with a feather like people did for centuries? Discover how sensitively a quill dipped in ink can convey your words. Properly prepared feathers require skill to correctly cut a point. As part of your supplies, you will receive a goose quill from historic Williamsburg. Bring a lengthy message or quote to copy in class, along with your very smooth lined writing paper and ink. More adventuresome? Bring parchment or even vellum for your advanced project such as a pirate treasure map. Instructor will give an overview of quills, demonstrate basic writing techniques and correction methods. Your individual handwriting will be the main lettering style. Some additional items will be provided for you to use during class. Open to teens and adults.Speaker: Carol Savage
Day/Time: Saturday, 11:30 to 1:30
Room: Alpine 2
Duration: 2 hoursCost: $70 includes a quill to keep!CLASS PAYMENT:Contact carol@carolSavage.com to reserve your seat and make payment via Stripe, Venmo, mail a check, and to ask questions.Cash payment*, Stripe & Venmo accepted at the show if there is an open seat.* Pay Carol at the Saint Louis Calligraphy Guild table.
SUPPLIES STUDENTS SHOULD BRING:
- Bring 1 or 2 solid, firm pillows to sit on because chairs are too low for good writing posture.
- A long text, quote or message to letter.
- Exceptionally smooth lined paper on which to write those words.
- Pencil, white or kneaded eraser and ruler.
- Your preferred inks in small containers.
Writing with a Quill
About the St. Louis Pen Show
The St. Louis Pen Show is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization. Our mission is to promote and foster an understanding and appreciation for the use, care, and collection of writing instruments and to further cursive writing and calligraphy.