Have you been dreaming about creating your own wedding invites? This workshop could make your dream come true! Bridal Calligraphy Package~ (3 Two-Hour Sessions) This Calligraphy workshop is customized for individuals or small groups (up to 4 individuals). You will receive three weeks of intensive instruction (3 days, two hours per week). You […]
The studio now has a huge table in the front room…in addition to the current one in the main studio. More flat surfaces to create art and students will have more arm room and personal space during class. Looking for something fun to do this spring… check out the classes at the studio! Flying Dolphin […]
As a culture we are surrounded by technology; computers, tablets and phones… thoughts and ideas reduced to 140 characters, micro-bits of information swarming from every direction and then gone forever. I am guilty of this as much as anyone else. The text or a quick email it is fast and efficient and sometimes only a reactionary […]
Last night was a great success! I was invited to deliver a 60-minute Calligraphy presentation at the Sulzer Library. It was a great evening filled with creative fun with an attendance of over twenty individuals. I totally enjoy participating in these, as I am always fascinated by the scope of diversity of individuals […]
Start your Spring learning something new… While Having fun! In April, Flying Dolphin Studio will offer a BYOB Beginners Painting Class. Learn basic techniques while using acrylic paint and applying color theory. All supplies will be provided. We will be working from still life. Time and day will be posted in the Classes […]
One of the greatest things about being an artist is being able to spend time with other artist and compare ideas and techniques. The sharing of creative energy is contagious and helps to feed the mind and soul of an artist. October is Artists Month in Chicago http://www.chicagoartistsmonth.org/about. So not only have I been able […]
Calligraphy Classes start again this Sunday, August 8, 2013 at the Discovery Center. In this three-week class I am teaching the graceful Chancery Cursive Script (Cancellaresca Corsiva). This script was the standard hand in Italy around the 15th century. The main individuals responsible for this beautiful script were Ludovico degli Arrighi, Giouanniantonio Tagliente and […]
Have you ever wanted to learn Calligraphy? I just might have the perfect opportunity for you to learn. This Sunday is the start of another series of Calligraphy Classes at the Discovery Center. Class is 3:00pm-5:00pm and is for three consecutive weeks. The focus of this class is the Chancery Script. For more information about […]