This class is presented by the Birmingham Calligraphy Guild\, and sponsored by the Hoover Public Library. Registrati on and supplies for your first class are free. The BCG and HPL ask that yo u join the Guild for subsequent classes to allow more patrons the opportun ity to attend.
\nThe talented Michelle Blanton presents and shares h er expertise on modern calligraphy. Michelle teaches calligraphy and has h er own business for the production of calligraphy pieces\, with many follo wers on Facebook and Instagram. \; Modern Calligraphy script is for pe ople who wish to create their own unique\, script style using free-form\, mix and match lettering. \; Even though the art of calligraphy is cent uries old\, it doesn&rsquo\;t have to be intimidating and can reflect the modern era. As daunting as it seems when staring to learn\, it can be fun and liberating. \; In this class\, you&rsquo\;ll learn that calligraph y and handwriting are two very different things\, and what tools you need to find your personal style.
\nThe Birmingham Calligraphy Guild\,&nb sp\;formerly known as Les \;Enlumineurs\, seeks to promote the art of beautiful writing in the Birmingham metropolitan area and surrounding stat es.
\nTheir membership consists of a very diverse group of calligrap hers\, from the hobbyist to the full-time professional and every level of interest in between. They come from Alabama\, Tennessee\, Florida\, Georgi a\, Mississippi\, and Kentucky and many of their members travel to Birming ham to participate in the numerous learning opportunities hosted by the gu ild.
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