Curvaceous Copperplate

Copperplate is an elegant hand developed during the age of the great writing masters in the 18th century. A luscious, curvaceous hand, this script is used extensively for invitations and formal events in addition to artistic work.

We will introduce the use of the flexible pointed nib and learn the basic minuscule and majuscule letterforms with emphasis on seeing the underlying basic forms of this hand. With practice this course can be used as a springboard for further development of the Copperplate hand. 

Beginners and “refreshers” welcome! 

In the week between each live session, students will have time to practice, ask questions on the class forum, and submit assignments online for instructor critique. 

The sessions will be livestreamed and will also be available as recordings to watch online until May 7, 2022.

MATERIALS LIST

These supplies can be purchased as a package from John Neal Booksellers.

• Higgins Eternal ink 
• Pad of Canson Marker Layout paper, or Borden & Riley 13.5 lb. smooth marker paper 9” × 12” 
• Nibs: I recommend Nikko G, Gillot 303 and 404, Hunt 22 and 56 and Esterbrook 128. Please bring at least 2 of these: more if you want to be adventurous. 
• Elbow (oblique) pen holder for right handed students, straight penholder for left handed. 
• Dinky Dip (small)
• Pencil or fine marker for notes