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Hand Lettering For Beginners with The Paisley Corner

  • Distill Creative Studio 68 Jay Street #612 Brooklyn, 11201 United States (map)

Join Swetha Shenoy of The Paisley Corner for a beginner hand lettering workshop. She is a lettering and watercolor artist based in New Jersey. She specializes in custom art prints, hand-lettered artwork, and handmade cards. Check out her work on Instagram @thepaisleycorner.

Ever wanted to try hand-lettering, but didn’t know where to start? Then this class is for YOU! In two hours, learn the basics of lettering and work your way up to creating your own hand-lettered artwork! Explore this new trendy art form that is not only fun but extremely relaxing.

In this class you will:

  • learn the difference between hand-lettering and calligraphy

  • get familiar with the basic tools for lettering practice the art of drawing letters and words using worksheets

  • learn to create vibrant background washes

  • hand-letter a phrase/quote that resonates with you

  • receive hands-on guidance on adding embellishments to your art piece

  • go home with your art piece that you can frame or give as a gift!

All supplies for this class will be provided.

Once you have learned the basics of hand-lettering, you can create all year long! Use this fun technique to personalize cards, gift tags, place cards, and even your journal! The possibilities are endless!

Earlier Event: April 3
Block Printing Workshop
Later Event: April 10
Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop