TUESDAYS, October 21st, 28th, November 4th, November 18th, 2025
5:30-7:00 PM
Teens/Adults
$100
This four-week course offers a welcoming introduction to the art of calligraphy, drawing inspiration from Veiko Kespersaks’ Calligraphy in 24 Hours (used with the author’s permission). While the book lays out a full program of twenty-four one-hour lessons, our class will highlight key elements as an accessible starting point.
Together with teaching artist Chris Carfaro, we’ll explore the fascinating history of penmanship while practicing with broad-edged nibs to create Italic and Gothic letterforms. From there, we’ll move into the evolution of the pointed pen and quill, learning the foundations of English Roundhand, Copperplate, and ornamental scripts.
Whether you’re drawn to the beauty of formal lettering, want to elevate your holiday correspondence, or simply wish to try something new, this class offers an inspiring introduction to the timeless art of calligraphy.
Christopher Carfaro is a professional artist and penman, living in Richmond, Vermont. U.S.A. Chris does commission work for individuals year round in addition to assisting the Vermont Statehouse during the Valentine Day fundraising event by inscribing hundreds of personal valentines. Chris has taught kids and adults alike in art, penmanship, Lettering Arts, model trains, plastic model kit building and in the martial art of Aikido. Chris has been practicing calligraphy and artwork for over fifty years and most recently, has been studying copperplate with Master Penman, John DeCollibus of Boston, overall composition and penmanship with former White House calligrapher, Rich Paulus of Massachusetts and decorated letters and borders of 16th c Renaissance with Sophia Klesen of Paris, France. Chris has a desire to share the beauty, joy and power of penmanship. He says, “There will always be a place for the efficiency of emails and texts. But when you have something important to say, it is the hand written word that can breathe passion and life into the expression you wish to share.”
