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Calligraphy and Typography course
Calligraphy and TypographyBeginnerC-5005

Small-Format Lettering

A focused lettering course for working small — envelopes, cards, and journals — where control matters more than scale. You'll practice classic and modern lettering styles and finish with a set of pieces you'd actually be happy to gift.

What you'll learn

  • Control a brush pen or nib for consistent small lettering
  • Letter in at least two distinct styles (modern and classic)
  • Lay out and compose a small piece (card, envelope, tag)
  • Finish a small portfolio of gift-ready lettering pieces

Curriculum

Suggested pace: 3 weeks
  1. 1

    Brush pen and nib control

    Week 1

    Build the fine motor control needed for consistent small-scale lettering.

  2. 2

    A modern lettering style

    Week 1

    Practice a clean, modern lettering style suited to small pieces.

  3. 3

    A classic lettering style

    Week 2

    Practice a second, classic style, so you're not limited to one look.

  4. 4

    Composing a finished piece

    Week 3

    Lay out and finish a small, gift-ready piece — a card, envelope or tag.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need any experience for this?

No prior experience needed — this course starts from the basics.

Is this live, or can I go at my own pace?

Self-paced. There's no fixed class time — the weekly pace above is only a suggestion to help you plan.

What happens right after I enroll?

The course appears immediately in My courses, and the first module unlocks straight away.

Do I lose access if I don't finish right away?

No — once you're enrolled, the course stays in My courses and you can pick it back up any time.