LETTERING ARTS GUILD WORKSHOPS
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All registrations will be accepted on a first-come basis. You may mail or e-mail your registrations. Your place will not be guaranteed until payment is received.
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In the event that we reach our class maximum on the first day of registration, all names will be put into a hat and drawn randomly.
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We have estimated the costs on the basis of a minimum number or students per class. We reserve the right to cancel any class that has insufficient numbers.
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Except in the case of a class cancellation, your fee cannot be refunded, as workshops will all be recorded.
Registrations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
Payments can be made by:
- E-transfer to LAG.payment@gmail.com
- Cheque (NO post-dated cheques. Please provide a separate payment for each workshop. Cheques will be deposited the week prior to the workshop)
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Download the Winter/Spring 2026 brochure here
As a special 40th Anniversary Celebration, we are offering our members a 40% discount on classes
Discount is reflected in the price shown.
Engrosser's Scripst Part II
When: January 8 & 15
7-9:30 pm
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Where: ZOOM online workshop
Recording available for a limited time
Instructor: Ashok Giri
Cost: Members $96
Non-Members $180
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We began our journey with Ash by developing essential skills and understanding the key ingredients which are "Letterforms" that make or break this beautiful Engrosser's Script letter. In Part I, he shared his own journey, guiding us through practice, technique and his passion for the craft as we explored the lowercase forms. He says, "Devil is in the details'!
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In Part II, we will review our lowercase letters, continue with the uppercase letterforms and alphabets, and begin introducing elegant flourishes into our work. This session offers clear demonstrations, hands-on guidance, and personalized feedback to help you elevate your script with confidence.
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Whether you're continuing from Part I or joining us for the first time with some foundational experience, this class is an opportunity to deepen your technique, refine your style, and complete the alphabet alongside an inspiring and engaging teacher.
Calligraphy 201
When:
January 22 & 29
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Where: YMCA Northside Community Center, Red Deer
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Instructors: Katharyn Blades
Cost: Members $42
Non-Members $80
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Introducing a new class for new(er) members and those who would simply like a refresher. Calligraphy 201 is here for you! In this class, we will pick up where you left off in Calligraphy 101 by exploring paper options, nibs, pens and ink. We will stuff your "tool kits" with a collection of new ideas and opportunities to practice techniques that will add affect to your calligraphic work.
Fabulous Flat Brush Flowers
When:
February 5, 12 & 26
7-9:30 pm
Where: ZOOM Workshop
Instructor: Violet Smythe
Cost: Members $45
Non-Members $85
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A Watercolour Floral Workshop with Violet Smythe
In these classes, you will explore painting with a flat brush, also referred to as a chisel brush. You will develop the ability to manipulate the brush; control the angles and pressure changes to capture the "essence" of some of your favourite garden flowers.
Versals with White House Calligrapher Rick Paulus
When:
March 12 & 19​
6:30-8:30 pm
Where: ZOOM Workshop
Instructor: Rick Paulus
White House Calligrapher
Cost: Members $30
Non-Members $60
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Versals, those beautiful capital letters which traditionally indicate the beginning of bodies of text, have drawn our eyes to the page for centuries. Versals are typically colorful, often decorated, ad always full of life, no matter how simply drawn. Beginning with a simple analysis of the Roman alphabet, we will embark on a journey through the ages with Versals as our guide. Participants in this workshop will be gently guided through the process of developing their very own constructed, or drawn, Versal letters with the benefit of historical reference to draw from.
Italics- Beyond the Basics
When:
April 9, 13 & 16, 2026
6:30 pm- 8:30 pm
Where: YMCA Northside Community Center
6391 76 ST, Red Deer
Instructor: Jo-Anne Rogers
Cost: Members $61
Non-Members $95
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Is your Italic a little rusty? Is it time to freshen it up...and take it up a notch? Dust off your Italic lettering in this three part class. We'll review the basic letterforms, play with capital and some flourishing then introduce the pointed pen Italic to make them even more elegant. This will mainly be a technique class although homework will be assigned to your use your lettering in a small project.
Paste Paper & Book Workshop
When:
April 11 & May 2
9:30 am- 12:30 pm
Where:
April 11- Red Deer Cultural Arts- Intermediate School
May 2- Springfield Crossing Clubhouse #11 Jenkins Dr
Instructor: Christine Ahmad
Cost: Members $72
Non-Members $123
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Fee includes the majority of supplies required
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Discover the joy of serendipitous design in this paste paper workshop. A mixture of coloured starch paste is applied to paper and using various tools (combs, brushes, stamps, etc) you can create unique often three-dimensional patterns and textures into your wet medium. You will create a collection of richly textured one-of-a-kind papers to use in your future artistic endeavors. Book covers, end papers, box making, journal covers and booklets or gift tags. The first section of this two part class will be to apply and decorate your paper with the paste. The second part will be to create a simple booklet using your dry decorative paper. A few additional supplies will be needed, however the majority of the supplies are included in the course fee.