Do I need experience in calligraphy?

No, this course is designed for total beginners and intermediate students. Exisiting knowledge in calligraphy is not required.

Can I follow the course if I use different materials from the recommended list?

Yes! You can use the calligraphy materials that works best for you. In my opinion, there is no "one-size fits all" approach in calligraphy. Everyone has different needs and what works for me may not be the same as what works for you. My recommendations are based on my personal experience teaching calligraphy since 2014, and writing calligra[hy since 2011.

Can I purchase this course as a gift voucher for a loved one?

Absolutely! Purchase this course and email me the person’s details, and I will create a digital voucher for them.

Can I still do the course as a left hander?

Absolutely yes! In fact, left handers are great calligraphers and you may find easier to follow the angle of the writing (slant) in comparison to right handers. Check this video about left hander positioning.

Is the calligraphy course in English?

Yes, and I am more than happy to answer questions and offer feedback in English, Spanish and Catalan.

Do you offer personal feedback?

Yes! In every class I will see each of you individually and will offer feedback from the homework suggested the previous week.

Is there a discount code available for this courses?

I offer an EARLY BIRD ACCESS which gives you the opportunity of paying 13 classes and attending the entire course (16 classes in total!). The online version of this course has also a discounted price.

Is the course available online?

Yes! Every class will be recorded and available to watch 4 hours after the live class has been completed. Students attending online will be able to follow the course watching the recordings and sending their questions during the following week by email.

Can I purchase a Beginner's Calligraphy Set?

Yes, once you book your course, you'll have the opportunity of purchasing a CUSTOM BEGINNER'S CALLIGRAPHY SET which I will personalised myself containing the following materials: 1 x Broad nib 3mm 1 x Broad nib 1mm 1 x Flat Brush 1 x Straight Pen Holder 1 x Nikko G Pointed Flexible Nib 1 x Hunt 101 Pointed Flexible Nib 1 x Oblique Pen Holder 2 x Walnut Ink Satchels 1 x Pentel Sign Brush Pen

How long the recordings will be available for?

All 16 class recordings will be available 30 days after the last class.

What if I cannot attend one or more classes?

All 16 classes will be recorded and you'll be able to catch up on the class contents during the week and be up to speed for the following class.

Is there any homework to be done between classes?

Yes! After each class, I'll suggest homework to complete during the week. At 2pm every Saturday, I'll review your work. Homework is optional. Every person has a unique lifestyle, schedule and availability. In short: The more you write, the more you'll learn, and it's totally up to you how many hours you can invest in your practice after class.

Calligraphy Course in Melbourne | Calligraphy Class Program 2026

Using an attention to detail and in-depth approach, students will discover the foundations of six calligraphy styles: Roman Capitals, Modern Carolingian, Blackletter, Neuland, Italic and Copperplate calligraphy.

These classes include detailed hands-on demonstrations, personalised feedback and historical contexts of each hand for you to learn about calligraphy as much as to practice it.

At the end of the course you'll have completed 3 calligraphy projects to add to your design protfolio. I cannot wait to see what you come up with at the end of this solid introductory calligraphy course!

16 x Saturdays (72 hours)

May 2 - August 22, 2026

From 10am - 2.30pm

02/05: Brush Roman Capitals
09/05: Foundational Hand (a-z)
16/05: Foundational Hand (A-Z)
23/05: Intro to Blackletter (a-z)
30/05: Blackletter capitals (A-Z)
13/06: Neuland Calligraphy
20/06: Italic Calligraphy (a-z)
27/06: Italic Capitals (A-Z)
04/07: Intro to Copperplate (a-z)
11/07: Copperplate Capitals (A-Z)
18/07: Copperplate Variations
25/07: Flourishing
01/08: Brush Pen Calligraphy
08/08: Intro to Lettering
15/08: Design Ideation x 3
22/08: Final Design Execution

You will learn the foundations of six calligraphy styles: Roman Capitals, Modern Carolingian, Blackletter, Italic, Neuland, Copperplate and Script Brush Pen Calligraphy.
Letterform anatomy and glossary of terms.
Rhythm, contrast and composition while writing.
The meaning of cursive, slant, ductus, contrast, ratio, scale, swashes and flourishes.
Recommended calligraphy materials & bibliography to support your learning journey.
Design principles including harmony, contrast, balance and tension.
Spanglish for sure!

Maria Montes is an independent lettering designer specialising in premium branding assets, type and calligraphy education.

Her multidisciplinary practice expands across brand identity, packaging illustration, custom lettering, calligraphy, fashion, art and culture. She has been teaching calligraphy independently since 2014 including: Copperplate, Italic, Blackletter, Carolingian, Neuland, Roman Capitals and Brush lettering.

Maria studied a Postgraduate Course in Advanced Typography in Barcelona and a Condensed Program in Typeface Design at Type@Cooper in NYC. In 2018 she released her first independent display chromatic font family called Green Fairy, and in 2025 she released her second display font called Kanat Latin.

Do I need experience in calligraphy?
No, this course is designed for total beginners and intermediate students. Exisiting knowledge in calligraphy is not required.
Can I follow the course if I use different materials from the recommended list?
Yes! You can use the calligraphy materials that works best for you.

In my opinion, there is no "one-size fits all" approach in calligraphy. Everyone has different needs and what works for me may not be the same as what works for you.

My recommendations are based on my personal experience teaching calligraphy since 2014, and writing calligra[hy since 2011.
Can I purchase this course as a gift voucher for a loved one?
Absolutely! Purchase this course and email me the person’s details, and I will create a digital voucher for them.
Can I still do the course as a left hander?
Absolutely yes!

In fact, left handers are great calligraphers and you may find easier to follow the angle of the writing (slant) in comparison to right handers. Check this video about left hander positioning.
Is the calligraphy course in English?
Yes, and I am more than happy to answer questions and offer feedback in English, Spanish and Catalan.
Do you offer personal feedback?
Yes! In every class I will see each of you individually and will offer feedback from the homework suggested the previous week.
Is there a discount code available for this courses?
I offer an EARLY BIRD ACCESS which gives you the opportunity of paying 13 classes and attending the entire course (16 classes in total!).

The online version of this course has also a discounted price.
Is the course available online?
Yes! Every class will be recorded and available to watch 4 hours after the live class has been completed.

Students attending online will be able to follow the course watching the recordings and sending their questions during the following week by email.
Can I purchase a Beginner's Calligraphy Set?
Yes, once you book your course, you'll have the opportunity of purchasing a CUSTOM BEGINNER'S CALLIGRAPHY SET which I will personalised myself containing the following materials:

1 x Broad nib 3mm
1 x Broad nib 1mm
1 x Flat Brush
1 x Straight Pen Holder
1 x Nikko G Pointed Flexible Nib
1 x Hunt 101 Pointed Flexible Nib
1 x Oblique Pen Holder
2 x Walnut Ink Satchels
1 x Pentel Sign Brush Pen
How long the recordings will be available for?
All 16 class recordings will be available 30 days after the last class.
What if I cannot attend one or more classes?
All 16 classes will be recorded and you'll be able to catch up on the class contents during the week and be up to speed for the following class.
Is there any homework to be done between classes?
Yes! After each class, I'll suggest homework to complete during the week. At 2pm every Saturday, I'll review your work.

Homework is optional. Every person has a unique lifestyle, schedule and availability.

In short: The more you write, the more you'll learn, and it's totally up to you how many hours you can invest in your practice after class.

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Calligraphy Course in Naarm/Melbourne (Level 1)

What is included in this course?

Course Content

Class 1: Brush Roman Capitals

Class 2: Intro to Foundational Hand

Class 3: Foundational Hand Capitals

Class 4: Intro to Blackletter

Class 6: Neuland Calligraphy

Class 7: Italic Calligraphy

Class 8: Italic Capitals

Class 9: Copperplate Calligraphy

Class 10: Copperplate Capitals (Level 1)

Class 11: Copperplate Variations (Level 2)

Class 12: Flourishing (Level 3)

Class 13: Script Brush Pen Calligraphy

Class 14: Intro to Lettering

Class 15: Design Ideation x 3

Class 16: Final Design Execution

Class 5: Blackletter Capitals

Calligraphy Course Summary

This Course In A Nutshell

Course Overview

Course Calendar 2026

What Will You Learn In This Course?

Who Is This Course For?

Calligraphy Course Fees

In-Person Calligraphy Course (Early Bird Discount)

Online Calligraphy Course

Complete Beginner's Calligraphy Set (Add-On)

1:1 Private Calligraphy Coaching (Add-On)

Individual Classes

Your Melbourne Calligraphy Instructor

Maria Montes | Calligrapher, Brand & Lettering Designer

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