Calligraphy at Cromford - introduction

This annual summer workshop was organised by Margaret for the first time in 2006, in an attempt to fill the calligraphic void in Derbyshire, where there are few classes for those interested in learning lettering skills. Recently, the topics have explored moving beyond the boundaries of conventional calligraphic styles.

It is based in the Grade II listed Gothic Warehouse, part of the historic cotton mill complex built by Sir Richard Arkwright in Cromford, near Matlock, Derbyshire in 1771.

Cromford is set in the Peak District National Park, which offers wonderful scenery, a wide variety of outdoor activities, historic buildings to visit and a good range of accommodation from camp sites to good quality hotels.

Calligraphy at Cromford: 3/4 July 2010

'Drawn, cut, torn: workshop review.

The Cromford ambience seemed to work its magic yet again, over a very challenging two days in warm weather for all who attended. I was really thrilled by the quality and quantity of ideas & work produced - widely differing skill levels proved no bar to ingenuity in the interpretation of the technical input! It shows that being pushed out of the comfort zone can be stimulating and beneficial. A big thank you to a splendid group who worked willingly and extremely hard.

Some student comments:

.......'I do enjoy the fact that you have been doing lettering rather than calligraphy - love the new doors it opens'.

'Thank you for a stimulating, enjoyable workshop. I really enjoyed it in spite of my lack of calligraphic knowledge compared to everyone else'.

Some work from this year is shown on this page (© of each student)

 

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