Hosting a workshop

Working in partnership

The Creative Quill doesn't just host workshops, we collaborate to elevate your events. Our expertise lies in crafting tailored calligraphy experiences that seamlessly integrate with your venue's brand and theme. Forget cookie-cutter classes. We inject personality and storytelling into every session, ensuring each dip of the pen reinforces your unique message.

For five years, we've partnered with diverse venues, boosting engagement and brand recall through interactive calligraphy workshops. Guests don't just learn a new skill; they create lasting memories tied directly to your space.

Build your bespoke workshop

Step 1: Decide on the length of your workshop

1 hour - Taster

Ideal as a stand-alone activity or an engaging add-on, this workshop is designed to allow your guests to dip their toes into calligraphy.

They will be introduced to the basic strokes and the alphabet, culminating in completing a simple project that allows them to put their newfound skills into practice.

2 Hours - Signature

Our two-hour workshops are by far our most popular option.

Choose between Beginner sessions, mastering essential nib and ink techniques, or Improver workshops, refining skill through flourishes and project planning. Both levels create two customized projects reflecting your theme, brand, or event.

3 hours - Comprehensive

Our most in-depth offering for stand-alone workshops. This workshop provides your guests with our most thorough grounding in the art of calligraphy.

After mastering the essential techniques, they will begin to refine their skills e.g creating flourishes and working on different mediums.

A comprehensive calligraphy workshop includes the creation of three customized projects.

Step 2: Choose your theme

We offer a range of themes to suit different interests and occasions. Examples of themes we can offer include:

Spring

Easter

Halloween

Birthday

Autumn

Bespoke

Christmas

Valentines

Alice in wonderland

Peter Pan

Mindfulness

Wedding

Summer Cocktails

Food

Tea time

Wimbledon

Major milestones

The booking process

  • Initial contact

    Let us know you're interested in hosting a workshop by filling out our simple online form or contacting us directly. If possible let us know your preferred workshop date, time, and any specific requirements.

  • Free consultation

    A meeting is held at a time convinient to you to discuss your needs, preferred dates, and workshop options. This can be in person, via telephone or zoom/teams.

  • Secure your date

    We'll send you you our booking agreement for your to review outlining the workshop details including pricing and participant capacity. Once you are happy and have paid the deposit we will confirm your booking.

  • Marketting

    We provide you with high-quality promotional materials, including workshop descriptions, images, and social media content.

  • Ticket sales

    Tickets are sold via a method of your choice

  • Final check in

    We'll contact you approximately 2 weeks before the workshop to confirm final participant numbers and any additional requirements you may have.

  • On the day

    I arrive with all the neccessary resources at your venue at least 30 minutes before the agreed start time. I deliver an engaging workshop where your customers will have fun learning a new skill.

  • Post workshop

    We clean up, and share any feedback from participants with you.

  • Future collaborations.

    We stay connected to explore opportunities for future workshops and partnerships.

  • We have worked with The Creative Quill on several occasions, and they have been excellent. Natasha is professional and clearly passionate about calligraphy, and this rubs off beautifully on her participants. We look forward to welcoming the workshops back into our busy event calendar for 2024.

    Marketting Officer, The Chester House Estate

Brands we have worked with

FAQs

  • Our workshops are designed to be engaging and informative for participants of all skill levels. We typically start with an introduction to the materials and basic techniques of calligraphy, followed by guided practice sessions where participants can learn and refine their skills. We also offer creative prompts and exercises to encourage exploration and expression through calligraphy.

  • We require a well-lit and spacious room with enough tables and seating for the participants. Ideally, the room should have access to water or a sink for cleaning materials or washing hands. If not available in the workshop space itself, access to nearby restrooms is sufficient. We're happy to discuss specific arrangements if needed, ensuring a comfortable learning environment.

  • In most cases, we provide all the necessary materials for the workshop, including calligraphy pens, paper, ink and handouts. However, for advanced workshops or specialized sessions, we may recommend additional materials, which we will communicate clearly beforehand

  • The ideal workshop size depends on the space available and the desired level of interaction. We can comfortably handle small groups of 5-10 participants and can adapt our approach for larger groups up to 20 depending on the venue's capacity and layout.

  • Absolutely! We are happy to collaborate with you to tailor the workshop content to match your desired theme or event. This could include incorporating specific quotes, lettering styles, or activities relevant to your theme.

  • While we don't offer catering directly, we have strong relationships with local businesses that can provide delicious afternoon tea options or other refreshments to complement your calligraphy workshop.

    We are happy to accommodate your preferred catering arrangements. Many venues can provide light refreshments or snacks for workshops, and we can adapt the workshop schedule to allow breaks for these.

  • Check out our dedicated FAQs page for even more information!

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