Calligraphy -
The Letterary Arts
Creating beautiful works of art with the letters & words
we LOVE!
I have been teaching and sharing my knowledge and abilities in Calligraphy
& hand lettering
in the Reno/Lake Tahoe area for over 25 years.
I teach from the stand point in sharing with my students that they each have their own distinct lettering hand, or style and in my classes it is your own alphabet that we will be working on developing and perfecting.
I start from sharing the basics of how all letters are created and designed. By having this knowledge it helps to create your own unique alphabet, and it gives the student the confidence needed to move forward in producing their own statements and expressions in what I call
“The Letterary Arts”
The Letterary Arts is working with both words and letters
to make Art!
I start from sharing the basics of how all letters are created and designed. By having this knowledge it helps to create your own unique alphabet, and it gives the student the confidence needed to move forward in producing their own statements and expressions in what I call
“The Letterary Arts”
The Letterary Arts is working with both words and letters
to make Art!
My method is to share all there is to know about writing a letter,
one stroke at a time,
working with 2 pencils,
a Calligraphy pen,
and also both a flat tip and pointed
paint brush with watercolors.
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It is being aware of the similar forms and shapes of the letters
that make it easy to create your own alphabet.
Having this knowledge creates confidence in Lettering!
To be a successful lettering artist all it takes is
Practice, Patience, Persistence, & Understanding!
one stroke at a time,
working with 2 pencils,
a Calligraphy pen,
and also both a flat tip and pointed
paint brush with watercolors.
* * *
It is being aware of the similar forms and shapes of the letters
that make it easy to create your own alphabet.
Having this knowledge creates confidence in Lettering!
To be a successful lettering artist all it takes is
Practice, Patience, Persistence, & Understanding!
Please take a peak at this 20 minute video produced with funding from the
Nevada Arts Council.
I have several exciting classes I am offering in Lettering
please see the listings below.
please see the listings below.
* STUDENT TESTIMONIAL *
"Carol's class was so much fun! The techniques and ideas she shared with us opened up limitless creative possibilities. My interest in lettering may well turn into a passion! Her work and her artistic accomplishments are inspiring!"
-Sally K. Gardnerville, NV
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"Carol's class was so much fun! The techniques and ideas she shared with us opened up limitless creative possibilities. My interest in lettering may well turn into a passion! Her work and her artistic accomplishments are inspiring!"
-Sally K. Gardnerville, NV
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"I took Carol's Calligraphy class because I was curious and wished to learn more about lettering
and to create and design some of my own works.
I found her class to be great fun - and I am inspired to do more.
The possibilities are endless, and I can really see myself creating my own cards and gifts.
I am so excited with all of the wonderful help and tips I received in class,
Carol is a great teacher and inspiration!"
Linda C. TMCC Student
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and to create and design some of my own works.
I found her class to be great fun - and I am inspired to do more.
The possibilities are endless, and I can really see myself creating my own cards and gifts.
I am so excited with all of the wonderful help and tips I received in class,
Carol is a great teacher and inspiration!"
Linda C. TMCC Student
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"Carol is very kind, encouraging and helpful in teaching lettering.
She is also amazingly talented, and an excellent instructor!"
Vickie B. TMCC Student
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"My creative juices are flowing from all the great ideas
and possibilities
Carol has shared in class.
She is an outstanding/excellent instructor,
so patient, with someone just learning how to letter.
I would recommend taking a class from her anytime." TMCC Student
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She is also amazingly talented, and an excellent instructor!"
Vickie B. TMCC Student
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"My creative juices are flowing from all the great ideas
and possibilities
Carol has shared in class.
She is an outstanding/excellent instructor,
so patient, with someone just learning how to letter.
I would recommend taking a class from her anytime." TMCC Student
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2023 Classes & Workshops in Lettering
Public Classes held at TMCC/EPIC Reno, NV
Truckee Meadows
Community College
Meadowood Campus
across from the Meadowood Mall
5270 Neil Rd Ste #216 Reno, NV
Community College
Meadowood Campus
across from the Meadowood Mall
5270 Neil Rd Ste #216 Reno, NV
A link to Register with TMCC/EPIC
will follow each graphic image.
will follow each graphic image.
Calligraphy- Hand Lettering
Fridays Oct. 6, 13 & 20, 2023
Fridays Oct. 6, 13 & 20, 2023
Lettering as ART
The Illuminated Letter,
Saturdays, Nov 4 & 18th, 2023
The Illuminated Letter,
Saturdays, Nov 4 & 18th, 2023
Inspirational Book Making
Friday Dec. 8, 2023
Friday Dec. 8, 2023
Fall Classes to be scheduled later in the year.
I am available for Private & Group Lessons
If you are unable to attend the publicly scheduled classes found on the site
I am available for Private / Group Lessons
I charge a flat fee for 1 up to 5 students for a 2 or 3 hour session
at the place your choice. I come to you.
Included in the fee are the use of all my personal supplies
The art products that I use to create my art in the Letterary Arts!
* a travel fee will be applied if out of the immediate Reno area.
I am available for Private / Group Lessons
I charge a flat fee for 1 up to 5 students for a 2 or 3 hour session
at the place your choice. I come to you.
Included in the fee are the use of all my personal supplies
The art products that I use to create my art in the Letterary Arts!
* a travel fee will be applied if out of the immediate Reno area.
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PLEASE INQUIRE!
link to my email
Working with the correct tools to create your letters will give you the feel and effect of the particular lettering style and message you wish to create.
I have worked with the tools
and have the experience to show you how to put it all together!
I have worked with the tools
and have the experience to show you how to put it all together!
Lettering can be created with a variety of tools:
a calligraphy pen, regular pencils, markers, or a flat or pointed tip brush, with watercolors.
a calligraphy pen, regular pencils, markers, or a flat or pointed tip brush, with watercolors.
I teach working from the basics.
Sharing the dynamics of what constitutes the creating of an individual letter.
I teach how to look at, write, design, and draw letters to create
a complete alphabet, an alphabet,
that has a consistent look and feel.
I have been teaching my technique with success for over 25 years.
It starts with the Philosophy...
"That every mark you make in reference to lettering,
is considered a completed work and piece of art!"
Calligraphy - The Letterary Arts!
Sharing the dynamics of what constitutes the creating of an individual letter.
I teach how to look at, write, design, and draw letters to create
a complete alphabet, an alphabet,
that has a consistent look and feel.
I have been teaching my technique with success for over 25 years.
It starts with the Philosophy...
"That every mark you make in reference to lettering,
is considered a completed work and piece of art!"
Calligraphy - The Letterary Arts!
Contact me today for information
regarding offering a Class in your area
Art@varyCarol.com
regarding offering a Class in your area
Art@varyCarol.com
At times I enjoy working with a flat tipped brush to create my letters. Above is an example of the letter T as an illuminated letter.
Similar to those created during the Renaissance period of history and the illuminated manuscript.
"All Lettering is ART!"
Similar to those created during the Renaissance period of history and the illuminated manuscript.
"All Lettering is ART!"
My passion has been in the study of typography:
The study of lettering styles, fonts, and alphabet creations.
My background is in the communication arts, of illustration and graphic design.
I believe that all words and lettering seeks to attract, inspire, create desires,
and motivate people to respond.
All lettering is a form of communication creating a particular emotional response!
The study of lettering styles, fonts, and alphabet creations.
My background is in the communication arts, of illustration and graphic design.
I believe that all words and lettering seeks to attract, inspire, create desires,
and motivate people to respond.
All lettering is a form of communication creating a particular emotional response!
July 7th, 2022 1:30pm-2:45pm Workshop Description: In a short 20-minute video we will explore and be introduced to the many handwritten lettering characters of the globe. We will return to our simple, recognizable Roman alphabet, A to Z, created by King Charlemagne in Europe during the 8th century, way before computers and the internet existed. Our instructor, Carol, who carries a calligraphy pen with her wherever she goes, has been writing ever since she first learned the ABCs. Lettering, writing, and reading are the foundation of every society on Earth. During this session we will be working with Carol’s favorite tools to create our lettering using two pencils held together with a rubber band and a felt-tip Marvy Uchida calligraphy pen. Carol will be sharing how she works with these simple tools to write exciting affirmations that instill a joyfulness in living while encouraging others that they can do the same. Pencils, pens, practice sheets, and writing paper will be provided. To Register https://bit.ly/3xC4RP0
Reno/Sparks, NV
Preparing to Present
to the Mensa Foundation
A Wonderful Reference
I recently wished to have names written in calligraphy - beautiful, intentional writing on diplomas for the first graduating students of the Nevada Sage Waldorf School
in Reno, Nevada.
I found Carol’s calligraphy site on the internet and was pleased that she promptly answered my request by email. I found her to be polite, thorough, and efficient. Even though my first intention was simply to have her inscribe the names on the diplomas, she helped to design the diploma itself, working with me and my colleagues. Carol was professional and extremely gracious with the revision process and, in the end, our diplomas turned out beautifully. I highly recommend Carol for any work that you may need in regards to art, design,
and calligraphy.
You are sure to be delighted with the results!
A. Barber —Nevada Sage Waldorf School, Reno, NV
I recently wished to have names written in calligraphy - beautiful, intentional writing on diplomas for the first graduating students of the Nevada Sage Waldorf School
in Reno, Nevada.
I found Carol’s calligraphy site on the internet and was pleased that she promptly answered my request by email. I found her to be polite, thorough, and efficient. Even though my first intention was simply to have her inscribe the names on the diplomas, she helped to design the diploma itself, working with me and my colleagues. Carol was professional and extremely gracious with the revision process and, in the end, our diplomas turned out beautifully. I highly recommend Carol for any work that you may need in regards to art, design,
and calligraphy.
You are sure to be delighted with the results!
A. Barber —Nevada Sage Waldorf School, Reno, NV
Through my association with the Nevada Arts Council
as a Teaching Artist on their
Roster of Artists + Communities.
I receive many opportunities to share my art and interests with the Community.
as a Teaching Artist on their
Roster of Artists + Communities.
I receive many opportunities to share my art and interests with the Community.