Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Make Your Own Holiday Cards & Envelopes Workshop

Hello Friends,

Would you like help designing a holiday card and envelope as flourished as this one? One that could be reproduced so that each card is hand-made?

I've been making my own Holiday Cards for years and have developed a class just for the purpose of showing others how to do the same.

There are many ways to reproduce an image that level in varying degrees of complexity. Spend the weekend with me October 27th & 28th and I'll show you everything I know AND we'll have a good time doing it. :)

Here is the set I developed during last year's workshop: You Are My Gift. The envelope was in a different green and the materials used were walnut ink and Dr. Martin's White India Ink.

Here's the set I did in 2005 from a linoleum cut. Lino cuts are super fun and fast. All the supplies you'd need to do make of these are at Binders and I can help you pick them out or use the supplies you bring with you.

Let's have fun and play together!




Holiday Cards and Envelopes with Anne Elser

Holiday Cards Env 10/27 (ARTZ1235)


All Levels | Price: $190 | Min.5/ Max.8
ARTZ1235 | Sat. & Sun. Oct. 27 & 28, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Create your own calligraphic design for whichever holiday you wish to share most. Students will be given customized instruction on layout and technique using the materials they bring to class. We will be writing, flourishing, painting, stenciling, cutting windows, stamping and more!

Learn to create your own cards that are easy to reproduce at home by creating a template and adding layers of detail to the card in an enjoyable and systematic fashion. Emphasis will be placed on enhancing the meaning of your message in order to fully engage your audience.

Day two is spent finalizing the prototype of your chosen design and with it, a system of producing it. We will also create a perfect envelope template for your card.

Click here to sign up!!

Thursday Afternoon and Evening Copperplate Calligraphy Classes at Spruill Begin November 1





Hi Friends!

I've got two Copperplate Calligraphy courses beginning November 1st at Spruill Center for the Arts. So far we have 2 students signed up and we just need 3 more for the class to make.  This will be my teaching debut at this new location. If Dunwoody is an easier commute for you, consider signing up!

EVENING CALLIGRAPHY: COPPERPLATE WITH ANNE ELSER
Course Number:
124DACA260
Dates:
Thursday, November 1 - December 13, 2012  Check for other dates
Meets:
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Instructor:
Anne Elser
Fee:
$210  Fee Breakdown
Notes:
None.

Course Description

This is an introductory look at Copperplate, an elegant and elastic hand frequently used for formal invitations, documents and bridal events. Completely enchanting, the dramatic thicks and thins of this delicate hand will make you swoon. During the six week course, students will be given handouts and guide sheets, learning the upper and lower case characters. We will also address spacing and layout for addressing envelopes. This class is appropriate for Beginner to Intermediate students. 
   
Supply List
There are still openings remaining at this time.
A valid credit card will be required for payment. Please have your card information ready.



AFTERNOON CALLIGRAPHY: COPPERPLATE WITH ANNE ELSER

Course Number:
124DACA250
Dates:
Thursday, November 1 - December 13, 2012  Check for other dates
Meets:
1:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Instructor:
Anne Elser
Fee:
$210  Fee Breakdown
Notes:
None.

Course Description

This is an introductory look at Copperplate, an elegant and elastic hand frequently used for formal invitations, documents and bridal events. Completely enchanting, the dramatic thicks and thins of this delicate hand will make you swoon. During the six week course, students will be given handouts and guide sheets, learning the upper and lower case characters. We will also address spacing and layout for addressing envelopes. This class is appropriate for Beginner to Intermediate students. 
   
Supply List
There are still openings remaining at this time.
A valid credit card will be required for payment. Please have your card information ready.

Thursday, October 04, 2012


Don't forget tomorrow night's Penabler meeting featuring Yves Leterme!
Atlanta Penablers meeting  “Movement, Marks and Meaning.” 
From the art of abstraction, to the emotive tug of calligraphic lettering, Yves Leterme (as layered with shimmering depth as his pieces,) has much to share about his techniques, inspiration, and inner wisdom. Come for his interview, demonstration, slide show, and audience Q&A. Yves will also be bringing some of his original works of art for view and purchase. Squee!
When: Sat & Sun, Friday October 5th, 2012 6-8PM
What to bring : A drink or snack to share and yo bad Self.
When: Sat & Sun, October 6th & 7th, 2012 
What to bring : After signing up online for Italic Variations workshop through the Binders Art School site, a supply list will be sento to you.

Monday, October 01, 2012

Atlanta Penablers Demo Table at Artfolio!





Come to the Atlanta Penablers Demo Table Saturday & Sunday, November 3rd & 4th, 2012.
Saturday 9-7pm, Sunday 10-6pm at Binders Art Supply in Buckhead.

In lieu of a Friday meeting in November, come to the Binders Art Supply Artfolio Event where The Atlanta Penablers will be demonstrating and testing out new and well-known calligraphic materials, tools, products and techniques. 

Our table will be warmed with Penabler volunteers, students, and instructors for two solid days of calligraphic goodness. Tour the entire store, test products, meet product representatives, shop sales and promos, gifts with purchases, and enjoy the best prices of the season. It’s the best art supply fair EVER!


Would you like to volunteer for this event? 
We are looking for 7 Penabler volunteers at ALL skill levels. 
If you'd like a free lesson, enjoy demoing in front of a casual and enraptured crowd, or would just enjoy 2 hours of ink time with like-minded friends, sign up here at the Penablers Demo Artfolio Table Page.

Sign Up Now!

Would you like more time? Sign up for as many slots as you like. Come get cozy with me! Email me with any questions at Anne@AnneElser.com.

Don't forget! This Friday night, October 5th Penabler's Meeting: Yves Leterme Calligraphy Demonstration and Interview!