1 Day - Introduction to Convenient Blackletter Calligraphy with Janet Murata - November 25, 2026

Workshop Details:

• Skill level: Beginner & Intermediate

• Workshop format: Theory (knowledge-based), Demonstration (watch and learn) & Hands-on (follow along)

• Date: Wednesday, November 25, 2026

• Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

• Price: $60 + tax

• Maximum Participants: 15

Description:

Are you looking for a new hobby to impress your friends and family with?

Surprise them with elevated holiday cards and gift tags. Cozy up with a warm drink with Janet Murata, for a day of learning the basics of broad edge calligraphy using the most convenient modern day broad edge tool out there.

By the end of class, you will have a basic understanding of the Pilot Parallel Pen, a lower-case Blackletter alphabet called Textura, and a brief introduction to the capitals. There will be an opportunity to create gift tags.

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About the instructor:

Janet Murata is a nurse-turned professional Calligrapher and Artist based in Winnipeg Manitoba. Known locally for her Maker in-Residency with the Winnipeg Public Library in 2024, her work includes teaching locally & at International Conferences, collaborating with local artists and businesses, The WAG – Quamajuq, and big brands such as Gucci, Lexus, The Manitoba Métis Federation.

Required supplies for the workshop:

Bring your own or shop in our store and get 30% off regular-priced items when you’re registered for this workshop

• Pilot Parallel Pen 3.8mm

• Pen/Coloured pens for notes

• Pencil

• Eraser

• Ruler

*Special offer: All workshop participants will receive a coupon for 30% off regular-priced items on their next purchase.