Calling all pointed pen lovers

The Pointed Pen Academy

In 2025, Academy students have the chance to finesse their Copperplate and Spencerian scripts over 12 months, guided by two wonderful teachers - Cecilia Boschi and Martha Laurens.

In our 3-month academy courses, Heather Held and Hoang Dao will take you on the road to Copperplate, looking at the scripts that led the way: Italian Hand and Round Hand.

 

What’s coming up in 2025

PPC Academy: Italian Hand & Round Hand
Medium courses: Kurrent & Duntonian Scripts
Short classes: Double Stroke Caps & Bastarda Italiana

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OUR VISION & OUR MISSION

Bringing pointed pen calligraphy to life

The Pointed Pen Collective gives pointed pen artists the opportunity to study with talented teachers from around the world.
We bring exceptionally talented calligraphers to teach the art of pointed pen calligraphy.
From mastering the swells and turns of Copperplate to gaining confidence in your flourishing, we’ll provide teachers who can take your skills further.
We look forward to bringing you a host of exciting events.

 

From John Seddon (1695) to George Bickham (1740) to the present day — pointed pen calligraphy has been admired for its elegance and practiced for both its beauty and practicality by many enthusiasts.