Learning calligraphy

Education & Workshops

Classes, courses and workshops led by calligraphers and teachers from many traditions — in person, online and internationally.

What the association offers

  • Calligraphy classes
  • Calligraphic painting classes
  • Online courses
  • Workshops
  • International workshops
  • Educational programs

Upcoming workshops, classes and courses

Events calendar

No workshops or classes are announced at the moment.

New workshops, classes and online courses will be listed here.

Children, Youth & Schools

A dedicated program that brings handwriting and calligraphy to children, teenagers and schools.

Children, Youth & Schools

To spread the teaching of calligraphy, calligraphic painting and the written arts, the World Association of Calligraphers organizes courses, in-person and online classes, and specialized workshops for people around the world. These programs begin with the basics of writing and strengthening children's handwriting, and continue through to advanced, specialized teaching for learners, professional artists and masters.

Learning groups

The association's courses are organized to suit the age, experience and artistic level of participants:

  • Children and teenagers
  • Students
  • Beginning learners
  • Intermediate and advanced learners
  • Amateur and semi-professional artists
  • Professional artists and masters

Each group has its own curriculum and way of being assessed, so that learners study alongside others at a similar level and their progress is followed fairly.

What our courses cover

  • Correct writing and strengthening handwriting
  • The principles and fundamentals of calligraphy
  • Different scripts and traditional and contemporary styles
  • Composition and the aesthetics of letters and words
  • Calligraphic painting and the written arts
  • Letter design and creativity in writing
  • Using color, form and movement in calligraphic painting
  • Preparing work for exhibitions and competitions
  • Tools, materials and techniques for making a work
  • Presentation, photography and the professional introduction of work
  • An introduction to intellectual property and copyright in art

Teaching children and teenagers

The association pays special attention to teaching children and teenagers. These programs aim for children to strengthen their handwriting and writing skills while also discovering the beauty of letters, creativity and art.

These courses use simple, engaging methods suited to children's ages, aiming to make writing an enjoyable, artistic activity for them.

Teaching alongside technology

The association works to bring traditional calligraphy teaching together with new technology. Online classes, video instruction, demonstrations, direct contact with masters and digital tools can make it easier for people in different countries to take part.

Technology in the association's teaching does not replace hand skill and human creativity; it is a means for spreading education and introducing the written arts more widely.

Specialized workshops

Workshops can be short or long term, on specialized themes. In these workshops, experienced masters and artists share their own experience and methods with participants.

Some workshops are held internationally, with artists from several countries taking part, so that participants can learn about different approaches to calligraphy and the written arts.

Masters and teachers

The association draws on distinguished masters, professional artists, researchers and experienced teachers for its courses. Teachers are chosen based on their artistic record, teaching ability, experience and expertise.

Talented young artists may also serve as assistants or teachers in educational programs once they have gained experience and the association's approval.

Certificate of completion

Participants in a course or workshop can receive a certificate of participation or completion from the association where they finish the program and meet its stated requirements. The type of certificate depends on the course's level, duration and content. It documents participation in one of the association's educational programs and records the learner's educational history.

The purpose of our teaching

The association's aim is not only to teach beautiful writing; it is to nurture people who are creative, precise, patient, and familiar with the culture and art of writing. The association wants every learner to be able to start from simple writing, reach calligraphy, and in the end turn their own writing into a visual, artistic language.

From a child's first line to a master's creativity, education continues at the World Association of Calligraphers.