Cheryl Tefft - Gothic Calligraphy: Master the Dark Art of Medieval Letterforms - July 30, 2025

Gothic Calligraphy: Master the Dark Art of Medieval Letterforms Unleash Your Teen's Inner Medieval Scribe: No Experience Required Does your teen love fantasy worlds, dark aesthetics, or simply standing out from the crowd? In this hands-on Gothic Calligraphy workshop, they'll master the dramatic letterforms that have captivated artists for centuries—from medieval manuscripts to modern album covers and movie titles. What makes this class different? While most calligraphy classes focus on "pretty" scripts, Gothic calligraphy (also known as Blackletter) brings an edge that instantly resonates with teens. These bold, angular letterforms command attention and transform ordinary words into powerful visual statements that look impossibly complex—yet are surprisingly achievable with our step-by-step approach. Your teen will discover: The fascinating history behind these dramatic letterforms (from medieval monasteries to today's tattoo culture) The exact techniques to create those striking thick-and-thin contrasts that make Gothic script so powerful How to transform ordinary quotes, lyrics, or names into frameable pieces that friends will swear were done by a professional The modern applications that make this ancient art form surprisingly relevant (think: personalized gifts that genuinely impress) The "I can't even draw" guarantee: Our instructor breaks down these intimidating letterforms into simple pen strokes anyone can master. Your teen doesn't need steady hands or natural artistic talent—just the willingness to follow along. The structured nature of Gothic script actually makes it perfect for beginners who claim they "can't do art."

Gothic Calligraphy: Master the Dark Art of Medieval Letterforms
Cheryl Tefft, Hosted By Calligraphy Crush Magazine

July 30

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern

Registration Link: https://classes.calligraphycrush.app/intro-to-gothic