Chiara Riva - Brush pen: beyond basics - Feb 7, 14; Mar 7, 2026
Take your brush pen skills to the next level! We'll go beyond the fundamentals, exploring the nuances of letter rhythm, texture, and creative variations. You'll explore advanced techniques, including …
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Take your brush pen skills to the next level! We'll go beyond the fundamentals, exploring the nuances of letter rhythm, texture, and creative variations. You'll explore advanced techniques, including alternative letters, flourishes, and ways to enhance your lettering style. You'll gain greater control and confidence with the brush pen, unlocking new possibilities for your artistic expression.
​Lesson 1
Make lowercase letters dance and play with the rhythm
​Lesson 2
Other tips and tricks to make lowercase letters work and uppercase letters
​Lesson 3
Basic flourishing, writing on black paper and composition
Brush pen: beyond basics
Chiara Riva, Hosted By The Gentle Penman
Live (Also recorded for later viewing)
7,14 February & 7 March 2026 (Saturday)
21:00 pm – 23:00 pm (Hong Kong Time)
Class Cost : HKD 1,000.00 or USD 130.00
Registration Link : https://www.thegentlepenman.com/brush-pen-beyond-basics
Supply List:
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Towbow ABT Dual Brush Pen or Aqua-brush duo Lyra (black or dark color), or Ecoline brush pen or similar: Chiara recommend to buy at least 4 brush pens, because the tips wear out easily (it depends on how much you exercise or how much pressure you apply while writing) (M120, M139)
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1 smooth paper pad, lightweight and smooth, tabloid or A3 size paper or bigger: Chiara use “Schizza e strappa Favini” or “Fabriano Layout” or “Fabriano traccia” or similar (P203)
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A brush pen with a smaller tip than the Tombow ones (one brush of each type) Chiara will use Stabilo pen 68 brush, brush sign pen or similar (M192, M97)
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Sharp pencil, ruler, eraser and tape (PL38, S270, E13, S412)
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