COPPERPLATE SCRIPT
WITH SUZANNE CUNNINGHAM
How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
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How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
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What you'll learn:
Keep improving (or just get started) in Copperplate with Suzanne Cunningham! This classic hand is a timeless favorite for its swells and hairlines.
Suzanne offers a clear, structured path to mastering one of the most refined pointed pen scripts. Through focused drills, guided demonstrations, and thoughtful application, you will build both technical control and an understanding of the form’s underlying structure.
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Foundational strokes that form the basis of every letter
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Complete lowercase and uppercase alphabets with attention to proportion and slant
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Balanced spacing, rhythm, and word construction
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Smooth joins and clean transitions between letterforms
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Practical solutions for common challenges such as uneven pressure or inconsistent spacing
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Line spacing considerations for creating elegant, cohesive compositions
By the end, you will have a strong technical foundation and the confidence to produce polished, graceful Copperplate lettering.
@wrttnwhispers
She is so down to earth, encouraging, and thorough in her teachings!
@wrapistry
Your calligraphy talents and accomplishments are only overshadowed by your goodness and kind spirit.
@lagniappecalligraphy
If you can ever learn from her - do it!!! She’s the BEST!!
Who this is for:
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Calligraphers looking to refine their Copperplate or get started with this elegant hand
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Artists eager to master graceful swells, hairlines, and flowing letterforms
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Students ready to progress from basic strokes to full words and compositions
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Anyone designing envelopes, certificates, or personal projects in Copperplate
Self-paced. Full year access.
All skill levels are welcome.
@amelia__mau
Her advice about how to focus your practice and how to analyze your work from pictures is GOLD.
@hamptonjk
I try to catch anything Suzanne does. She is such a real person with great advice and is such an encourager.
@mrpauljbrennan
Love Suzanne! Beautiful personality, beautiful calligraphy, beautiful soul.
A detailed examination of the forms
Beginners learn correct letterforms. Experienced learn to fine tune.
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How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
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DAYS
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HOURS
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MINS
00
SECS
How this will work:
- This is a prerecorded class.
- You will have instant access upon registering.
- Includes closed captioning in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, and Japanese (others by request).
- All handouts, links and recordings are found in the course portal.
- Includes ongoing access to the Student Artboard, our community forum.
About Suzanne:
Suzanne Cunningham needs no introduction to many of us in the calligraphy community! With 27 years of experience, her skill and grace constantly wow us. Suzanne offers commissioned calligraphy services and teaches workshops as well as private lessons. Most recently, Suzanne served as Co-Editor of the Speedball Textbook, 25th Edition.
@suzcunningham
LearnCalligraphy.com classes are hosted by Kestrel Montes. Aside from serving her own clients, Kestrel is perhaps better known for creating innovative tools and resources for the calligraphy community. Kestrel's own success as a professional artist paired with her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership, gives her a unique skill set to create quality educational opportunities and enhance professional community building.
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