Learn Brush Pen and Pointed Pen Modern Calligraphy

With DIY craft kit delivered to you

Know which calligraphy tool works better for you by learning both!



1.5 hours Class size 5 to 10 guests   $110 (Afterpay available)

How it works


Request your preferred time
We'll send a ClassBento Box to you (a craft kit with what you'll need). Shipping is free, and you'll get your box delivered in time for your class. We ship nationwide.
Enjoy the online class - after booking, you'll get a link to join the interactive class.
Have you always wanted to learn calligraphy but feel overwhelmed with the many different tools to beautify letters?
From a beginners point of view, learning calligraphy can be very intimidating with the number of resources and different types of tools available on the internet. But this workshop will help you learn the very basics of modern calligraphy using two most common calligraphy tools: pointed pen AND brush pen!
This 90-minute live online workshop includes:
  • How to set up your materials and how to use them properly
  • An in-depth lesson on the fundamentals of modern calligraphy
  • Demonstration and practise of the basic strokes of calligraphy
  • How the basic strokes help in creating better letter formation
  • Demonstration of the lower case letters of the alphabet
  • Calligraphy resources
What better way to begin your calligraphy journey learning both brush and pointed pen modern calligraphy in this online workshop. Make new 'calligrafriends' and join the creative community!
What you'll get in your craft kit
  • Modern Calligraphy Deconstructed Workbook
  • Pen holder
  • Nib
  • Jar of ink
  • Brush pen
Knowledge required
Absolutely perfect for calligraphy beginners, but all levels are welcome!
What you'll need
You are welcome to provide your own pen holder, nib, a jar of ink, brush pen, and calligraphy practice paper! You can simply select the "Class only" option, and a digital copy of the workbook will be sent to your email.
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Recent reviews of Learn Brush Pen and Pointed Pen Modern Calligraphy

  • 5/5 from Ingrid Palmer, attended Aug 2022: Thanks icy - I really enjoyed this workshop - it has given me a great overview of elements of modern calligraphy so I can practise and build my skill with more confidence now, also provided lots of valuable tips and insights that will help make the most of learning. Recommend this class to anyone who would like to get started with calligraphy - for any reason!
  • 5/5 from Tony Hoang, attended Jul 2022: A nice opener into the world of calligraphy. Icy provided all the essentials to get you started on your calligraphy journey.
  • 5/5 from Sandie Edwards, attended Jul 2022: Had oodles of fun as always, in a great class by Icy. Much more confident in my writing and happy with what I have learned in all the classes I've taken!
  • 3/5 from Anne Liebeck, attended Jul 2022: I would suggest more instruction in the goodies box on how to put the oblique pen together and how far to dip into the ink an how to prime the nib for example, which would of saved a lot of time in class going over it. Maybe even a link to a how to video and on basic strokes which would leave more time for practical lettering instruction and review of work.
  • 5/5 from Rebecca Vella, attended Apr 2022: Thoroughly enjoyed this class - Icy was great at explaining and going through key points. Set up for zoom was great - easily can see what she is doing. Walked away with confidence I can actually do this - even with no skill in Brush pen or calligraphy. Highly recommend this class. Great beginners class.
  • 5/5 from Megan, attended Mar 2022: This class was very interesting & fun & Icy is a good teacher with lots of interesting info, the equipment is excellent but it is rather expensive if your just wanting to try it for the first time to just give it a go. I would suggest using any cheap brush pen & buy the 'class only'. If your a little more experienced and/or really into learning writing styles then this is totally the class for you.
  • 5/5 from Toni-Maree Greenhill, attended Mar 2022: Very easy to follow online and great tutor. Would recommend to others Thanks heaps Icy
  • 5/5 from Jo Kasturi, attended Mar 2022: Great session- really benefitted from watching an expert work up close. Thank you so much Icy!
  • 5/5 from Rachel Resnekov, attended Mar 2022: Excellent class. Learnt alot from Icy and the resources that were prepared were well thought out :)
  • 5/5 from Alex Ryan, attended Mar 2022: Awesome demo, great tools, well done. Love your work hand writing. Would attend another if offered.
  • 5/5 from Julie Rudes, attended Mar 2022: Great class! Casual direction and very useful tips. I'd to an advanced course if available Thanks Icy!
  • 5/5 from Toni Hobbs, attended Mar 2022: Really informative. Learning the different elements was great. Can’t wait to practice today’s class
  • 4/5 from Leonie George, attended Mar 2022: I enjoyed this class with Icy. Icy was friendly and explained the basics which was easy to follow and how to correct common mistakes when first learning.
  • 5/5 from Emma Launder, attended Nov 2021: The class was exactly what I was looking for - an introduction to calligraphy that allowed me to get the feel for using both a brush pen and a pointed pen. Icy explained and demonstrated the different types of strokes and we would follow and practise as well. She mentioned common FAQ's, beginner mistakes and tips/tricks along the way which was really helpful. By the end of the class I felt like I had learnt enough to be able to practise independently.
  • 5/5 from Bee Hauzaree, attended Nov 2021: Icy is a friendly, very approachable and talented teacher, as well as a calligraphist! Her passion and verbal skills to conduct a class made it a very enjoyable experience. Would recommend Icy and her course, to anyone wanting to learn or gain an understanding into the wonderful art form and expressionism of calligraphy…
  • 5/5 from Susan Tuyau, attended Oct 2021: Icy made all the steps very easy to follow. Gave us so many tips and hints on how we can improve with practice. The time passed very quickly and before we know it time was up Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Ã¥lison, attended Oct 2021: Icy is a great teacher, and so passionate about calligraphy! The workshop was a gift - I had no idea I would enjoy it so much. I look forward to practising and using my new skills. A very relaxing hobby.
  • 5/5 from Ella Madden, attended Oct 2021: I really loved this class with Icy! She breaks down the steps really clearly and is such a lovely teacher. I also love how she combined pointed and brush pen so we could try both. Would recommend to anyone who’s interested in calligraphy but not sure where to start
  • 5/5 from Charlotte McKewen, attended Oct 2021: Icy's class was phenomenal! I joined with my flatmate and we spent a lovely Saturday morning learning how to master the calligraphy basics. We got so addicted we spent another couple of hours doing some more after the class finished and pulled out our calligraphy tools the next day too. Would highly recommend this class to anyone! Icy is fantastic.
  • 5/5 from Karina Corr, attended Oct 2021: I really enjoyed the brush pen and pointed pen class. It was good to try both pens techniques in the same class, quite different, but fun. Great and clear teaching from Icy. Thank you.
  • 5/5 from Chrissie Maus, attended Oct 2021: Absolutely loved it! Fantastic entry level class for those starting out. Basic principles are drilled in and the teacher is just beautiful
  • 5/5 from Karen Fisher, attended Oct 2021: Icy has a great style to her teaching that makes concepts easier to grasp. The pace was good and the main points were all covered in depth, as well as tailored extras that the students brought up. Icy is friendly and open in her discussions and always ready to answer questions. Really enjoyed the course, learnt some great things and can't wait to start using this new skill!
  • 5/5 from Emily H, attended Aug 2021: I loved Icy’s way of breaking down all of the strokes and how they transform into each letter. She took her time for everyone to grasp everything and I loved being able to compare brush pens to ink nibbed pens as I’d only used the latter before!
  • 5/5 from Melanie Young, attended Aug 2021: I took this class on a Saturday during Sydney's lockdown. It was exciting to receive the kit a few days prior to the class and great to be able to learn something new from the safety & comfort of home. Icy is very sweet - slowly explaining things to us and also explaining techniques and styles that she prefers and why. The camera set up from Icy is also good - right over her hands so you can see exactly what she is doing. I found the brush pen more difficult to use than the pointed pen so would love to learn more about brush lettering.
  • 5/5 from Laurelle Vingoe, attended Aug 2021: Icy is an excellent presenter and very talented. She gave plenty of time for practice and was great at explaining all parts and processes
  • 5/5 from Lois Hanlon, attended Aug 2021: The class was great! It was relaxed and informative and good value for money. Icy was very friendly and explained everything perfectly.
  • 5/5 from Ida Lawrance, attended Aug 2021: I learnt so much in such a short space of time. Icy wanted us to have all of the basics so we could continue on our own. Thank you Icy
  • 5/5 from Jenny Ross, attended May 2021: Really enjoyed the lesson. Icy was patient and showed the basics. Need to do lots of practice now but a good start. Thank you.
  • 4/5 from Jenny Nguyen, attended May 2021: The teacher was really nice and went through the workbook with us, however I felt that it was a little bit rushed and I felt that I wasn't able to ask for a lot of feedback. It was interesting to try out the pointed pen although a bit tricky to make it pretty.
  • 5/5 from Amy Kew, attended Feb 2021: Icy was such a fantastic teacher. Her explanation was wonderful, and she was so resourceful on where to pick up our own items when we need to re-buy them! I cant wait to do more classes with her, her teaching style was just fantastic. I felt so luxurious with the set she sent me, which made me even more excited to learn!Can’t rave about it enough! :) thank you Icy!
  • 5/5 from Carolyn Boer, attended Jan 2021: So much fun and I learnt new stuff too. I really liked that I could ask questions. Lots to practice now!
  • 5/5 from Florentia Anindita, attended Jan 2021: This class is great for a beginner, and the best part is we learn how to do it with a pointed pen and brush pen at once. Icy is a great teacher, very patient, and the class is very easy to follow even though we do it in zoom class. Definitely we need more self-practice because this short class only covers the basic technique. But the practice module surely will help a lot.
  • 5/5 from Jocielle Arevalo, attended Jan 2021: Icy's Brush Pen and Pointed Pen Modern Calligraphy class was perfect for beginners! She went through the information at a steady pace and everything she shared tied in together once we started practicing. I personally liked how she shared different variations of different letters, including ones she didn't normally gravitate to in her own work.
  • 5/5 from Lydia Saputra, attended Jan 2021: Awesome class for calligraphy beginners. We learned the fundamentals principles in calligraphy using both brush pen and pointed pen. We also got to experiment with different lettering styles. The class also comes with a workbook so we can continue to practice! Thanks Icy
  • 4/5 from Oona Phillips, attended Jan 2021: Icy took time to assist attendee with zoom issues, and we covered all techniques in time allocated.
  • 5/5 from Marieke Kleynhans, attended Dec 2020: What a great class and great quality products! Thank you for teaching me all these new skills that I still use and practice months later!
  • 5/5 from Laurel Castiglio, attended Dec 2020: I really enjoyed the class! It has motivated me to practice & improve my technique. Thanks Icy!
  • 5/5 from Noha Gad, attended Oct 2020: This is my first time learning calligraphy. And I really enjoyed it so much. And we got to learn so much in short time. I highly recommend this class. So much fun and wonderful time. Thanks alot Icy.
  • 5/5 from Carer Vmch, attended Oct 2020: We have done Icy's workshops several times now and we will continue to book with her. Her teaching style is warm, thorough, friendly and relaxing.
  • 5/5 from Rosemary Martin, attended Sep 2020: Great class, covered all the basics and sets you up to go on independently. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Belinda Abdelmalak, attended Aug 2020: I thought Icy’s class was excellent. I had already done a bit of calligraphy before so thought it may be too basic for what I wanted but learnt so much, plenty of opportunity to ask questions and very informative. Thanks so much. Can’t wait to get practising!
  • 5/5 from Laura Hose, attended Aug 2020: Found it really mindful & a safe place to learn. I improved over the hour & was a great place to start
  • 5/5 from Kirthika Kannan, attended Aug 2020: The class was amazing! Icy is excellent- so patient and encouraging. Her instructions were very helpful and the class worked great even though it had to be done online due to COVID. Definitely recommend :)
  • 5/5 from Shani Wong, attended Jul 2020: Joyce is lovely an patient teacher, always there to help and respond to questionz. I dint know I could paint and I really enjoyed it. Lovely venue at Mont Albert too.
Your teacher

Icy Icaro
Icy Icaro

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female Women-owned

Growing up, I have always been into arts and crafts. But when I got married in 2017, I enjoyed DIY-ing our wedding signages, envelope addressing, place cards and decorations, it awakened a dormant creative passion inside of my soul.
The same year, I started bullet journaling which also gave me the opportunity to explore other aspects of creativity like botanical illustrations.
Combining bullet journaling, calligraphy and floral illustrations have helped me grow as a creative and I am fortunate enough to share my passions through reaching workshops and doing commission work.

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