Tradition Meets Expression: Gothic & Freestyle Italics

with Barry Morentz & Gurpreet Singh

In this rare back-to-back offering, two powerhouse calligraphers bring vastly different, equally inspiring approaches to the letterform arts.

Day One enter the vibrant, experimental world of Gurpreet Singh (aka @CalligraphyMadness).

Known for his bold, kinetic freestyle Italics, Gurpreet brings movement, flair, and unexpected rhythm to the page.

You’ll break the rules—on purpose—and discover how freedom within the Italic form can lead to dramatic, eye-catching compositions.

Day Two: Master calligrapher Barry Morentz, whose deeply formal, refined Gothic hands are the result of decades of precise practice.

Under his expert guidance, you’ll experiment with subtle and dramatic variations in scale, speed, execution, and pen manipulation, resulting in a rich cornucopia of expressive blackletter.

Barry’s focus on structure and control offers a deep dive into the elegance and discipline of the Gothic tradition.

Together, these two sessions provide a full-spectrum experience: from the timeless gravitas of Gothic to the rebellious spirit of freestyle Italics.

Whether you're a formalist, a free spirit, or somewhere in between, this one-day intensive promises to stretch your hand, your eye, and your imagination.

This Workshop is For You If:

- You love Italic scripts and want to learn variations and how to use them

- You crave the sophisticated pen manipulation techniques of master calligraphers

- You're ready to push beyond basic lettering into true calligraphic artistry

Tradition Meets Expression: Gothic & Freestyle Italics

with Barry Morentz & Gurpreet Singh

Oct 29 & 30

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