Workshop: Beginner Calligraphy

Join us for a Workshop: Saturday, February 28th!

Attendees will learn beginner calligraphy techniques. 

Join Calligraphy Artist Joan Dobrin at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village for a beginner session on calligraphy. This beginner-level calligraphy class will introduce three different varieties of pens and markers that will demonstrate how fun this new skill is to learn. Students will experience exciting ways of learning the basics of hand calligraphy. Participants will learn to produce various types of letters that are thin, thick, straight, slanted, curvy, and classic. Instructor Joan Dobrin will provide worksheets and tracing paper. Participants will leave with the knowledge to help master lettering with practice. The following calligraphy pens and their use will be covered:  

 
  • Micron Pen (Students will receive one Micron Pen to take home)
  • Dual Brush Pen (Students will receive one Dual Brush Pen to take home)
  • Pilot Pen (Students will borrow pens from Instructor for use during the learning session)

 

Workshop: Beginner Calligraphy
Saturday, February 28th
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm 

$38.50 Non-Members; $33.50 Members

ADMISSION INCLUDES: 

• Beginner Calligraphy Workshop

• Supplies

PLEASE NOTE: 

• Pre-registration is required, as space is limited.

ABOUT JOAN DOBRIN:

In a world in which the written word has become digitized and automated, Joan Dobrin is one of very few Western New York artists specializing in traditional hand scribed calligraphy. 
 
Joan’s art career began in her late 20’s after she received her BFA in Fine Arts from SUNY University at Buffalo. After graduating from college, she taught art for five years as an instructor of adult education classes in 10 different locations throughout WNY. An exhibit entitled "Older Adults Exploring The Arts" at the Albright Knox Gallery was a hit for the whole community to see. It was a highlight of Joan's life.
Over the years, Joan experimented with several types of art in which she discovered an affinity for calligraphy. Once she picked up a pen and made her first few strokes, the rest was history. Perfecting her trade every chance she got, Joan began doing calligraphy projects for family and friends, growing what started as a hobby into her own business. And, despite never being a football fan, she even had the opportunity to do Jim and Jill Kelly’s wedding invitations! 
 
Her calligraphy flourishes in many forms, including wedding invitations, spirit filled art, photographs with calligraphy, and even personalized custom pieces of art with quotes, poems, or heartfelt messages. 
 

Visit Joan Dobrin online. 

 

For the safety of our guests and resident farm animals, dogs and other pets are not permitted. Service animals are welcome.
 
Refund Policy: No refunds will be made for those unable to attend the events/programs purchased. Please double-check the date and time before purchasing. In the event BNHV cancels an event/program, all ticketholders will receive a full refund.

 

Attendees must follow all instructions from BNHV representatives, including staff, volunteers, and other representatives. Non-compliance with safety procedures will result in the immediate removal of the visitor. In the event of an eviction from the event, no refunds will be given.

Date & Time

2:00pm to 4:00pm on February 28, 2026

Cost

$33.50 BNHV Members $38.50 Non-Members

Organizer

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village

Phone: (716) 689-1440

Email: guestservices@bnhv.org

Website: bnhv.org

Location

Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village

3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd, Amherst, NY 14228

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