Students' Reviews

Calligraphy workshops

Pleasant experience! Good directions to the studio, it was easy to find. Also instructor was very friendly and very thoughtful, always coming by every individual to check on how we are doing and giving tips on how to improve.
September 2016

It was very detailed. And the basics were emphasized on, which is very good. I can now write in a fancier way when I have to leave messages in some celebrations.
September 2016

Nice and cosy environment, very thoughtful to provide drinks and snacks. Very good instructor, attentive to every student. Enjoyed the workshop alot! Good job! Hope to attend more workshops from you next time. Thanks!!!
September 2016 

Gave me a good foundation to start with and from there I am able to improvise and find my own style of writing. Would love to attend other similar workshops in future!
October 2015

It was my first calligraphy class so a lot of things learnt was very beneficial to me!
September 2015

I bought a course from ... and the material also helps learner go thru the alphabet and discuss different materials. A big diff to this class: the instructor's correction of my grip made a huge difference to my writing experience. I didn't even realise how scratchy my writing was til she corrected me! Made me realise how incredibly smooth and stress-free calligraphy writing can be when the right grip is used. The instructor provided a lot of assurance which helped minimised anxiety for a dip pen noob like me when picking up the pen holder and actually writing calligraphy for the first time. Before this, my only calligraphic experience is doing 1 set of alphabet using faux pas calligraphy at home. I'm thankful for the patience and good cheer. Friendly environment which the teachers had a big part in :) encourages learners (me at least) to keep writing! Great starting point for a complete beginner. Love the studio environment surrounded by inspirational calligraphic works; it maybe small but clean and cosy! Teachers were patient, friendly and so generous with their sharing of tips and advice about calligraphy. A definite thumbs up!
September 2015

I joined this workshop with the intention of addressing my wedding invitation cards and I have been putting the skills learnt to good use. I have also received compliments on the calligraphed cards and it gives me a sense of satisfaction.
September 2015

Because I've always felt that learning calligraphy is also a spiritual experience that trains us modern folks to take a step back from the rat race and find some peace in the old ways of doing things.
September 2015

Ruth was very clear and helpful in her teachings. She was also very informative about the different tools needed to do calligraphy. She has also been very good in helping to correct my hand when I don't notice the mistake i make in holding my pen.
September 2015

Understanding the basics of the writing improved my posture and the patience I have towards my own hand writing. A wonderful skill to have. Ruth is a very patient teacher who leads us gently and did not pressure us even with the time constrain. In fact, she had extended the lesson so that the class would finish with completion on the expense of her own lunch time. Extremely grateful to Ruth for that. 
September 2015

Ruth was really patient in teaching. Even though the class overran, she did not rush us to finish our work. The materials she provided were of good quality and was very generous. The studio was relatively cosy. The class setting was very open and we get fed with food yumz!!! Hope to be back for another class!
September 2015

There was sufficient one-to-one attention & instructions on how to improve were specific to each individual.
September 2015

Ruth, that was a great session! I enjoyed myself and doing modern calligraphy has opened up a new avenue for me as I can see it's practical value. It's a beautiful way of expressing yourself and lends a personal touch to things you do. I intend to use it for writing handwritten thank-you notes and invitation cards. I am always thankful for the opportunity to be able to create something with my hands; have never been an arty person in school and I suck at drawing and painting. So this is a fantastic way to express myself creatively without straining my limited artistic ability:) Thank you!
July 2015

Ruth is a great instructor! She explains concepts and skills very clearly. This is a very good class for a beginner picking up calligraphy. Ruth gave lots of tips and tricks, such as where to find materials locally.
July 2015

The workshop is good. Instructions and step by step was clear. Ruth also recommended books and recommendations on where to get materials if needed. She also mentioned that she can give advice even after out of the classroom, which is great. She's also very positive and encouraging. Overall, I think the workshop was well worth the money and I am glad I went home happy and with a new skill.
July 2015

the teacher was very approachable
July 2015

i particularly liked that we started promptly at 10am and that the class size is kept to a minimal. ruth is approachable & is also very kind to share her knowledge + where she gets her supplies from! good job! also, she is patient in teaching her students! :]
July 2015

To be fair, I had neutral expectations about the class. But Ruth was a fantastic teacher and made the class enriching, enjoyable and not as daunting as I thought it would be. It was unnatural to learn how to write at first but she was thoroughly encouraging which really took the edge off. Most importantly, I appreciated her generosity in sharing her knowledge and materials. One specific example was letting us experiment with her expensive gold pigments. Other people may have reserved such paint for their personal use, so it surprised me that she was so generous to share with first timers like us. Moreover, she brought out her other personal tools for us to try out which I thought really brought the class to another level. I had always wanted to learn calligraphy but thought was a daunting and difficult thing to learn and need a large time commitment. I am glad I signed up for the class as it was the complete opposite. I look forward to perfecting what I learnt so that it will come in handy for my letter & card writing which I do quite often. It will really give my work a more professional edge. Ruth is an excellent and generous teacher. The extra mile she goes and how warm and open she is to spread the love of calligraphy is evident. Even after the class, she opens up to any questions we may have. I think her passion is contagious and will benefit anyone who wants to learn. Looking forward to more classes!
June 2015

Ruth was very patient and detailed in her instructions during the calligraphy workshop. The personalised filing and materials were all well prepared, and the basics was taught clearly to all participants. It was an enjoyable workshop :)  Instructor Ruth was also very friendly and detailed in her teachings. For friends who are interested in crafts and such I think they will be able to enjoy this workshop very much.
March 2015