Do I need prior calligraphy experience?

No experience required—this Intro to Modern Brush Calligraphy is designed for beginners and those refreshing fundamentals.

Are materials provided?

Yes. Instructors supply brush pens, paper, exemplar sheets, and a take-home project kit.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be 21 or older, per the workshop policy.

The meeting point is Keppel & Kismet Studio, as listed in your booking confirmation.

How large are classes?

Class size is capped at 16 to keep instruction focused and allow for individualized feedback.

Can I keep practicing after class?

Absolutely—your take-home kit and instructor suggestions are designed to build a weekly practice habit.

Modern Brush Calligraphy Workshop at Keppel & Kismet Studio — Baltimore Hands-On Class

Keppel & Kismet Studio sits in Baltimore, Maryland, and hosts an Intro to Modern Brush Calligraphy workshop that turns blank paper into confident letterforms. In a three‑hour, hands‑on session led by Brittany DeNovellis of Novel Letter Studio, students of all levels learn brush strokes, letter rhythm, and how to compose simple words. The workshop unfolds at Keppel & Kismet Studio, a light-filled room arranged around a communal table, stocked with brush pens, practice pads, exemplar sheets, and a small take-home project to cement techniques. What you’ll experience is practical and tactile: instructors demonstrate pressure and release on modern brush pens, students practice basic strokes and individual letters, then build toward short words and a finished piece to take home. All materials are provided, so you can arrive curious and leave with the tools and confidence to continue practicing at home. The class size is capped at 16, which keeps attention personalized without feeling formal; the minimum age is 21, making this a grown-up creative evening or afternoon in the city. This workshop stands out in Baltimore’s creative landscape because it pairs classroom structure with studio warmth. Rather than a large, lecture-style craft class, the session emphasizes muscle memory and small corrections — the kind of detail work that separates charming lettering from clean modern calligraphy. Brittany DeNovellis brings a contemporary sensibility through Novel Letter Studio’s sequences and templates, and the take-home kit ensures your practice can continue after the class ends. Practical notes: the meeting point is Keppel & Kismet Studio; expect three hours of seated, low-impact activity. No prior experience is required. Bring patience and a willingness to slow your hand; instructors supply pens, paper, and exemplars. This is well suited for a creative date, a solo afternoon of skill-building, or a team outing for small groups. Why book: beyond learning a new craft, the class connects you to Baltimore’s hands-on maker community and offers a compact, productive way to leave the city with both a new skill and a physical piece of work. Whether you want to address envelopes with flair, create personalized gifts, or simply enjoy a focused creative practice, the Intro to Modern Brush Calligraphy at Keppel & Kismet Studio is a practical, artful entry point into contemporary lettering. Participants often report immediate progress after guided drills, and instructors offer tailored follow-up suggestions to build a weekly practice habit. The atmosphere is casual but focused: quiet music, stacks of exemplar sheets, and room for curveball creativity when a student experiments with color or spacing. If you plan to gift your finished piece, bring a simple frame or ask about local framing recommendations; instructors can advise on paper care and basic mounting for display and shipping tips.

About Keppel and Kismet LLC

Keppel and Kismet LLC is a Baltimore-based creative studio and workshop host that offers hands-on crafting experiences for beginners and experienced makers alike. The business runs seasonal and themed workshops including wood sign painting, chunky knit projects, and traditional textile techniques. Sessions are led by experienced instructors who guide participants through design selection, material preparation, and finishing techniques in a supportive, small-group setting.

Offerings include monthly wood sign workshops where attendees design, paint, and personalize wooden signs; chunky knit workshops that teach hand-knitting with super-soft yarn or without needles for blankets and seasonal pumpkins; and a two-day Introduction to Sashiko and Visible Mending focused on repair, texture, and slow-fashion practices. Keppel and Kismet also provides private workshops tailored for groups such as Coracle Baltimore members, with access to a full design library and personalized options.

The studio emphasizes accessibility and creativity: no prior experience is required for most sessions, materials are provided, and projects are suitable for gifts or home decor. Workshops foster community connections and tangible takeaways while teaching practical skills in an encouraging environment. Located in Baltimore, Maryland, Keppel and Kismet operates with clear scheduling, group sizes designed for hands-on attention, and a teaching approach that balances instruction with individual creative choice. Participants leave with finished pieces, new skills, and a reinforced appreciation for mindful crafting. The business’s programming supports sustainable practices like visible mending and mindful textile use, reinforcing a commitment to long-lasting, thoughtful handmade goods. Class sizes and schedules are posted on the business website regularly.