SUMMARY
During this 90-minute program, patrons will learn about how people wrote during the colonial period; what they wrote with and wrote on. Using a projector, I will share pictures of famous colonists, their desks and writing. Samples will range from Phillis Wheatley to George Washington to John Hancock. Next, all the participants will learn how to set up their own writing desk, paper, nibs and ink. Lettering samples and instructions will be provided so participants can write in cursive with dip nib and ink. The end goal is to create a signature for themselves that is inspired by  signatures from colonial times.

ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM TITLE
Learn to write your name like John Hancock.

DETAILS
For a 90-minute program, starting cost is: $300
Block booking available, details below
Class size: 30
Cost includes all materials
Appropriate for adults, teens and middle school students

In-person only

Mileage reimbursement fee from my studio in North Granby, Connecticut, to the class location and back. I follow the IRS mileage reimbursement rate.

BLOCK BOOKING
Additional programs on the same day are $200. Please add mileage costs between locations.

WHAT I NEED FROM THE LIBRARY
*Tables for patrons, 4 patrons per 6’ table. No circle tables please
*2 Tables for presenter set up and display
*Easel
*Projector that can attach to my computer (USB-C port): I will share a brief slide show as well as project writing with a nib and ink so everyone can see how it is done
*Screen for the projector

WHAT I WILL PROVIDE
This program requires more equipment than other library programs I present. I will bring:
*Handouts
*Slant boards
*Prop for boards
*Oblique holders for pencil
*Oblique holders for nib
*Straight holders for nib lefties
*Straight pencils lefties
*Nikko G nibs
*Ink in tiny containers
*Stable ink holders
*Paper for writing on
*Table coverings reusable
*Large replicas of the Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights and the US Constitution 

DESCRIPTION FOR MARKETING
Who was the calligrapher that wrote the Declaration of Independence? How did they write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style?  Can I write like they did? We will explore these questions and more in this hands-on 90-minute program with calligrapher, Debby Reelitz. Participants will get the opportunity to write in script, use a dip nib and ink and scribe a line from the Declaration of Independence.

ABOUT DEBBY:
For almost 30 years, Debby Reelitz has been a professional calligrapher, creating awards, gifts, commissions, chalkboards, writing on walls, engraving, teaching and much more. She lives in North Granby, Connecticut. Information can be found at her website: https://letteringdesign.com

I’m happy to answer questions. I’ve thrown out a lot of information!
860-550-3002