Majestic Majuscules

Six Live & Recorded 2-Hour Drawing & Painting Sessions

Fridays; JULY 11 - AUG 15, 2025
10:00am - 12:00pm Pacific Time US & Canada

Ready to give your capital letters a bold new voice?

Join Risa for an inspiring 6-week online course that dives into the majestic world of 9th-century Spanish capitals—fresh from medieval manuscripts and bursting with expressive potential.

Discover a treasure trove of decorative 9th century capitals that pair beautifully with traditional Hands like Uncial, Carolingian, Textura.

Each week, you’ll explore unique historical styles—your creative "ingredients"— to elevate your lettering art from traditional to truly extraordinary.

Whether you're faithfully recreating historic forms or mixing things up with your own palette and flair, your creativity will be celebrated every step of the way.

Choose one or several majuscules each week to replicate or alter to meet your whimsy.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• 6 weekly selections of beautiful 9th c. Spanish capitals

• Encouragement to adapt, play, and personalize your designs 

• Personalized feedback on homework (via email)

• Optional one-on-one Zoom tutorials

• Weekly Monday evening Open Studio sessions to connect and share

• Demos plus tips and tricks are discussed during class and Open Studio sessions.

• Full access to all class recordings—no expiration!

Each session includes a show-and-share slideshow featuring your work and that of your international classmates—a truly motivating and enriching experience!

No lettering experience necessary.
Access to recorded videos does not expire.

SIGN UP THIS WEEK to participate in this Friday's session. (Pre-class work required).

Download supply list below.