Schedule – Autumn 2026
Peannairí, the Association of Irish Calligraphers, has been offering classes in calligraphy and associated skills for over 30 years.
We sincerely hope you enjoy your experience with us! Just click the desired link below to be view the class details.
Introduction to Copperplate
Introduction to Italic Calligraphy
Introduction to Copperplate
A series of 8 classes will be held on Tuesday evenings.
Tutor: Noeleen Frain
Class Dates:
- September 22nd, 2026
- September 29th, 2026
- October 6th, 2026
- October 27th, 2026
- November 3rd, 2026
- November 17th, 2026
- December 1st, 2026
- December 15th, 2026
Time: From 7pm to 8:30pm
Venue: Holy Cross Church Parish Centre, Main Street, Dundrum, D14 K820, close to Dundrum Shopping Centre.
There is parking beside the Church Parish Centre and also in the nearby Shopping Centre. There are good transport links, as Dundrum is on the Green Luas line and is served by several bus routes.
Cost:
Peannairí members: €100
Non-members: €135 (includes 18 months membership until March 31st, 2028)
Brief outline and materials
These classes are suitable for improvers and more advanced students in calligraphy, but you don’t need to have previous experience with copperplate.
Tools and materials:
- Copperplate Pen Holders & Nibs will be available to purchase on the first night of class.
- Parker Black Quink Ink – available in stationary shops
- A3 marker pad, a metal ruler and 2 HB PENCILS.
- Paper towels / J cloths etc.
Payment:
Introduction to Italic Calligraphy
A series of 8 classes will be held on Tuesday evenings.
Tutor: Jane Connolly
Class Dates:
- September 22nd, 2026
- September 29th, 2026
- October 6th, 2026
- October 20th, 2026
- October 27th, 2026
- November 3rd, 2026
- November 24th, 2026
- December 1st, 2026
Time: From 7pm to 8:30pm
Venue: Holy Cross Church Parish Centre, Main Street, Dundrum, D14 K820, close to Dundrum Shopping Centre.
There is parking beside the Church Parish Centre and also in the nearby Shopping Centre. There are good transport links, as Dundrum is on the Green Luas line and is served by several bus routes.
Cost:
Peannairí members: €100
Non-members: €135 (includes 18 months membership until March 31st, 2028)
Brief outline and materials:
This Introduction to Italic Calligraphy course is designed for beginners who have no previous experience of calligraphy and also for improvers who may have attended previous classes.
It will include letter proportions, achieving writing rhythm and using a pen with a broad nib which we use to achieve thick and thin lines.
Tools and materials
- Pilot Parallel Pen with a 3.8mm nib.
- A3 size Layout Pads or Marker Pads, however the paper must be bleed proof. Layout pads have semi-transparent paper which can be used with guidelines underneath.
- Pencil
- Ruler
Evans Art Supplies, Meetinghouse Lane, Dublin 7, is one shop that should have all these materials.
Payment: