Amazing Grace, A Calligraphy Adventure

Amazing Grace is perhaps the most loved hymn of all time. A dramatic story of hope and redemption, the lyrics were written by John Newton, in 1772, as his own spiritual transformation was occurring. Join Kathy on this creative and spiritual journey as we bring Amazing Grace to life! Learn the mysterious and powerful story behind the written words which seem fitting in any age. They remind us that we are never lost, because God is always working in our lives:

Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound

That saved a wretch like me

I once was lost, but now am found

Was blind, but now I see!

‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear

And grace my fears relieved

How precious did that grace appear

The hour I first believed!

Participants will focus on the creation of this beautiful composition, as you are carefully guided through each step from beginning to end! You will learn a variety of integrated techniques in this monochromatic watercolor study, including:

Gradient watercolor washes

Creating tone, value and contrast

Color mixing, blending and lifting

Lettering and/or handwritten text

Writing on a curve

Drawn and painted Versal letters

Ornamental filigree

Writing and highlighting with white ink

Graphite sketching and shading

Sparkly special effects & finishing touches

Come and experience the transformative power of words through creativity and art, with the ultimate goal of using our creativity to honor our Creator!

This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days and begins Sunday night at
5:30 pm with a dinner for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop
introduction and conference which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday
morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.

 Commuter: Workshop + Daily Lunch and Dinner: $660.00
 Resident: Workshop + Daily Meal Package* + Shared Room: $985.00
 Private Room: Workshop + Daily Meal Package* + Private Room: $1135.00

*Hot Breakfast, 2-course Lunch, 3-course Dinner, and snacks.
For more reservation details, contact us at: (860) 536-0565

Workshop Materials:

A $100 materials fee is included in the cost of this workshop.

All materials used in this workshop will be pre-ordered and made available to students in the classroom by the instructor.

All other equipment and art supplies are property of the Enders Island Sacred Art Institute.

Please call the office for more information: (860) 536-0565