Michael Sull
Pointed Pen Flourishing
(Class size 40 People)
Flourishing is not decoration.
It’s control, rhythm, and confidence made visible.
In this class, you’ll learn how to create pointed pen flourishes that feel intentional, balanced, and alive, not stiff, crowded, or accidental.
Michael breaks down the structure behind beautiful flourishing, showing you how curves, spacing, and movement work together to support the letters rather than overpower them.
You’ll explore how to build flourishes from simple forms, extend and modify strokes, and integrate flourishing naturally into words and compositions.
The focus is on clarity, flow, and elegance, so your flourishes enhance your work instead of competing with it.
Best suited for students with some pointed pen experience, especially Spencerian.
Michael Sull
Pointed Pen Flourishing
Oct 22 & 23
Ornamental Penmanship
Oct 24 & 35
Ornamental Penmanship
(Class size 20 People)
Create the elegant capitals, flourishing, and decorative compositions that define great American penmanship, without guessing, copying, or overworking your lines.
We’ll break down what “ornamental” really means, how to design with letterforms, and how to use shading, line work, and colour to create depth, balance, and visual impact.
Drawing on nearly fifty years of professional experience, this course turns complex techniques into clear, achievable steps.
Expect demonstrations, guided practice, and mini projects designed to help you actually use what you learn.
Yes, you can do this.
Best suited for students with some pointed pen experience, especially Spencerian, though motivated beginners are welcome.
If you’re ready to move beyond writing letters and start creating work that commands attention, this class delivers.
Michael Sull
Italic Variations and Glorious Blooms
Oct 22 & 23
Edged Brush Florals and the Abstract:
Oct 24 & 35
The Hand You’ll Learn From:
Michael Sull is an IAMPETH Master Penman and one of the world’s most respected authorities on American penmanship.
He is especially known for his mastery of Spencerian and American Cursive, and for making historic writing systems feel relevant, readable, and achievable today.
After his presidency, Ronald Reagan selected Michael as his calligrapher, a testament to the precision, elegance, and trust his work inspires.
Widely regarded as one of America’s foremost living penmen, Michael is the author of Spencerian Script and Ornamental Penmanship, Learning to Write Spencerian Script, and American Cursive Handwriting.
He also produces respected instructional materials and period-style oblique dip pens for penmen who value tradition, craftsmanship, and writing well.
Best For:
Students interested in historic American scripts with practical, modern application and Artists looking to strengthen consistency, rhythm, and letter connections and have their handwriting to look intentional, confident, and quietly beautiful.