Hand Calligraphy Styles for custom Work

Workshops, Online Video or Skype Classes and Private Classes for beginners and professionals. A masterful teacher, Karen Gorst has a contagious enthusiasm and extensive background in calligraphic and illumination history and technique. The Studio's mission is to ensure that calligraphy and brilliant illumination thrive in the 21st century. Read More

Karen Gorst’s passion for research and recovering medieval art techniques has given medieval historians, codicologist and book conservators a live 'medieval' artisan to interview. Museum staff, universities and artisanal centers find her a valuable consultant, curator and educator. Read More

The New York Illuminator and Calligrapher: "Made in New York," (Rizzoli 2012). Specializing in custom books and documents The Studio uses gold leaf, hand-ground ink and paint on paper or parchment. Of course, we also offer a full range of wedding and bar mitzvah services.    Read More