For the past two decades, Laura Hooper has been perfecting the ancient art of calligraphy, ultimately starting Laura Hooper Calligraphy from a studio in Alexandria, where she handcrafts custom stationary, wedding invitations, signage and more. And, since its inception in 2002, the company has garnered a following of over 250,000 individuals on Instagram, added workshops to the offerings and developed into a family business with the addition of Alyssa Law, Hooper’s sister, who now serves as director of operations.
While the sibling duo’s in-person calligraphy courses have come to a halt, beginners and experts alike still have the chance to improve their penmanship and skills through a variety of online courses hosted by Hooper herself. The educational tools focus on subjects like basic cursive, acrylic abstract painting, the foundation of calligraphy and even a how-to class on creating oversized wood signage, all of which are sure to keep you entertained while at home right now.
For newcomers, the Laura Hooper Calligraphy team is also offering its signature starter kit and video tutorial—which includes both high-quality tools for learning modern pointed-pen calligraphy and detailed instruction—at a discounted price right now. Sent right to your door, you’ll receive an oblique pen, ink, three nibs, an instruction book and nearly three hours of a video tutorial. And, if you’re looking for more of a challenge, the local business also offers a two-tiered, subscription-based platform, featuring downloadable worksheets, live office hours with both Hooper and Law, critique sessions and so much more.
For those who aren’t ready to try their hand at calligraphy, yet still want to support the sibling-run local business, you’re in luck, as Hooper has recently started selling bouquets curated from her very own backyard, cheekily named Fox Hill Garden. Whether you’re searching for custom-made Mother’s Day bouquets or simply want to add a little color to your kitchen table, the choice is yours.
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