The digital world is incredible, and we depend on it, yet much is also lost in the process. I am thinking of handwriting, and in this case, of calligraphy. This wonderful art creates inner calm without allowing any disturbing thoughts. The nib with ink glides slowly across the paper, leaving its traces with alternating delicate lines and bold downstrokes. A connection between heart and hand emerges. The emotions of the writer reflect the time one takes for such a conscious act, allowing for an individual form of expression.

Immerse yourself in the world of calligraphy. It has so much to offer and brings well-being and inner calm.

In the overview of my courses, you are sure to find something for yourself; there are many options to choose from.

“The future belongs to those who recognize opportunities before they become obvious.”

Oscar Wilde

My observations and thoughts during the courses

I am always amazed at how much better people feel after a course. They often arrive stressed. Some have self-doubts or think they are not creative, but before long they are completely absorbed in what they are doing and begin to relax. In the group, it becomes quiet and almost meditative when everyone devotes themselves to practising. It is fascinating to observe and very satisfying when, a few hours later, they have created something they did not think they were capable of and are absolutely delighted. These are moments that fill me with joy; calligraphy has a great power that I experience every day.

Quartal und – Semester Kurse in Basel, Einstieg jederzeit

Thursday, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

For beginners and advanced participants. Beginners start with the cursive Anglaise script; those who already have previous experience will learn a new script from traditional calligraphy by arrangement with me. All participants are personally and individually guided by me.

Basel: Thursday, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM and 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM, every 2 weeks 

Traditional calligraphy:

Beginners: Anglaise, Antiqua

Advanced participantsAdvanced participants: Humanist Italic, Merian Fraktur, Lombardic capitals, Spencerian. For all scripts, the alphabet is learned first, followed by deeper work on details, with gouache and design. Your own creative ideas are also included.

Experimental calligraphy for advanced participants:

Coloured backgrounds Building up of backgrounds in layers with selected materials, getting to know different writing tools, experimenting with them, application of various techniques and materials Collages with calligraphic elementscreating your own scripts, theme-based projectswith Mixed media on paper, wood, and canvas.There are endless possibilities.

Münchenstein: Wednesday, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM, every 2 weeks

Traditional calligraphy:

Beginners: Anglaise, Antiqua
Advanced participantsHumanist Italic, Merian Fraktur, Lombardic capitals, Spencerian. For all scripts, the alphabet is learned first, followed by deeper work on details, with gouache and design. Your own creative ideas are also included.

Experimental calligraphy for advanced participants:

Coloured backgrounds,Building up of backgrounds in layers with selected materials, getting to know different writing tools and experimenting with them, working on different surfaces, application of various techniquesand materials Collages with calligraphic elementscreating your own scripts, theme-based projects.There are endless possibilities.

Course fees

Semester course: 10 lessons: CHF 450.– excluding materials

(per lesson of 2 hours: CHF 45.00)

Anyone who does not wish to commit to the entire semester or would like to join during the course is warmly welcome. The course fees are then slightly increased to CHF 50.00 per lesson.

Quarterly courses: 5 lessons of 2 hours each for CHF 225.00 (in one of the ongoing courses)

PaymentPayment: Please pay before the first lesson by TWINT at 079 311 72 61 or by bank transfer.

The groups are mixed and at different levels; everyone has an individual programme.

A personal private course offers the following advantages:

• My individual guidance and support allow you to work intensively on topics of your choice and deepen them.

• A specially agreed project can be approached efficiently with my professional support and individual consultation.

• If you are missing the idea needed to bring a work you have started to completion, disappointment can turn into frustration. New impulses can help you move forward. With my professional guidance, we will find new and valuable inspiration together, resulting in creative solutions.

• For an upcoming festive occasion, calligraphic decorations, such as place cards, are created to add beautiful and inspiring accents.

• Private lessons for families and companies, demonstrations at events, and on-site calligraphy in shops. Dates and prices by arrangement.

Prices for private lessons

Individual: CHF 90.– per hour

2 people: CHF 70.– per hour each

3 people: CHF 50.– per hour each

Courses for parents or grandparents with children aged 8 and above in Basel

Playful creations with letters using various writing tools and many colours. A joy for young and old, and a lasting memory.

1 hour, for 1 adult with one child, price: CHF 90.00

Gift vouchers for courses

Are you looking for a meaningful gift for a special occasion? Or would you like to give someone special joy with something that will be remembered? With a gift voucher, you will give joy.

• The amount of the gift voucher can be freely chosen.
• The gift voucher is beautifully designed and sent by post to the client or, on request, directly to the recipient.

Children’s courses

Children’s courses take place on request and by arrangement

Programme during school project weeks, participation in holiday programmes, for various occasions or in preparation for a festive occasion. During my Demonstrations during a trade exhibition and at the MUBA many children picked up the pen themselves and clearly had fun with the mini Workshops.

Young people can be inspired by calligraphyThey immerse themselves in the exercises, approaching them freely and with their inventiveness.

My observations:

During the courses, were girls and boys in their calligraphic work absorbed. Independent, creative works emerged. They were so absorbed that they did not want to take a break.

This gives the calligrapher the opportunity to contribute to the promotion of creativity of young people.

Courses for people who are ill

Calligraphy is like a Meditation, it helps bring inner calm and has a therapeutic effect. It helps people through difficult times; those suffering from illnesses find relief through the creative and calm activityactivity. The heaviness is replaced by positive, nnew impulsesthat has an effect healing.

A few words about an experience I was fortunate to have:

A group of people with cancer gathered in a beautiful, bright room. Full of anticipation and joy, they came to the Calligraphy taster course.The room was filled with joy togethernesst, gratitude and love. The wonderful encounters and experiences that I was able to experience thanks to this course touched me deeply. It was heart-warming to see the participants happily taking part; they were very interested and completely absorbed as they writing exercises with pen and ink made and practised letters from a historical script. During this time, they were free from their discomfort it was a welcome change, which did them good. With great joy and enthusiasm, my Introductory course attended

Calligraphic examples by course participants

Further calligraphy courses on request

• For school classese.g. during a project week, programme design by arrangement
• For companies during an off-site seminar or on site, a creative experience is guaranteed. The writing is done with various nibs; it has a relaxing and stress-reducing effect.
• You will receive a quote according to your request.
• Course duration: 2 hours – 1 day
• For professional creatives such as graphic designers, illustrators, and typographers — a change from the computer, back to handwriting with the pointed nib. It is an experience to see how the letters slowly develop into perfect forms. The eye is trained and forms the basis for design.
• For school teachers for further training, a creative course
• During fairs, shop openings, events, etc. I do calligraphy on site
• On request I hold a workshop in your city

There are many other occasions for calligraphy.

I look forward to your enquiries!

Teaching brings me joy.There is so much to observe. The highs and lows of my course participants, their progresshow they become more courageous and put their own ideas into practice, their amazement and joy,when a piece of work turns out well. Experiencing all of this fills me with satisfaction and joy. Calligraphy can so achieve a great deal, it is soothing, brings body and mind to rest.

A few opinions from course participants:

I come to Hanna’s course directly from work. Her course helps me wind down after a tiring day. After the course, I feel completely refreshed and relaxed.

I appreciate the calm atmosphere. Traditional calligraphy has to be carried out slowly and with concentration; at first, this was something I had to get used to. Now I especially value this slowness.

Focused work means switching off. I take joy in my own progress. I am impressed by the beauty of this art.

I enjoy this pleasure in craftsmanship. For me, it provides a welcome contrast to working on the computer.

I joined Hanna’s calligraphy course as a beginner. The participants are at different levels; some have been attending for years. I really like being in the same course as experienced participants because I feel no pressure and can progress at my own pace. I am amazed by their skill and by the versatility of calligraphy.

I have been attending Hanna’s calligraphy course for a year. Through it, I have discovered a new hobby. I can drift into the world of calligraphy for hours, relax and recharge — it is pure joy. I am fascinated by Hanna’s free compositions, which reflect so much lightness; that is what I would like to learn.

Through the regular course, I receive Hanna’s support and her suggestions, which help me develop. Sometimes it takes just one single hint from her to release my block. The exchange with the group is also stimulating and inspiring.

When I once took a break, my self-discipline to practise became weaker and weaker; on my own, I lost motivation. Back in the course, I felt well supported again.

Words about the workshops:

“How am I supposed to spend an entire weekend doing calligraphy?”
Only those who are taking part for the first time ask that question. I usually say: “You will give yourself the answer at the end of the course. It will sound something like this: ‘Why do we already have to go home again?’” The quiet monastic atmosphere has a calming and slowing effect on the participants. It is a place of strength for mind, soul, and body.

Practising calligraphy in the sheltered atmosphere of the monastery carries you away from the outside world. The sense of community with like-minded people, whom you often first meet at the monastery, brings inspiring and enjoyable conversations. You take joy in successful works, especially when things were a little difficult along the way — all of this is part of a creative weekend.

The delicious, homemade meals from the monastery kitchen, lovingly prepared, are always very well received.

Your courses are absolutely unforgettable and uniquely special because of your “personal touch”: the courses provide not only technical knowledge, but also emotional balance from everyday stress. Afterwards, one feels much fresher, inwardly calm and balanced. And of course, the monastery and its “embrace” offer a reassuring sense of continuity in every season.

Joint exhibition with my course participants

My long-standing course participants had a wonderful experience when they took part in our joint exhibition in 2013 at Galerie Artworks in Liestal. The shared and individual preparations showed them what it means to put together an exhibition. It gave them great joy to present their works to the public for the first time. The local broadcaster Telebasel reported on the highlights of the opening event.

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Looking back

Weekend courses at Mariastein Monastery, Solothurn

For many years, I held three weekend courses each year at Mariastein Monastery. In the silence of this wonderful place of power, we found the peace we needed to devote ourselves intensively to calligraphy.

After all those years at Mariastein Monastery, I held a few weekend courses at the Kloster Engelberg through and in Hotel Paxmontana in Flüeli-Ranft

Workshop in Budapest

Budapest is one of my favourite cities, where my roots come from. It was a special pleasure for me to offer the 6-day calligraphy workshop as an art and cultural programme. With my insider knowledge, I introduced the participants from Switzerland and Germany to the mentality, culture, and beauty of Budapest. Our studio was directly on the banks of the Danube, with a view of the castle — what more could one wish for?