What an incredible day filled with ink, focus, and creative energy! I was very happy to be part of the 2025 National Women’s Month celebrations within the halls of Malacañang, in Manila, Philippines. Thanks to the wonderful Gender and Development Focal Point System (OP-GFPS), I had the opportunity to teach these corporate workshops on modern calligraphy and brush lettering with employees from various offices.
Held at the MESLA Conference Hall, the day was structured as a back-to-back workshop event, welcoming a total of 100 participants eager to learn a new artistic skill. It was inspiring to see so many of them ready to step away from their demanding roles to learn a new craft.
Morning Session: The Elegance of Modern Pointed Pen Calligraphy
The day kicked off with our Modern Calligraphy workshop. 50 participants joined me to explore the timeless art of writing with dip pens and ink. We focused on creating contemporary cursive script. There’s a unique, meditative quality to using a pointed pen – the scratch of the nib on paper, the flow of the ink – and it was wonderful to see everyone concentrating and finding their rhythm.
Afternoon Session: Bouncing into Brush Lettering
After a quick break for lunch, we reset the room and welcomed a fresh batch of 50 participants for our Brush Lettering workshop. Brush lettering offers a different kind of energy – often bolder and bouncier – and it was great to see this second group embrace the techniques of varying pressure to create thick and thin strokes. The eagerness to learn remained just as high in the afternoon, filling the room with laughter and positive vibes.
It truly was a fun, fulfilling day connecting with the talented individuals who serve at Malacañang. Seeing their dedication extend from their official duties to learning a new craft was inspiring.
A huge thank you goes out to the organizers from the OP-GFPS. Your warm welcome made this event seamless and truly special. I’m so grateful for the invitation to contribute to your National Women’s Month activities and share my passion for calligraphy.
Interested in bringing the creative joy of calligraphy or brush lettering to your own team or organization? Contact Happy Hands Project today to learn more about the corporate workshops and private events. Read here for another corporate workshop in Manila for a team building event.
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