American Cursive

Homework Hashtag: #kcaamericancursive

Intro: 

American Cursive is a form of business penmanship that will elevate even the simplest of writing assignments. Whether you are writing a letter to a friend, sending a thank you note, or addressing business correspondence, even in the digital age there is always a need for legible, formal handwriting. This two-part class will introduce you to Michael Sull’s American Cursive and give you the instruction you need to build a strong foundation of cursive handwriting skill.

Materials Needed: 

• Guide Sheets: You can print your own here (https://lanquach.com/)
• Mechanical Pencil: GraphGear 500 Pentel 0.5 (my personal favorite)
• Eraser: kneaded erasers are excellent for final projects that need a delicate touch. White erasers are also excellent.
• Cardstock: If you are working on a final project such as a card or bookmark, be sure to use the best paper you can afford. Cardstock that is 32 lb. or higher will make a quality presentation.
• Pigma Micron 05 Archival Ink Markers: These come in a variety of colors and sizes. I personally like 05, or smaller, in black for writing standard handwriting.
• (optional) Light Board: These come in various sizes and price points. Even an inexpensive board that is 16”X12” will be helpful for practicing. 

Book References

• The Art of Cursive Penmanship: A Personal Handwriting Program for Adults, Michael Sull
• American Cursive Hanwriting: Self-Study Workbook, Michael Sull
• Sull’s Manual of Advanced Penmanship: An Instructional Guide to American Cursive, Michael Sull

Want to join us for class? It's offered on-demand and available now for all Tier 2 students.  Some classes are also available to Tier 1 students. Click here to see the Tier 1 Class Listing.  

How to Access Your Members-Only Class:

• Go to www.kallicampacademy.com
• Log in to your account
• Click on Classroom
• Click on Tier 2 Classes - Class Archive

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Instructor: Denise Leak

Instagram: @writeonmydesk

Bio:

Denise Leak is a wife, mom of 4, former teacher and lover of letters. She is certified as an instructor in American Cursive Handwriting by ACICP and she has been teaching handwriting to students of various ages and abilities for more than 30 years. She is a member of IAMPETH, as well as the Atlanta Calligraphy Guild, "Friends of the Alphabet.” She and her husband, Jonathan, reside in Woodstock, Georgia.