Round Hand Masterclass

Revival Round Hand Scripts of The Universal Penman

with Hoang Dao for the PPC ACADEMY

Class Description

English Roundhand reached the height of popularity between 1720 and 1800s, first in Great Britain during the Industrial Revolution then widely copied and adapted around Europe. It was still written with a quill until the metal nib took the crown in 1820. Universal Penman, George Bickham’s lifetime plates, is one of the best historical sources of Roundhand we see today, where the most beautiful pointed pen works were collected, engraved and printed to the finest quality.

Italian Roundhand (or “Italian” English Roundhand) was the result of a gradual adaption from Italian Bastard, or "bastarde Italienne". English writing masters used Italian Roundhand as an ornamental dedication to the design of business writing. The influential Italian letterform and impressive flourish brought a delicate touch to writing style.

In this 6 month Masterclass we will study in depth the complex structure of Roundhand scripts, the combination of English and Italian hands from the golden age of The Universal Penman. We will also study the philosophy of the flourishing art that has been long forgotten.

Class Details

  • We welcome calligraphers from experienced beginners and beyond.

  • We are offering 12 spaces on a FIRST-COME-FIRST-SERVED basis for this class to provide an intimate and comprehensive learning environment to enhance outcomes.

    You can read more detailed information about The EPPC Academy and its benefits on our academy webpage.

  • Class ONE
    Comprehensive structure of English Roundhand: Round Hand and Round Text

    Class TWO
    English Roundhand (continued): Running Hand 

    Class THREE
    Foundation of Italian Hand of English Writing Masters

    Class FOUR
    Italian Hand of English Writing Masters (continued): capital variations

    Class FIVE
    Roundhand Flourishing

    Class SIX
    Roundhand Flourishing (continued)

  • 18 Oct 2025: Class 1 [2h]
    30 Oct 2025: Homework 1 due
    1 Nov 2025: Catch up 1 [1h]

    *15 Nov 2025 Class 2
    27 Nov 2025 Homework 2 due
    29 Nov 2025 Class 2 Catch up

    14 Dec 2025 Class 3
    1 Jan 2026 Class 3 Homework due
    3 Jan 2026 Class 3 Catch up

    17 Jan 2026 Class 4
    28 Jan 2026 Class 4 Homework due
    31 Jan 2026 Class 4 Catch up

    14 Feb 2026 Class 5
    26 Feb 2026 Class 5 Homework due
    28 Feb 2026 Class 5 Catch up

    14 Mar 2026 Class 6
    26 Mar 2026 Class 6 Homework due
    28 Mar 2026 Class 6 Catch up

    Classes will run from 2pm - 4pm Hanoi, Vietnam
    Catch up sessions will run from 2pm-3pm Hanoi, Vietnam

    *Note Class 2 will run from 4pm-6pm Hanoi, Vietnam

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  • EUR €795 {Check your currency}

    We encourage you to make the most of this opportunity and invest in your future success by fully committing to the course. Our program is designed to provide valuable skills and knowledge, and we believe that it is worth the investment. Thank you for choosing our course, and we look forward to seeing you succeed!

  • When you join The EPPC Academy for Hoang Dao’s Roundhand Masterclass, you gain access to:

    • Learning over SIX MONTHS for an in-depth study of Roundhand scripts

    • 18 hours of learning (12 x recorded Zoom sessions combining 6 x classes (2hr each), 6 x catch up sessions (1hr each).

    • A private YouTube link to the Zoom recordings to watch until 23 May 2026 (9pm CEST) - add it to your diary!

    • Handouts from Hoang for each class.

    • Access to an online platform to post work and discuss.

    • Hoang’s feedback on submitted work.

    Please take a look at The EPPC Academy webpage to learn more about the benefits of an intensive longer course.

    IMPORTANT: if the class doesn't reach minimum numbers, we reserve the right to postpone or cancel the class and payments will be refunded minus any administrative fees.

  • To register for the class, fill in and send the form below. Cecilia will email you a proforma invoice via PayPal (you don’t need to have a PayPal account or to login to make the payment by credit card). Seats for the class are granted only after payment. Please check your junk/spam if you don’t receive this email within two days after submitting the form.

    As places are limited {only 12}, the FIRST-COME-FIRST-SERVED method will be used for accepting registrations. We will open a waiting list for the exceeding requests.

    Registrations are intended as confirmed after payment is received.

    We kindly request that you make your payment within 36 hours upon receipt of the proforma. If you need assistance, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs. However, please note that if we don't receive your payment within the specified timeframe, we may need to offer your place to the next person on the waiting list.

    Sales for Hoang Dao’s Masterclass will end on Thu 13 Nov at 9pm CET.

  • EMAIL 1
    After filling in and sending the sign-up form on this page, you will receive an email (within 48 hours) from Cecilia with details to make your payment . Please check your junk/spam after sending the form if you haven’t received this email, and contact us (by email or IG message) if you have any questions about your place.

    Since this is a limited seats class, the FIRST-COME-FIRST-SERVED method will be used for accepting registrations. A waiting list will be opened for the exceeding requests.

    Registrations are intended as confirmed after first or full payment is received.

    EMAIL 2
    You will receive all information from info@pointedpencollective.com approximately one week before the session with the first handouts, details of how to join the Zoom call, and other necessary information.

  • Online via Zoom

How to join

We welcome 12 students to join this opportunity to take a deep dive into the study of Roundhand scripts led by Hoang Dao. Please fill out the registration form below to join us.

We encourage you to make the most of this opportunity and invest in your future success by fully committing to the course. Our program is designed to provide valuable skills and knowledge, and we believe that it is worth the investment. Thank you for choosing our course, and we look forward to seeing you succeed!

REGISTRATION FORM

(please fill in all required fields to receive the payment link • payment will be via PayPal, you don’t need to have a PayPal account)

TERMS

Your place is secured once your payment has been processed. As the workshop recordings will be made available to students for a limited time after the event, no refunds will be offered for non-attendance.

If the class doesn't reach minimum numbers, we reserve the right to postpone or cancel the class and payments will be refunded minus any administrative fees.

DATA PROTECTION

As a stricter data protection regulation came into place in 2018 (GDPR), we follow specific guidelines on what we do with your personal information. In the case of booking a workshop, we will use your email address to keep you informed of everything you need to know in the lead up to the event. Please make sure our email address (info@pointedpencollective.com) and no-reply@squarespace.com is in your contacts or safe list to prevent it going to your junk or spam folder. We may contact you via phone if absolutely necessary. We will not use your contact details for any other purpose.

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CONTACTS

Email: info@pointedpencollective.com (managed by Kate)
Instagram: @learnpointedpen (managed by Cecilia)

The Teacher

Important information

Hoang is a calligraphy artist based in Hanoi, Vietnam. His specialization covers broad-edged and pointed metal nib scripts, covering Roundhand scripts, Spencerian, Roman and Italic.

As a grandchild of a visual artist who specialized in French, Vietnamese and Chinese calligraphy, Hoang honors his roots by constantly exploring and refining his artistry.

Hoang artworks have been displayed in various cities around the world, he also gives international workshops and lectures about calligraphy and Asian arts including painting, illumination and Urushi art.

Suggested Materials

  • Straight pen holders

  • Pointed nibs: *Gillott 303 or Leonardt Principal (* is highly recommended)

  • Inks and gouaches/watercolors (I personally use Fox & Quills iron gal inks and Holbein colors)

  • Some gold inks and white inks (Finetec. Etc)

  • White and black paper, A4-A3 size for daily practice and A2-A1 size for projects

  • Tracing paper

  • Line pens or fine markers

  • Book: The Universal Penman. Bickham, George.

  • Eraser, pencil, ruler…