Join Lynette Melnyk for this 1.5‑day workshop exploring asemic writing as a visual language shaped by mark making, gesture, rhythm, and space. 

Workshop Description: 

What happens when writing is no longer meant to be read? 

Through guided exercises and experimentation, participants will work with a range of tools and materials to develop marks and compositions that sit between writing and image. 

We will look at how repetition, movement, scale, harmony, and negative space affect how a piece is read visually, and how simple elements can be organized into balanced compositions. 

The focus is on exploration, observation, and developing new approaches to working with writing as image rather than language. 

Whether you're a calligrapher, mixed-media artist, or simply curious about composition and asemic writing, you'll leave with a collection of exploratory work, new ideas for your creative practice, and a fresh perspective on the relationship between writing, mark making, and composition.

Supply List: 

For the supply list, click here.

Bring any supplies you already have on hand—there's no need to purchase everything. This workshop is designed to encourage creativity, exploration, and enjoyment of the process.

A Final Note

Come ready to learn, experiment, and have fun! Bring your curiosity, creativity, and a smile as we explore new techniques and discover the joy of creating together.

When: 

Friday, November 13: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 

Saturday, November 14: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (includes a 1-hour lunch break) 

Registration Fees: 

Members: $95 
Non-Members: $115 

Registration Opens: 

Members: July 14, 2026 
Non-Members: July 21, 2026

Registration for a maximum of 18 students: Check back on the registration date and a Register button will appear here. For non-members, a button to "Sign up without becoming a member" will appear after clicking Register on July 21st.  

Non-members – please consider joining BVCG. The membership cost is $45 and includes three Journals per membership year, 3 two-hour online enrichment sessions over the winter and many in-person sessions with access to our BVCG calligraphy library.

Important Notes: 

Fees are nonrefundable unless you are cancelling for a medical reason OR your spot is filled from a wait list. BVCG reserves the right to cancel any workshop if there are not sufficient registrations, in which case you will receive a refund of workshop fees.  

When paying by credit card, our software provider Yapla covers the service charge of 3.9%, so that the BVCG receives the full workshop fee. In doing so, they allow members to donate to Yapla, to support their work as a non-profit organization helping other non-profits. Watch for the purple "Modify" link at the bottom of the screen at the Payment step. Click on "Modify" to delete the donation or change the amount. Yapla has been great to work with and is a Canadian company.  

About the Instructor: 

Lynette Melnyk is a creative guide and artist whose work explores gesture, mark making, visual language, and personal expression. Known for her energetic brushwork and lyrical approach to abstraction, she is passionate about helping artists discover new ways of communicating through marks, forms, and composition. 

Drawing on a background in art, design, communication, and creativity coaching, in her workshops, Lynette combines practical exercises with open-ended exploration, encouraging participants to experiment with materials, develop their visual style and awareness, and expand their creative process. She has taught abstract painting, mixed media, and asemic writing workshops for artists of varied backgrounds and experience levels. 

 

Questions? 

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