Meet Laura Edralin, calligraphy teacher & artist

Laura holding a brush pen creating words in calligraphy by Samantha Couzens

Hello!

I’m Laura, a calligraphy artist and teacher based in West London.

I love sharing ways to help people support their wellbeing and mental health using creativity and mindfulness. I help you step away from the busyness of life by getting creative and dropping into a calming flow state - with just a pen!

Laura Edralin calligraphy teacher drinking tea, Chiswick

Where my love of calligraphy began

I discovered calligraphy in 2017 as a tool and creative outlet to support my mental wellbeing, and soon became fascinated with the psychological impact creativity can have as a mindfulness practice and personal development tool.

I have since become a certified wellbeing coach and am passionate about bringing together the coaching and creative tools and techniques I have learned (and continue to learn) to support and share with others through public workshops and in corporate programmes.

I'm a true believer in the more we share, the more we learn, the more we grow - and find a sense of belonging.

Laura Edralin practicing calligraphy, London

What I do

My public workshops are for any creative level and give you that spark of creativity, boost of inspiration and space to just be you.

For companies and organisations looking to bring creative activities into the workplace, I have workshops and sessions ready to go.

You may also be interested in REFRAME, an employee coaching programme I have co-created which is tailored to your workforce.

If you’re looking for a personal touch, my hand lettering and calligraphy designs can be created for dinners, PR events, brand activations or live calligraphy events - just get in touch.

How you can learn
calligraphy with me

Brush calligraphy pen graphic

Meet the Artist

A short interview with me talking about how I got into hand lettering and why wellbeing, mental health and mindfulness means so much in my work.

 

What People Are Saying

“Laura is simply the best calligraphy teacher! She is not only highly skilled, knowledgeable and very passionate about what she does, but she is also a genuinely kind and lovely person!”

— Rachael L., Workshop Attendee & Club Member

“Nearly 2 years ago, I took my first calligraphy class with Laura and I fell in love with calligraphy!…I could not recommend Laura's workshops enough, in person or online.”

— Caroline L, Workshop Attendee & Club Member

“I would fully recommend Laura and her classes to beginners looking to try something new as well as seasoned calligraphers looking for a lovely community and everyone in between!”

— Jennifer K, Workshop Attendee

“If you are looking for a fun and inspiring way to focus on your creative side then I can highly recommend any of Laura's Workshop's or her membership.”

— Sally, Workshop Attendee & Club Member

“Laura is a warm and encouraging teacher, full of enthusiasm for her art. She has the ability to put everyone at ease whilst imparting her knowledge to help everyone to progress, regardless of whether they are complete beginners or an improver.”

— Ali C, Workshop Attendee & Club Member

“Laura is so kind and patient and calming, her classes are always fun and inclusive. My calligraphy has come a long way, I find it so immersive and relaxing.”

— Heidi C, Workshop Attendee & Club Member

“I came across Laura's work through a mutual friend, and fell in love with her approach to calligraphy.”

— Adelaide B, Mailing List Subscriber

“Laura’s calligraphy classes are such an oasis of calm in my week. She pitches it so well for both beginners and improvers!”

— Helene, Workshop Attendee


Support for small businesses - The Small Business Hive

In March 2023, a friend and fellow small business owner, Sarah Sole and I, co-founded The Small Business Hive. After spending years having coffees and virtual “tea-venings” together, chatting about our challenges and successes in our small businesses, we noticed a growing need for people like us to come together, share and support each other - after all we don’t have a team in our businesses, we are the team!

The Small Business Hive founders Sarah Sole and Laura Edralin

Say hello on Instagram or listen to our new Hive podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Join us for an upcoming Hive Meet Up in Chiswick.

“A brilliantly organised event for local small businesses. A friendly and relaxed environment to share ideas and skills.” - Siân, South Asia Uncovered