Event Calendar

    • March 01, 2025
    • March 31, 2025
    • Recording

    Sponsored by the San Fernando Valley Regional Group

    This event is free and open to the public.

    All of us, as calligraphers, have an overwhelming desire to have every tool we hear about.  In this recorded workshop I will discuss and demonstrate the tools I have found to be worthwhile.

    Please download the PDF for the full list of tools I use and will discuss and demonstrate.  You don’t need to have any of them, but if you do have them, you might want to play with them during the demo.

    Carrie Imai

    TOOLS GALORE handout.pdf

    Carrie's video will be available for viewing for the entire month of March on YouTube. You can watch as little or as much as you want and click in and view with unlimited access for the month. You must register in order to receive the video link which will be sent at the end of February. This video is available to the public and no cost due to the generosity of Carrie Imai.

    For calligraphy lessons or commission work please contact Carrie Imai at:

    carrie@carriedesigns.com

    If this video sparks your interest in calligraphy please consider joining the Society for Calligraphy and gain access to a world of fabulous workshops and our annual conference 'Letters California Style'.

    • March 04, 2025
    • April 08, 2025
    • 6 sessions
    • Online - Zoom
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Instructor: Risa Gettler

    Sponsored by the San Diego chapter 

    6 TUESDAY EVENINGS, MARCH 4, 11, 18, 25 and APRIL 1, 8, 6:30-8:30 PM (Pacific time).   $100

          

    ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:  VISIGOTHIC VERSALS are the distinctive and exclusive writing style of early medieval Spain and the foundation hand for our class.

    Starting with the Visigothic alphabet, and all of its many letter options, we move to incorporating the famous and popular ligatures. Throughout the course there are weekly slide presentations, videos and music. Step-by-step we refine our work with these intricate letterforms and design choices via the aid of demonstrations, techniques and examples.

         Your time spent in calligraphic study, letter rhythms, color. space and artistic judgment will bring you joy and pleasure in writing Visigothic Versals.

    THIS IS AN INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED CLASS. YOU MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH FOUNDATIONAL ROMAN AND KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE LETTER-FORMS, UNCIAL IS HELPFUL,  SPACING IS ESSENTIAL IN SUCCESSFULLY EXECUTING VISIGOTHIC VERSALS--SPACIAL ACUMEN  WILL BE DEVELOPED DURING CLASS. 
    Note from Kristi: Risa does insist that participants keep up with the assignments. This is not a class for those who simply wish to watch. Risa generously meets one-on-one with the participants, as needed. You'll be very happy with what you produce!

    Please check with Kristi regarding any questions about this: sdworkshopsteam@societyforcalligraphy.org

    Recording will be available for two months.

    ABOUT RISA and her Visigothic Versals: I've been traveling the Calligraphic Highway most of my adult life. I've taught Visigothic Versals at international calligraphy conferences, universities, museums, calligraphy study groups and guilds plus a long list of calligraphic accolades. But what I think is important for you to know about is my passion for and study of Visigothic Versals. I fell in love and I mean head-over-heals in love with Visigothic Versals the moment I laid eyes on them; traveled to Spain and took calligraphy classes with amazing and generous letter artists; returned to USA and have spent the last 22 years in the solitude of my scriptorium pouring over the Spanish Beato manuscripts with the translations and tutelage of Visigothic scholar, Dr Ainoa Castro. My enthusiasm is so great for these intriguing and intricate letterforms that I teach Visigothic Versals exclusively. My interest and curiosity for Visigothic Versals has taken me to Princeton's Spanish Art Department and NYC to see the Morgan Beatus. Yes! America owns one of Spain’s national treasures!  https://www.themorgan.org/manuscript/110807

    REGISTRATION: You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds. 

    COMPLETED REGISTRATION REQUIRES 2 STEPS:

    1. FIRST PRESS THE REGISTER BUTTON. 

    2. Second,  make a payment of $100 via PayPal or check.  Please do this as soon as possible to avoid cancellation of your spot in the workshop.

    Once you have pressed the Registration button, you will be sent an automated message with the PayPal link to complete your registration. information will be included for those who prefer to  pay via check. 

    Non-members, here is information on how to join SfC: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC. We recommend you select up to two regional chapters, which provide extra perks at no extra charge. You may want to choose those that sponsor the workshops you enjoy.

    Enrollment is limited to 18 students. Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. If your membership lapses, you become ineligible and your space will be filled from the waiting list. Registration will close when class is full or on March 2.  No refunds unless spot can be filled.

    Questions: Contact Kristi Darwick, sdworkshopsteam@societyforcalligraphy.org. (Backup: Dr Nan) 

    • March 15, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Online via Zoom
    Register
    PRESENTER: Jane Shibata




    SPONSOR: South Los Angeles Chapter (Solar Nibs)


    COURSE DESCRIPTION:


    Typefaces originate from hand lettering or calligraphy and one of them, Ondine, has many calligraphic characteristics similar to Roman, Uncial, and Humanist script. The Ondine typeface was designed by a well known type designer, Adrian Frutiger. After a quick analysis of the characteristics of the typeface, I will introduce the calligraphic version. Although we will be writing and practicing, there will be time to create a simple broadside. Knowledge of broad edge pen usage is recommended.

    This workshop will be recorded and available for a month. 


    Zoom invitation and handouts, if any, will be sent out a few days prior to workshop date. 


    SUPPLY LIST: 

    The following is a suggested list. Do not buy anything if you have any or similar items listed.

    1. Pen or marker

    Choose your favorite broad edge tool to work with. Suggestions: 

    -- Pilot parallel pen: 6 or 3.8 mm, Brause 2.5 or 3 mm, Speedball: C-2 or C-3, Mitchella: 1 or 1.5 

    or Zig calligraphy markers, 3.5 or 5 mm

    2. Paper

    Any size layout paper or grid/graph paper. Suggestions:

    -- Borden & Riley Boris Layout Paper, Bienfang Graphics 360, Bienfang Grid paper, or JNB's graph paper 

    -- Optional paper for a broadside: any size, high quality paper, such as German Ingres, Arches hot press, Arches text wove, Arches MBM, Bugra, Canson Mi-Tientes, Arnhem 1618, Stonehenge, etc.

    3. Media

    -- Ink or gouache if you will be using pen nibs, any dark color

    -- a dark ink cartridge for parallel pens or a dark color calligraphy marker

    4. Other basic items

    -- mixing brushes and palette or dinky dips for wet media only

    -- pencil, eraser, drafting tape

    -- T-square and/or ruler, 12" or 15" (optional: any triangle)

    -- water container, paper towels/rag for wet media only

    -- Slant board or any board if you do not like to work flat

    5. Text


      ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: 

      Jane Shibata is a part-time faculty member in the art department at Santa Monica College and runs a design business specializing in the lettering arts in Los Angeles. Jane was a former City of Los Angeles calligrapher and did calligraphic contract work for the Los Angeles County Graphic Arts division. She is a long-time SfC member, currently the outreach chair on the board, coordinates outreach events, and taught many workshops for the Society for Calligraphy. Jane is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers for SfC outreach events..


      REGISTRATION DETAILS:

      1) First, register by clicking the "REGISTER" button at the top left of this page

      2) Then, make payment by PayPal or check. Workshop fee is $35Your registration is complete ONLY after completing the above TWO steps.


      If you have any questions, email sfc.solarnibs@gmail.com.

      Please read all details. No refunds will be issued. 

      Registration is for Society for Calligraphy members only. Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. For membership, please go to: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/resources/Membership.pdf

      NO audio or video recording of any program, meeting, workshop or other SfC function permitted without prior consent of both guest artist and a representative of the Board of Governors. You must ask permission of the artist/ instructor to photograph any copyrighted materials, including demos. 

      • March 22, 2025
      • 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
      • San Dimas Public Library
      • 10
      Register

      SPRING FLING PLAY DAY - IN PERSON ONLY 


       

      Sponsored by the Inland Empire
      Saturday, March 22 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

      Complimentary Outreach Event - Open to Members and Visitors

      About this event: We will play with Mixed Media postcards and any calligraphy or other projects you may be working on. Creative members available to help. 


      Supply list: 20241123_Supply List for Postcards Class.pdf

      Coffee & Tea will be provided and we'll take a 30 minute lunch break. Feel free to bring a snack. Many eateries are also nearby.

      Questions? Contact: IEWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org

      Space for 15 participants only.

      • March 23, 2025
      • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
      • Zoom - Online

      Instructor: DeAnn Singh


      Sponsor:  Westside Regional

      Description:

      Learn valuable tips for your workspace for the spring season ahead!

      DeAnn offers great ideas for what to donate, what to keep,  Materials to buy, and items you may be able to sell.

      Suitable for all levels. Both small and large workspaces, for both newbies and those experienced.

      Registration details

      Fee:  $30  PayPal or Pay by check

      Workshop for SfC members only.  Non-members can join SfC for a separate $42 fee.  Please click the following link to join SfC https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC   Membership can be used for any workshop/class through June 30, 2025.


      Pay via PayPal.  PayPal option includes non-refundable PayPal fees

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      Pay by check

      Download Flyer for processing check payment and further workshop details.

      Students must be set up to take a Zoom class with video and audio (signed on one device); access to a printer is required to print the handouts.

      Zoom set-up and audio test begins at 12:45AM, 15 minutes prior to the start of the class.

      This is a “Live” only Zoom session, no recording

      Contact: Barbara or Judy CalligraphyWLA@aol.com  with any questions or concerns.

      • April 04, 2025
      • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
      • Zoom - online

      Sponsored by 

      FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 2024,  6:30-8PM PST - SAVE THE DATE!

      No charge for these Study Group Sessions. They are led by members, sharing what they have learned. They do not claim to be masters. Members and guests may register for any individual session--there is no requirement to attend prior sessions. The aim is to share knowledge with newbies and to provide a refresher for those with more experience.  Each individual session requires separate registration.

      The session will be led by Kristi Darwick. We plan to record this session. Kristi asks that you remind her!


      Agenda:   

      We'll open registration once we've firmed up the topic. 

      Flexible Schedule for the evening:

      6:30 - 6:45 Announcements. Participants are invited to share any work they've done since last session, including their progress on our current projects.

      6:45 - 7:45 TBA

      7:45 - 8:00 An opportunity for those who wish to share what they've completed during this session (and another chance to share work done since our last session).

      SUPPLY LIST:

      • TBA                                                                                                                                                    

      Membership not required

      Zoom invitation and handouts are sent a  day or two in advance. 

      You're welcome to sign up even at  the last minute, but you may have to wait for the recording . . .

        • May 02, 2025
        • June 13, 2025
        • 4 sessions
        • Online - Zoom

        SAVE THE DATE! More details to follow


        Italian Hand of Jan Van de Velde with Hoang Dao



        Sponsored by 

        Fridays, May 2, 16, 30 and June 13, 2025, from 06:30 PM to 08:30 PM (Pacific Time).

        ABOUT  THE WORKSHOP: 

        Dutch calligraphers, including Jan Van de Velde, were educated in the south and migrated to Northern Netherlands to teach at “French schools”, bringing along a huge number of Italian-style script variations. Van de Velde’s effortless unique handwriting style developed a reputation throughout Europe via his copybooks. His flourishes extend from the text in serpentine loops that evolve into images or designs, often of animals, flowers, or mythological creatures that were never seen before. Thus many younger calligraphers followed his mastery of scripts and flourishes in centuries.

        In this workshop we will narrow down to study the style of Jan Van de Velde’s “Italian Hand” or so-called with a modern name “Dutch Roundhand” which represents his strong influence on Dutch calligraphy in this era.


        ABOUT HOANG: 

        Dao Huy Hoang is an international calligraphy artist, pen maker and Urushi craftsman based in Hanoi, Vietnam. His work has been featured in various art magazines, books and exhibitions worldwide. He is also well-known for his pen craftsmanship, including calligraphy pen holders and casual writing tools.


        EXPERIENCE: All levels/ Intermediate

        Workshop will be recorded and available for xx months.

        Zoom invitation will be sent a couple days in advance.

        REGISTRATION:

        You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. 

        No refunds.

        Registrations will close on April 29, noon PST.

        Cost: $xx, paid by check or Paypal (see details below).

        Once you have registered, you will be sent a confirmation email with the PayPal button to complete your registration. Please pay  within 24 hours to keep your spot or your registration will be cancelled. 

        To pay by check email Nan or Kristi, for mailing instructions, at SDWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org If you are paying by check, it should be made out to Society for Calligraphy.  Please send us the check number right away and make sure the check reaches us within a week. Include your current name, address, phone number, and email with the check (s) in the envelope.

        MEMBERS ONLY

        You must be a member of SfC when you register and when this program is held*. 

        Enrollment is limited to current paid Society for Calligraphy members only.

        No reservation will be held until your dues are current.


        To join SfC if you are not a member (this is a members only workshop):

        https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC

        Please select the San Diego Chapter on your membership form to receive early notifications of our upcoming San Diego workshops.

        Questions? Contact Nan Anantharaman: SDWorkshopsTeam@societyforcalligraphy.org.

        For prompt receipt of supply list and confirmation, your check should arrive no later than two weeks before the workshop. You are not registered until confirmed by the workshop coordinator.

        NO audio or video recording of any program, meeting, workshop or other SfC function permitted consent of both guest artist and a representative of the Board of Governors. *** You must ask permission of the artist/instructor to photograph any copyrighted materials, including demos. 

        • May 08, 2025
        • June 05, 2025
        • 3 sessions
        • Zoom Online
        • 0



        SPONSORED BY SFC'S INLAND EMPIRE CHAPTER

        Three  Thursday evening sessions with Cheryl Jacobsen, May 8 & 15 and June 5, 2025.  6:30 to 8:30 PM (PST). 

         $75 (all paid workshops are for Members-only) No refunds.

        ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:  A blackletter hand like Textura prides itself on its upright demeanor and slow, steady movement, but Gothic Cursive is more laid back (literally), fast and free flowing. We will talk about various historical and modern examples, then get step by step instruction and feedback on the Gothic Cursive Cheryl has developed over time. Join her in this workshop to learn this fun and floridly expressive hand.

        Experience level: Basic knowledge of pen angle use needed but any level welcome.

        We will make Padlet available for sharing work for critique, as well as with fellow students.  Recordings will be available for three months after the close of the series. 


        ABOUT CHERYL:  Cheryl Jacobsen is a calligrapher and an assemblage artist. She is an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Iowa’s Center for the Book where she teaches a variety of classes including a history of western letterforms, and several in modern calligraphic hands. She was a visiting faculty member for the 2015 NEH Summer seminar The Materiality of Medieval Manuscripts: Interpretation through Production and is the author of “A Modern Scribes Views Scribes of the past” in Scraped, Stroked, and Bound: Materially Engaged Readings of Medieval manuscripts. She runs a freelance studio creating manuscript books, commercial lettering, documents, calligraphic and assemblage art. You can see some of her work at: Cheryljacobsen.com  



        REGISTRATION: You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds. 

        COMPLETED REGISTRATION REQUIRES 2 STEPS:

        1. FIRST PRESS THE REGISTER BUTTON on the event webpage: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/event-5876278

        2. Payment instructions will be automatically emailed to you--PLEASE ALLOW TIME FOR THE EMAIL TO ARRIVE. Make a payment of $75 via PayPal or check.  Please do this as immediately to avoid cancellation of your spot in the workshop.

        Non-members, here is information on how to join SfC: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC. We recommend you select up to two regional chapters, which provide extra perks at no extra charge. You may want to choose those that sponsor the workshops you enjoy. PLEASE NOTE: there is no guarantee you'll have a spot in this workshop. 

        Enrollment is limited to 20 students, plus facilitators. Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. If your membership lapses, you become ineligible and your space will be filled from the waiting list. Registration will close when class is full or on May 6.  No refunds.

        There will be a waitlist. We aim to add repeats of this class series. The first registrations for those will be offered to those on the waitlist. No need to pay until you are moved from the waitlist to the registered list.

        Questions? Kristi Darwick at sdworkshopsteam@societyforcalligraphy.org.

        • May 09, 2025
        • June 06, 2025
        • 3 sessions
        • Zoom Online
        • 17



        THOSE ON THE  WAITING LIST FOR THE MAY 8 SERIES HAVE PRIORITY FOR THIS REPEAT SESSION.

        SPONSORED BY SFC'S INLAND EMPIRE CHAPTER

        Three Friday morning sessions with Cheryl Jacobsen, May 9 & 16 and June 6, 2025.  6:30 to 8:30 PM (PST). 

         $75 (all paid workshops are for Members-only) No refunds.

        ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:  A blackletter hand like Textura prides itself on its upright demeanor and slow, steady movement, but Gothic Cursive is more laid back (literally), fast and free flowing. We will talk about various historical and modern examples, then get step by step instruction and feedback on the Gothic Cursive Cheryl has developed over time. Join her in this workshop to learn this fun and floridly expressive hand.

        Experience level: Basic knowledge of pen angle use needed but any level welcome.

        We will make Padlet available for sharing work for critique, as well as with fellow students.  Recordings will be available for three months after the close of the series. 


        ABOUT CHERYL:  Cheryl Jacobsen is a calligrapher and an assemblage artist. She is an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Iowa’s Center for the Book where she teaches a variety of classes including a history of western letterforms, and several in modern calligraphic hands. She was a visiting faculty member for the 2015 NEH Summer seminar The Materiality of Medieval Manuscripts: Interpretation through Production and is the author of “A Modern Scribes Views Scribes of the past” in Scraped, Stroked, and Bound: Materially Engaged Readings of Medieval manuscripts. She runs a freelance studio creating manuscript books, commercial lettering, documents, calligraphic and assemblage art. You can see some of her work at: Cheryljacobsen.com  



        REGISTRATION: You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds. 

        COMPLETED REGISTRATION REQUIRES 2 STEPS:

        1. FIRST PRESS THE REGISTER BUTTON on the event webpage: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/event-5876278

        2. Payment instructions will be automatically emailed to you--PLEASE ALLOW TIME FOR THE EMAIL TO ARRIVE. Make a payment of $75 via PayPal or check.  Please do this as immediately to avoid cancellation of your spot in the workshop.

        Non-members, here is information on how to join SfC: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC. We recommend you select up to two regional chapters, which provide extra perks at no extra charge. You may want to choose those that sponsor the workshops you enjoy. PLEASE NOTE: there is no guarantee you'll have a spot in this workshop. 

        Enrollment is limited to 20 students, plus facilitators. Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. If your membership lapses, you become ineligible and your space will be filled from the waiting list. Registration will close when class is full or on May 6.  No refunds.

        There will be a waitlist. We aim to add repeats of this class series. The first registrations for those will be offered to those on the waitlist. No need to pay until you are moved from the waitlist to the registered list.

        Questions? Kristi Darwick at sdworkshopsteam@societyforcalligraphy.org.

        • May 17, 2025
        • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
        • In-Person at Angelo M. Iacaboni Library in Lakewood
        Register
        PRESENTER: Louis Lemoine (In-Person in Lakewood)



        SPONSOR: South Los Angeles Chapter (Solar Nibs)

        COURSE DESCRIPTION:

        Join us for our annual gathering with our special guest, Louis Lemoine. We will be meeting in Lakewood on Saturday, May 17, 1pm - 4pm. This is a free event to members and non-members but you must register

        We will have light refreshments. Please bring your own individual drink. 


        ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: 

        Take a look at Louis's website or Instagram page for a glimpse of his work.

        https://louislemoine.com/

        https://www.instagram.com/louislemoine_magicman/


        REGISTRATION DETAILS:

        1) This is a free event but your must register. Register by clicking the "REGISTER" button at the top left of this pageIt is open to the public; both members and non-members are welcome. Space is limited. 

        If you have any questions, email sfc.solarnibs@gmail.com.

        NO audio or video recording of any program, meeting, workshop or other SfC function permitted without prior consent of both guest artist and a representative of the Board of Governors. You must ask permission of the artist/ instructor to photograph any copyrighted materials, including demos. 

        • June 14, 2025
        • June 15, 2025
        • 2 sessions
        • IN-PERSON at the International Printing Museum's Book Arts Institute
        • 2
        Register

        BOOKBINDING with Erin Fletcher of Herringbone Bindery      IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

        Sponsored by the Society for Calligraphy


        Erin Fletcher is the owner of Herringbone Bindery located in Austin, Texas. She crafts one-of-a-kind fine bindings and small editions for various clients and institutions. Her work is regularly exhibited throughout the US and abroad and is held in public and private collections. She first discovered a love for bookbinding while studying at the North Bennet Street School in Boston where she graduated in 2012. She regularly teaches book arts workshops online and at venues throughout the United States.


        Join us for this fabulous in-person bookbinding experience with Erin.

        The workshop will take place on Saturday June 14 and Sunday June 15, 2025,

        from 10am - 4:30pm with an hour break for lunch.

        Please note that this event does fall on Father's Day.


        Location: International Printing Museum's Book Arts Institute (Torrance/Carson)

        315 W. Torrance Blvd., Carson, CA 90745

         

        Make a weekend retreat out of this event and stay Saturday evening at a local hotel!


        Day 1: A Pair of Crossed Structure Bindings

        Description:

        The Crossed Structure gets its name from the interlacing that occurs across the spine to

        bring the covers together. These modern bindings are rooted in techniques found in

        medieval structures and were created by Carmencho Arregui. Although there are several

        variations on the Crossed Structure, we will explore just two in this workshop. Beginning

        with the Basic, students will learn the technique for sewing and how to interlace the

        covers. The second model has a less obvious construction at the spine and is aptly

        referred to as Hidden. This workshop is suitable for students with any level of

        bookbinding skill including beginners.


        Day 2: Secret Belgian Binding – Two Ways 

        Description:

        This workshop will explore the Secret Belgian structure by crafting it two different ways.

        This simple binding is easy to construct and can be modified in a variety of ways. The

        binding opens flat and is perfect for thin, lightweight text blocks. During this workshop

        students will use techniques developed by Anne Goy to make a basic version along with

        a ‘top secret’ version which will build upon these foundational steps. This workshop is

        suitable for students with any level of bookbinding skill including beginners.



        Workshop Fee: $130.00 for 2 days; $80 for 1 day

        Workshop Kits: Crossed Structure $15.00 and Secret Belgian $10.00; this additional $25.00 will be paid directly to Erin at the start of the workshop.

        Learn more about Erin at www.herringbonebindery.com


        This workshop is open to all SfC members. If you are not a member and wish to take this workshop please follow the directions on the SfC home page or click on the link below to become a member and then you can register for the workshop. Your workshop registration will not be final unless you are a fully paid SfC member.

        https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC

        Questions? Email sfc.solarnibs@gmail.com. 


        • June 28, 2025
        • July 12, 2025
        • 3 sessions
        • Online - Zoom

        Presenter: Yukimi Annand - Postponed

        Sponsored by Inland Empire SfC  

        POTENTIALLY POSTPONED--date to be determined

        ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: I am interested in any “forms" I see surrounding me. As a calligrapher I have been experimenting to create letterforms based on the forms I capture from the surroundings and play with them by writing text. The Roman alphabet is basically designed with a geometric system and the letter O is the mother form for developing a set of 26 letters.

        In this workshop, we will start by making variations of letter O. We will get ideas from existing letterforms including historical and contemporary forms, ancient sine language, man-made architecture, natural forms and abstract paintings.  We will consider the meaning of the text and the form of O to create unique alphabets. Then we will work on lines that are made by writing text from legible to abstract. As our final products, we will construct accordion books with the lines we created and collaged colorful shape elements which relate the form of O.

        • August 23, 2025
        • August 30, 2025
        • 3 sessions
        • Online - Zoom
        Register

        PRESENTER: SUZIE BERINGER


        Sponsored by 

        Saturday and Sunday, August 23-24, 2025 9:30 PM-4:30 PM (PDT), plus a review session on Saturday, August 30, 9:30-12:30

        $80 (all paid workshops are for Members-only) No refunds.

        Creative tiny foundational letterforms and Roman capitals using the versatile

        pointed pen will be our focus for this workshop.

        We will begin our study working with monoline forms, then use the

        pointed pen. We will look at variations and how to achieve details while

        reducing the x-height of our letters. The roman hand is a long time love of

        mine. I have gravitated to the Roman hands minuscule as well as majiscule for

        their versatility and elegance. As I often work with small letterforms, the

        pointed pen is the tool that helps provide the refinement and elegance I am

        looking for.

        I’m excited share with you the delight in creating these delicate and charming

        letterforms.

        Workshop recommended for all levels. The recording will be available for 3 months. 

        ABOUT SUZIE: Suzie Beringer is a lettering artist who makes her home in the Pacific Northwest. With a degree in commercial art with a life-time passion for calligraphy, she is constantly exploring new possibilities and pushing herself creatively. Her work has been published in Letter Arts Review as well as other publications. As a teacher she loves to share her passion for mark making and design with others. As an artist Suzie loves the challenge and discovery that lettering on different surfaces brings. It has been said, that if something around her doesn't move quickly enough it may end up with letters on it!

        You can see more of her work on Instagram: penstrokedesignstudio

        REGISTRATION: You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds. 

        COMPLETED REGISTRATION REQUIRES 2 STEPS:

        1. FIRST PRESS THE REGISTER BUTTON. 

        2. Second,  make a payment of $80 via PayPal or check.  Please do this as soon as possible to avoid cancellation of your spot in the workshop.

        Once you have pressed the Registration button, our system will automatically send an invoice (you can disregard). You'll receive an automated  email with the PayPal link to complete your registration. Information will be included for those who prefer to  pay via check. Please give this a little while, as email isn't always instantaneous.

        Non-members, here is information on how to join SfC: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC. We recommend you select up to two regional chapters, which provide extra perks at no extra charge. You may want to choose those that sponsor the workshops you enjoy.

        Enrollment is limited to 60 students. (Even with 60, we expect this to fill fairly quickly.) Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. If your membership lapses, you become ineligible and your space will be filled from the waiting list. Registration will close when class is full or on August 20.  No refunds.

        Questions? Contact Kristi at iepvworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org

        • August 23, 2025
        • 10:00 AM
        • August 24, 2025
        • 4:30 PM
        • IN-PERSON at GVJCI in Gardena
        • 14
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        Instructor: Andrea Wunderlich

        (In-Person in Gardena)



        Sponsored by the Society for Calligraphy - Registration Opening Soon


        "Letters act as practical and useful signs, but also as pure and inner melody." Wassily Kandinsky


        Pure form, the quality of the line and the ornamental potential of writing - this is what it ́s all about in this class. We will play with letterform variations, experiment with layout-ideas and then finish it all up with a spark of gold. 


        Basic alphabet will be the Antiqua-letterforms - even if you haven ́t tried writing them yet, your eye is used to them. We will use them and play with them, transform them and create new compositions. Step-by-step through the creative process up to a series of works. 


        We will incorporate gold, will learn about some glittering effects, highlighting certain areas and a very easy way of gilding. Let ́s have fun!


        Location: Gardena Valley Japanese Cultural Institute (GVJCI)

        1964 West 162nd Street, Gardena, CA 90247


        Make a weekend retreat out of this event and stay Saturday evening at a local hotel!


        Supply List:

        pencil (2H), ruler, eraser, tissue, sketchpad, good quality paper (BFK Rives, watercolor paper, etc.), black paper, tracing paper (ca. 70g), broad-edged nibs (Speedball C5-C3), Automatic Pens, Gouache (your favorite colors), brush for mixing, palette, embossing tool, a piece of plastic foil (e.g. wrapping of a greeting card), lightpad, Finetec gold (e.g. inca gold), bone folder, gold leaf or brass leaf, oil pastels (favourite colors, 2-3)


        Andrea Wunderlich is a freelance calligrapher & book artist from Germany. She's working on commissions on a wide field of sign-painting, lettering, logo-design and murals. In her free artwork she loves to follow the historic paths of alphabets and enjoys expressive transformation into the contemporary. Her art is shown both nationally and worldwide and is part of private and public collections like the Berlin Calligraphy Collection, the Center of Book Arts, San Francisco and the Int. Museum for Contemporary Calligraphy in Moscow. She is a member of German societies ars scribendi and Schreibwerkstatt Klingspor Offenbach (board member), CLAS fellow (Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society), full member of LX (Letter Exchange) in London and member of Friends of Calligraphy, San Francisco.



        Supply List:

        Workshop fee is $160. Please register and make payment using the "register" button at the top left. 

        This workshop is open to all SfC members. If you are not a member and wish to take this workshop please follow the directions on the SfC home page or click on the link below to become a member and then you can register for the workshop. Your workshop registration will not be final unless you are a fully paid SfC member.

        https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC

        Questions? Email sfc.solarnibs@gmail.com. 


        • September 27, 2025
        • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
        • Zoom - online

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        Sponsored by 

        Roman capitals with variations - Saturday, September 27, 2025   9:30am-12:30pm (Pacific Time)


        Details to follow

        • October 25, 2025
        • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
        • Zoom - online

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        Sponsored by 

        Saturday, October 25, 2025  9:30am-12:30pm (Pacific Time) 


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        • November 22, 2025
        • 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
        • Zoom - online

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        Sponsored by 

        Saturday, November 22, 2025  9:30am-12:30pm (Pacific Time) 


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        • February 13, 2026
        • 10:00 AM
        • February 16, 2026
        • 12:00 PM
        • TBA
        Register



        Deposit Registration will open very soon for our 2026 conference. The deposit amount is $50  ($25 of which is non-refundable.) A class priority number will be given to you in due course. Your ONE class for the conference will be allocated according to your priority number and the seats available in all the classes.

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