SPONSORED BY SFC'S INLAND EMPIRE CHAPTER
THIS SESSION IS FULL. YOU MAY SIGN UP ON THE WAITLIST. IF THERE IS ENOUGH INTEREST, WE'LL CONSIDER ASKING CHERYL TO ADD A REPEAT SERIES.
Three Monday evening sessions with Cheryl Jacobsen, October 6, 20 & 27, 6:30 to 8:30 PM (PDT).
$75 (all paid workshops are for Members-only.) No refunds, since this is recorded and accessible for three months.
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.
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.
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 at your earliest convenience as we may not be able hold your spot in the workshop, since others may be waiting for it.
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 July 8. No refunds, since this is recorded.
Questions? Kristi Darwick at iepvworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org
SPONSORED BY SFC'S SAN DIEGO CHAPTER
Three Thursday evening sessions with Cheryl Jacobsen, October 9, 23 & 30, 6:30 to 8:30 PM (PDT).
INSTRUCTOR: NINA TRAN
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:
Skill Level: Open to all skill levels. Familiarity with a broad-edged pen is recommended.
Learn a standardized set of Fraktur capitals that can be used with Fraktur minuscules and adapted to or used with other Gothic styles, including Gothic Textura, Gothicized Italic, and Gothic Cursive. This class will teach you letter proportions and step-by-step formation of each letter.
Workshop Fee: $35.00 - no refunds.
This is a 3-hour workshop with a 15-minute break halfway through. This workshop will be recorded and the recording will be available until November 17, 2025.
Zoom link and handouts will be sent a few days before the start of the workshop.
ABOUT NINA:
Nina Tran is a Los Angeles-based calligrapher whose love for learning letters has turned into a pursuit of understanding what it means to lead a creative life. She teaches a variety of scripts including Copperplate, Spencerian, Gothic Textura, Fraktur, Gothicized Italic, Gothic Cursive, as well as monoline styles. When she is not fiddling with the alphabet, she enjoys reading, sketching, and being out in nature.
WORKSHOP SUPPLY LIST:
REMINDERS:
If you have any questions, please email Alessandra at sfcworkshops@gmail.com .
Please remember that all SfC events are organized by volunteers. Please respect their time and efforts in organizing these events.
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
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.
PRESENTER: Marie Fredriksson
Sponsored by
Angles with attitude: Drawing bold letters with an edge - Discover the playful power of letters that bend the rules
Saturday, October 25, 2025 9:30am-12:30pm (Pacific Time)
$40 (paid workshops are for Members, only) No refunds--recording will be available for three months. Please ignore the automatic prompt to pay and check your email for our message containing the payment link, as well as instructions for those who wish to pay by check. Questions/comments? please contact Kristi at sdworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org .
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: If you, like me, enjoy taking your letters off the beaten path, this class is for you. We will dive into one of my favorite techniques for adding a bit of playful quirkyness and maybe even a little attitude to letterforms, drawing them almost entirely with straight strokes and angles.
These bold, graphic forms are surprisingly easy to create, and open up for all kinds of creative experimentation. We'll explore rhythm, contrast and scale, using different drawing tools to sketch, refine, and play. No prior lettering experience is required - just a curiosity for letterforms and willingness to try something new!
All levels welcome. Recording will be available for three months.
ABOUT MARIE: Marie Fredriksson is a calligrapher based in southern Sweden, with a passion for calligraphy that started in her early teens. During the pandemic, Marie expanded her formal calligraphy skills by attending a variety of online classes focusing on letter drawing. This marked a pivotal shift in her artistic approach, transitioning from traditional calligraphy with nibs and ink to exploring drawn letterforms using pencils and other drawing tools. Her work spans from minimalistic pencil work to colorful and inventive lettering. She cites Jurgen Vercaemst, Yukimi Annand, Yves Leterme and Elmo van Slingerland as her most significant influences. You can see more of Marie's work on Instagram: @kalligrafen
1. FIRST PRESS THE REGISTER BUTTON. Once you have pressed the Registration button, please give it a little time. You will receive an invoice from our computer system for your records. You'll also 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.
2. Second, make a payment of $40 via PayPal or check. Please do this as soon as possible to avoid cancellation of your spot in the workshop. PLEASE DON'T PRESS THE PAYPAL SUBMIT BUTTON MORE THAN ONCE. WE ARE CHARGED SUBSTANTIAL FEES, EVEN WHEN WE REFUND. If you're not sure the payment went through, please check your PayPal account or check with Kristi.
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.
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. No refunds--this is recorded.
Questions? Contact Kristi at sdworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org
SAVE THE DATE!
Three Monday evening sessions with Cheryl Jacobsen, November 3, 10 & 17, 6:30 to 8:30 PM (PDT).
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025, 6:30-8PM PDT
No charge for these Study Group Sessions. This month, Sharyn Sowell will demo.
PLAYFUL ROMANS: Set aside the rules and play with Romans in lines that wander and bend, letters that tuck inside one another or ascenders and descenders that escape into the lines above or below. We will experiment with flourishes and variations of form. There is joy of learning the proper rules and proportions and also in setting them temporarily aside and letting them run a little bit wild.
These sessions 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.
We plan to record this session. Kristi asks that you remind her!
Flexible Schedule for the evening:
6:30 - 6:45 Announcements
6:45 - 7:45 Seriffed pen-written Romans, informally placed in undulating lines.
7:45 - 8:00 Opportunity for those who wish to share what they've completed during the session (and over the summer) and time for questions.
SUPPLY LIST:
The supplies you’ll need are only the things you love most and use most often.
Please have the basics close at hand:
Please also be ready with a quote or two if you’d like to work with specific words of your choice. The handouts will include a selection to inspire you if you prefer that.
Be prepared for a relaxed session of letter play! If you’re like me you may want a little chocolate to make the evening even sweeter.
Membership in SfC is not required
Zoom invitation and handouts are sent a couple days in advance.
It's not guaranteed that you'll receive them beforehand, if you sign up the day of this event.
IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Sponsored by the Inland Empire Saturday, November 8, 2025 – 10:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. (PST)
Fee: $20 (paid workshops are for Members, only). No refunds unless your spot can be filled from a waitlist.Please ignore the automatic prompt to pay and check your email for our message containing the payment link, as well as instructions for those who wish to pay by check.
Questions? Contact: Kristi at iepvworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org
IN-PERSON at the La Verne Public Library, 3640 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
ABOUT THIS EVENT:
We will be taking a look into the marvels of the Uncial hand, using Parallel Pens. The beauty of this lettering style is that it can be stacked tightly on the page with very little interlinear space and thus fit a lot onto the page. With fun and interesting exercises, we will expand our knowledge of Uncial, create some appealing pages and have a great time along the way.
The Uncial script originated in the 2nd to 4th centuries. It was the primary book hand used in religious texts until the 9th century. It continued to evolve and was used in the hierarchy of scripts beginning in the Carolingian era. Today, this elegant alphabet may be used alone or combined with other hands. I love the rhythm of round and upright strokes that gives this hand its distinctive appearance. Suitable for beginners and above
ABOUT BARBARA: Barbara is an internationally known calligrapher/artist and teaches in southern California, across the US and Canada. She thoroughly loves teaching and sharing with students. She also teaches online global classes through Zoom and loves the idea of reaching so many people. Her work includes a wide variety of lettering styles and mixed media applications. She has exhibited her work across the country as well as in many private collections. Her work has creative passion while showing the exhilaration of discovery in playful experimentations with skillful execution. Barbara has taught at several International Lettering and IAMPETH Conferences. She has designed the logo for Somerset Studio Magazine and the Calligraphy Collection font cartridge for Cricut. She has also designed several greeting cards for Marcel Schurman, now Papyrus.
www.barbclose.com
barbara.close – FB & IG
We will stop for a 1/2 hour lunch, as well as the usual mid-morning and mid-afternoon breaks. Coffee & Tea will be provided. Feel free to bring a snack to share.
REGISTRATION: You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds unless your spot can be filled from the waitlist.
2. Payment instructions will be automatically emailed to you – PLEASE ALLOW TIME FOR THE EMAIL TO ARRIVE. Make a payment of $20 via PayPal or check. Please do this at your earliest convenience as we may not be able hold your spot in the workshop, since others may be waiting for it.
Enrollment is limited to 20 students, including 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. No refunds unless your spot can be filled from a waiting list.
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.
BOTANICAL PRINTING ON LEATHER with Linda Illuminardi
San Gabriel Valley Regional Group Sponsored Workshop
Contact Sylvia Kowal at cookieink@aol.com for more information and to register.
Workshop fee is $75.00, only 10 spaces available.
One piece of leather approximately 8"x16" is included in the fee. This is a good size for a tri-fold book cover.
SPONSOR: Society for Calligraphy
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Join us for 2 hours of fun wreath ideas for your holiday cards. We will use materials we already own and create various styles to make festive cards. Step-by-step instructions will be given. This workshop is an outreach program, open to all - members and non-members.
*** The class will be recorded and available for 30 days. ***
SUGGESTED SUPPLY LIST:
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Barbara is an internationally known calligrapher/artist and teaches in southern California, across the US and Canada. She thoroughly loves teaching and sharing with students. She also teaches online global classes through Zoom and loves the idea of reaching so many people. Her work includes a wide variety of lettering styles and mixed media applications. She has exhibited her work across the country as well as in many private collections. Her work has creative passion while showing the exhilaration of discovery in playful experimentations with skillful execution. Barbara has taught at several International Lettering and IAMPETH Conferences. She has designed the logo for Somerset Studio Magazine and the Calligraphy Collection font cartridge for Cricut. She has also designed several greeting cards for Marcel Schurman, now Papyrus.
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
1) Cost is $20. Register by clicking the "REGISTER" button at the top left of this page and complete payment. If payment is not received with registration, your registration will be cancelled. No refunds will be issued.
REGISTRATION CLOSES MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2025.
If you have any questions, email virginiafarrjones@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.
Presenter: Marie Fredriksson
LETTERS IN COLOR: A PLAYFUL, PRACTICAL APPROACH
Smart, subtle and splashy ways to bring your letters to life
$40 (paid workshops are for Members, only) No refunds. Recording will be available for three months. Please ignore the automatic prompt to pay. Please check your email for a message containing the payment link, as well as instructions for those who wish to pay by check.
Questions/comments? Please contact Kristi at iepvworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org.
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: Letters truly come to life with a touch of color. But color doesn’t always have to shout. Sometimes a soft whisper is enough to bring depth and interest to your lettering.
In this hands-on class, I’ll walk you through how I use color as a thoughtful companion to letterforms, mood, and meaning. We’ll explore drawing and painting tools, and I’ll share my favorite go-to methods (some surprisingly simple) for adding color in ways that enhance your letter.
You don’t need to be a color wizard to enjoy this class – just curious and ready to play. Whether you’re a total beginner or a fellow letter nerd, you’ll pick up new ideas, clever tricks, and maybe even a joyful “aha!” moment.
ABOUT MARIE: Marie Fredriksson is a calligrapher based in southern Sweden, with a passion for calligraphy that started in her early teens. During the pandemic, Marie expanded her formal calligraphy skills by attending a variety of online classes focusing on letter drawing. This marked a pivotal shift in her artistic approach, transitioning from traditional calligraphy with nibs and ink to exploring drawn letterforms using pencils and other drawing tools. Her work spans from minimalistic pencil work to colorful and inventive lettering. She cites Jurgen Vercaemst, Yukimi Annand, Yves Leterme and Elmo van Slingerland as her most significant influences.
You can see more of Marie's work on Instagram: @kalligrafen
REGISTRATION: You must be a member both when you register and when the class is held. If your membership lapses, you become ineligible and your space will be filled from the waiting list. Pay by check or PayPal. No refunds--this is recorded and available for three months.
Questions? Contact Kristi at iepvworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org.
2. Payment instructions will be automatically emailed to you (please ignore the automated prompt to pay) – PLEASE ALLOW TIME FOR THE EMAIL TO ARRIVE. Make a payment of $40 via PayPal or check. Please do this at your earliest convenience as we may not be able hold your spot in the workshop, since others may be waiting for it.
Presenter: Veronica Phillips. SAVE THE DATE!
WORKSHOP WILL OPEN SOON
Wednesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 2026 Online - Zoom
$80 - PAID WORKSHOPS ARE OPEN TO MEMBERS, ONLY
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: Join us for a journey into creativity, introspection, hand lettering and play. We will start with two full sheets of Arches Text Wove and will create spaces and areas to design our own unique art.
To begin, we will review and warm up with Casual Romans and variations. Playing with variations of our own handwriting and favorite calligraphic hands will be explored.
Prompts will be offered to provide some introspection and contemplation. We will also use poetry, quotes and your own personal journaling. We will continue with a variety of art techniques, color play, and design. Collage, mask making, rubber stamps, small gel plate, watercolors, stencils, washi tape, masking and more will be techniques for our class.
The final step on this journey will be bookbinding. We will tear down our colorful sheets and sew the books with a unique binding technique.
This is a fast paced, fun and playful class. It will be a doorway for you to continue in your book at anytime in your art practice. Beginners and experts alike are welcome.
The supply list will be sent immediately upon registration. Handouts and Zoom link will be provided a week in advance. Sessions will be recorded and available for three months.
ABOUT VERONICA: I began my Calligraphy journey in the late 80's. I was fortunate to study with Reggie Ezell year long class program and then three semesters with Tim Botts. My true love has always been Roman Letters. Studying with Peter Thornton has given me the discipline and creative permission to explore this art form for many years. In addition to Calligraphy, I do enjoy bookbinding and all sorts of mixed media play. I am now retired and able to enjoy the time and freedom it offers. I live in the Arizona desert and am a member of The Calligraphic Society of Arizona.
Another Example: Uncut, unbound page spreads from our friend Joyce in Gilbert, AZ:
Enrollment is for current paid Society for Calligraphy members only. Your membership must be current at time of sign-up as well as when class is held. No reservation will be held until your dues are current. If your membership lapses, you become ineligible. (To become a member: https://societyforcalligraphy.org/Join-SfC) No refunds unless your space can be filled from the waitlist. For confirmation and prompt receipt of supply list, we recommend that your payment arrive no later than two weeks before the workshop. You do not have a spot in the workshop until you receive a confirmation email.
After completing the first step of registration, an automatic email will be sent with a PayPal button, plus instructions, should you prefer to pay by check. If you don't receive that email within a few minutes, please check your spam folder. If you don't find it there, please contact Kristi.
Questions? E-mail Kristi Darwick at sdworkshops@societyforcalligraphy.org
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.
SAVE THE DATE! More details to follow.
Saturday, January 24, 2026 10:00am-1:30pm (Pacific Time)
Free Outreach Program
Details to follow
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2025, 10:00AM-1:30PM PST
SAVE THE DATE - DETAILS TO FOLLOW
No charge - Outreach
ABOUT THIS PROGRAM:
Join us! We’re painting a colorful kissing fish design
that is actually a Zoomorphic from a 9th century Spanish manuscript.
In this paint along you are:
• Welcome to use you choice of colors as long as they’re middle tones so that we can shade and highlight your painting.
• Welcome to use your favorite medium such as gouache, watercolors, color pencils or take this opportunity to play and experiment with new materials.
• Use your favorite brand of small brushes just be sure they’re round and pointed
• Upon registration you will receive the materials list and the Pattern. The Pattern is yours to keep and use forever. Print out the Pattern on your favorite paper that will go thru a copier. I recommend Arches Text Wove.
This is a relaxed ONLINE class. The mic is open for questions and solutions. There’s a lot of sharing and individual attention to your work.
OPTIONAL:
Deposit Registration is open for our 2026 conference. The deposit amount is $50 (of which $25 is refundable until November 15, 2025). After March 1, 2025, your class assignment will be based on your preferences on a first come, first served basis. We can not guarantee your first choice but we are confident you will get one of your three choices.
The venue for 2026 will be the Sonesta Hotel Los Angeles Airport. Join us for this amazing event!
The updated brochure can be found here: https://societyforcalligraphy.com/Conferences
Please read the brochure carefully for all information and if your questions are not answered then please contact the Registrar at lettersregistrar@gmail.com.
Your confirmation email will indicate the next steps for registration.
