Calligraphy Centre
S e l e c t e d L i n k s
Suppliers:
John Neal Bookseller For the most complete collection of calligraphic books and supplies
Paper, Ink and Books Another source for books and supplies
Twinrocker Paper makers of fine handmade paper for artists, bookbinders & calligraphers.
PaperHead Paper for art, craft, decorating, sculpting... the place to go if you want to fold one mambo creative paper airplane.
Scribblers A supplier in the UK. Calligraphy supplies, calligraphy lessons and the unique X-Height Calculator
This site has many calligraphers supplies, but additionally has a "guideline generator" to make guidelines you can create and print out on your printer. Great for practice and learning.
Publications & Information
History of Writing & Calligraphy: very thorough article on development, tools, techniques, examples, etc by Britannica.
Letter Arts Review Full color, beautifully designed magazine about the Lettering Arts / Calligraphy
Callig information site This site grew out of the Calligraphy Mailing List, a world wide forum for discussion and information exchange for anyone with an interest in Calligraphy
Signcraft Magazine The leading publication for signwriters & carvers, etc. Articles on, new techniques as well as the traditional craft, portfolios, leading signartists profiles, technical information & tips and tricks.
Groups & Societies
Alpha-Club Organization for western calligraphers based in Tokyo, Japan. Members are primarily those who live in Japan from Hokkaido through Kyusyu, but membership is open to all interested. News of workshops & newsletter (quarterly) From Beginner to Professional. A Wide array of exhibitions & learning opportunities.
CLAS • Carolina Lettering Arts Society The mission of the Carolina Lettering arts Society is to promote the study, practice, education in and appreciation of calligraphy, lettering and the book arts. Info on events and how to join, etc.
SSI Society of Scribes & Illuminators Oldest and considered most prestigious calligraphy Society
Guild of Bookworkers: Exhibit: Celebrate the alphabet with Abecedarium. A traveling exhibition of wonderful books celebrating the book arts.
NY Society of Scribes: One of the first societies started in 1974 after an inspirational workshop with Donald Jackson. Contains workshop info, gallery, joining and contact info.
Education / Workshops / Conferences
Odyssey 2010 is the 30th International Calligraphy Conference. Massachusetts, USA
Various other sites of interest
Word+Craft International Calligraphy Invitational There will be 63 participating calligraphy artists in the exhibition representing 24 states and 8 foreign countries. A variety of artwork, as well as historical pieces on loan from private collections, will encompass the exhibition. A special issue of Letter Arts Review, an internationally recognized publication, will present the works of Word + Craft, available for sale in The Main Gallery.
Saint John's Bible The Saint John's Bible will be the first handwritten, illuminated Bible in the modern era. It is being created by scribes in a scriptorium in Wales under the artistic direction of Donald Jackson, one of the world's foremost calligraphers and the Scribe to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Crown Office at the House of Lords.
Typofile Almost everything we know in the world can be described in just 26 letters--isn't that amazing?
Toko Schinoda A wonderful website of this Japanese artists' work which are mostly compositions using calligraphic marks . Very inspiring.
Cynscribe The most incredible links page for calligraphers / book artists / lettering people you are likely to ever find. A wonderful resource.
Calligraphy, Lettering Art & Artist Books curated by Cecilia • A comprehensive site highlighting the work of Australia's calligraphers as well as international galleries.
The Newberry Library This Library contains a wonderful manuscript collection and work of modern day scribes
Martin O'Brien • Cabinet Maker A furniture craftsman of the highest order who also does letter carving in wood, sometimes in collaboration with us.
Monique Lallier • Design Book Binder: Very beautiful and skillful work of French-Canadian book artist, now working in Greensboro, NC
Calendars by Bob Boyajian • A collection of 40 callgraphic calendars by Bob Boyajian. More will be added as he has done hundreds of them.
Barbara Yale-Read Website of her work and students at Appalachian State University. We thank her for contributing the notes from Moniques' class.
Metabolic Effect Fitness and Lifestyle company in North Carolina. Authors of the book: The New ME Diet.
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