We are a non-profit organization catering to all levels of lettering enthusiasts. The members of our society include professional calligraphers, tutors and hobbyists with an interest in lettering arts; ranging from traditional, contemporary and experimental forms.
We conduct regular workshops from learning a new script to papermaking, book binding and a range of associated craft activities.
Our objectives are to provide affordable workshops on a regular basis, open to both Southscribe members and non-members. We also hold social ‘hands on’ workshops on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 1-4pm to enable members and non-members the opportunity to meet, exchange ideas and practise their lettering.
Our courses are held at:
Sylvania Community Hall
Canberra Road Sylvania NSW
Australia
Calliart Afternoons are $20.00 for members and $25.00 for non-members, all welcome.
As calligraphers we often refer to our "Usual Calligraphy Gear" so to help you out when attending one of our workshops or Calliarts afternoons, Calligraphy Southscribes, Inc. recommends the following:
- Layout pad;
- Dip nibs, e.g. Brause, Mitchell, Speedball**
- Nib Holders**
- Pencils - HB or F
- Eraser
- Ruler
- Non-waterproof black ink, e.g. Chinese ink
- Gouache or watercolour paint if you wish to write in colour
- If using paint - mixing brushes/water jar/ palette
- Rags/paper towel/tissues - for wiping nibs and keeping areas clean and tidy
- Slope board (if you have one).
We recommend Eckersleys at Caringbah for all your equipment.
