Graceful Envelope Contest: The Superlative Letter S

A fun way to jump-start a creative 2014 is by entering the Graceful
Envelope Contest, conducted by the Washington (DC) Calligraphers Guild and
the National Association of Letter Carriers.

The 2014 theme, The Superlative Letter S, asks calligraphers to create a
Graceful Envelope by symbolizing some sentiment starting with the letter S and
addressing it in sublime or spirited script. Deadline is March 24, 2014;
there is no entry fee.

See the Call for Entries
<http://www.calligra phersguild. org/envelope. html>for rules and a
downloadable
flier <http://www.calligra phersguild. org/PDF/2014Grac efulEnvCall. pdf>.
Please spread the word among your guilds and local schools, because there
are three separate categories for children. Winners will be chosen based on
artistic hand lettering, creative interpretation of the theme and effective
use of color and design, including incorporation of postage stamp(s).

Get inspiration or just enjoy the eye candy by viewing past winning
envelopes. Links are at http://www.calligra phersguild. org/envelope. html

--Lorraine Swerdloff
Graceful Envelope contest coordinator

<http://www.calligra phersguild. org/envelope. html>

Calligraphic Quote

Dear Members and Followers,

How about a calligraphic quote:

"Contained in every bottle of ink is at least one good letter - so keep dipping!" - overheard in a Peter Thorton class

 http://www.dancingpencalligraphy.com/misc/CalligraphyQuotes.html

Alpha Erasers - Workshop

Dear Members and Followers,

We are lucky to have a well known Canberra Calligrapher, Pam Kemp, holding a workshop for us on the 8 February. Pam describes this workshop as:

"A fun relaxed way to create an alphabet with a difference and add another dimension to your calligraphic creations. Using the prepared erasers and combining them with lettering, a splash of colour and a touch of gold we will make a finished piece of calligraphy and explore ideas for some smaller projects."

Contact the workshop coordinator for bookings. 

Put It in Your Diary

Hello Members and Followers,

If you are organising your 2014 diaries now or soon remember to record the following dates:

Back to Basics - Saturday - 1 February 2014 - 1pm to 4pm with Gloria Scott. If you are interested in beginning Calligraphy or feel the need to review, this afternoon workshop is just for you. Gloria will really get us back to basics and introduce potential calligraphers to the basic knowledge that you need to know to begin your calligraphy travels. While those more experience may benefit with a refresher before the new calligraphy year starts.

Uncial - Wednesday - 12 February 2014 to 19 March 2014 -7pm to 9pm with Cathy Sayer. A relaxed six weeks learning the Uncial hand which is great for beginners as an introduction to Calligraphy. More experienced calligraphers are welcome to perfect this hand and pick up some hints and help along the way.
 

Merry Christmas to All

Dear Members and Followers,

We wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. May Santa bring you some calligraphy goodies for your stocking!

Talk - Painted Portals

Dear Members and Followers,

Painted Portals: Medieval Illuminated Manuscripts, their Makers and Readers

Presented by National Library of Australia

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Event Details

Where

Conference Room
Level 4
National Library of Australia
Parkes Place
Canberra
ACT 2600

When

Monday 2 Dec 2013 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm (Australia/Canberra)

Closing date

Monday 2 Dec 2013 6:00pm (Australia/Canberra) 

 https://register.eventarc.com/view/18820/talk-painted-portals-medieval-illuminated-manuscripts-their-makers-and-readers

Canberra Calligraphy Society Presents

Dear Members and Followers,

Canberra Calligraphy Society are holding their annual exhibition. Details below: