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Swap Quote and John Whitehead Award 2025

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Presentation by Violet Smythe

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In this fun class you will learn about pen manipulation and stroke work with a Folk Art, Borders and Floral theme in mind. The tool of choice... the Pilot Parallel Pen. The unique nib, created by Pilot, was designed specifically for calligraphy and lettering practice. The design allows the user to create thin lines or very thick strokes with j…

Annual Elections

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Following a short CSO AGM and Elections, founding member Judy Bainbridge will introduce you to Gothic Script, AKA Gothic Textura Quadrata, AKA Black Letter. We will do some writing. Judy will bring paper lined for a Pilot Parallel Pen size 3.8(green top). Please bring one if you have one. Judy will have a few to borrow and a few to buy ($15 cash).…

Calligraphy Day

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A full day of Calligraphic activities, including our annual planning meeting, an extensive ‘Calligra-flea-market’, and ‘Try Your luck’ – an opportunity to try out a variety of calligraphy tools.

NOTE: Time is not confirmed yet and is subject to change.

Holiday Card Swap 2024

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Whatever holiday you celebrate, create your calligraphic cards (suggest 5-20) and bring them to the meeting, where they will be ‘swapped' for cards from other members. All of your cards can be originals, or you can create one original and have it reproduced.