Finally, people you can talk with about all things writing, lettering, and calligraphy with people who get it!
You don’t need to be an intermediate calligrapher to qualify for membership in the Calligraphic Society. All levels are welcome!
We support beginners as they learn and grow in their calligraphic abilities. Whether in pencil, ink or paint, we gather to share and grow our passion for letterforms!
$30 Annual Membership Fee
Becoming a member is simple – the cost is just $30 annually, and you can join anytime throughout the year. Renew your membership each year during the month of January.
Click below to join online! You can also print our Membership Form and mail it in, or bring it with a check to your first meeting!
To gift a membership, click here!
Our Guild is a Great Fit if You . . .
- are new to calligraphy, hand lettering, and brush lettering
- love calligraphy and want to revive your lettering skills
- are new to Arizona and want to branch out and make new friends
- want to transition from guild to guild
- are a hobbyist or creative business owner
- have intermediate calligraphy skills and would like to learn more
Membership Benefits
- Be in community and inspired by like-minded creatives who share your love of letters
- Learn new techniques and scripts from experienced local calligraphers at monthly meetings
- Enjoy a discounted registration fee for 2-day calligraphy workshops with internationally recognized instructors
- Access our quarterly digital publication AlphaBits, packed with photos, tips, and reviews of calligraphy workshops — a wealth of inspiration!
- Access our generous Scrittore Archives, the Society’s printed publication from 1978-2002
- Access to recordings of our Monthly meetings since 2021, with presentations of calligraphic scripts and projects
- Get a free Freelancer Listing, accessible to anyone searching for professional calligraphers in Arizona
- If you teach calligraphy, have your classes listed on our Resources page
We would be happy to welcome you into our community as we explore the many creative possibilities of lettering, both historic and contemporary!
Calligraphic Society Monthly Meetings
The Callgraphic Society of Arizona meets in person on the 2nd Saturday of each month, from 10am to 4pm. We also broadcast most of our meetings to our members over Zoom and record them for later viewing.
Please note there is no monthly meeting when we are hosting a workshop! We also don’t hold meetings in December. Click below to learn more about joining us at a meeting!
Calligraphy Workshops
Sign up for our next calligraphy workshop! Each year, our Society hosts at least 2 weekend workshops, taught by internationally recognized calligraphers.
Become a Member
Share a little bit about yourself using the form below. Once you send it, you’ll be taken to our Paypal page to purchase your membership. Please specify “New Member” in the Paypal notes. Once you submit the form and payment, allow up to 3 to 5 business days for membership confirmation.
You can also bring a check for $30, payable to the Calligraphic Society of Arizona, or CSA for short, to your first meeting.
If you prefer to mail a check, click here.
Prefer to Mail a Check?
Click below to download and print our registration form. Send it with your check payable to CSA to the address on the form.
We are always looking for volunteers to share calligraphy skills at meetings, or to join the Board and help run the Calligraphic Society. If you have ideas or suggestions for meeting topics or workshops, we’d love to know!
Support the Calligraphic Society of Arizona
- Enroll us in your Fry’s Rewards Program
- Donate to CSA via Paypal
- Contact us to donate calligraphy supplies or books
