Lettering artists at all skill levels can never have too many resources for learning inspiration. Scroll to see our preferred suppliers, favorite artists, inspiring publications, and podcasts!
Hire a Calligrapher
Do you have a special upcoming event or project you need lettering for? Click below to see our Members who offer custom calligraphy services in Arizona.
Upcoming Workshops Hosted by CSA
- March 7 & 8: Wabi Sabi Ink Painting with Sherrie Lovler
- October 10 & 11: Folded Pen Alphabet Adventures with Carol DuBosch
Arizona Calligraphy Teachers
Visit each teacher’s page to learn more about the classes they offer!
Jodean Cooper — Intro to Copperplate and Pointed Pen Calligraphy. Located in Tempe, Arizona
Renee McAdam — Beginning Classes in Broad Pen Calligraphy, Pointed Pen Calligraphy, and Brush Pen Calligraphy. Located in Tucson, Arizona.
Resources for Beginner Calligraphers
We always recommend joining the Calligraphic Society, even if you’re just starting out.
Why?
We meet monthly in a semi-casual setting. Our meetings, included in the modest $30 annual membership dues, are led by experienced members, covering lettering techniques and adjacent projects. It’s like taking 8 free mini calligraphy classes a year!
We are always eager to learn about your practice, answer questions, and offer lots of guidance and suggestions.
In addition, you’ll be aware of upcoming calligraphy workshops you may be interested in.
If, however, you’re still in the “clicking around” phase of your calligraphy journey, here are a few sites to help you get your bearings and learn more.
Acorn Arts — online calligraphy and arts classes taught by experienced, renowned calligraphers
Beginner’s Guide to Calligraphy — a introduction to different types of calligraphy with links to learning calligraphy basics
Flourish Forum — an extensive online collection of tutorials and tips
IAMPETH — International Association of Master Penmen, Engrossers, and Teachers of Handwriting, promoting excellence in penmanship and educating about the lettering arts
Ink and Quill — another curated collection of links about the history of calligraphy and getting started with your practice
PAScribe YouTube Channel — educational videos about setting up your practice, featuring many different calligraphic hands, taught by Crown Office Scribe Paul Antonio
The Postman’s Knock — a resource for learning pointed pen calligraphy and improving your handwriting
Our Favorite Suppliers
Most calligraphers can agree that as we learn more and take on intricate projects, we accumulate a lot of stuff! Here are our favorite resources for purchasing supplies.
Clicking each vendor’s name below will take you to their webpage, and clicking the address will show you the physical location on Google Maps.
Additional Online Suppliers
Paper and Bookbinding Supplies
Artists We Admire
We draw inspiration from lots of different art-making and mark-making modalities, as calligraphy stretches over many art forms. Click below to see some of our favorites!
Inspiring Publications
Featured Article: Calligraphy: Meditation in Blackletter by CSA Member Maureen Kane
After extensive research, interviews, and calligraphy practice, Maureen had her article published in Arizona Attorney Magazine. It features interviews with lawyer-calligraphers and tips for beginners with lots of inspiring photos! You can click the title above to read the article, or download the PDF here. Enjoy!
Article: Oh, My Hand: Complaints Medieval Monks Scribbled in the Margins of Illuminated Manuscripts — The Marginalian
Article: The Women of the St. John’s Bible by Diane von Arx — St. John’s Bible.org
Calligraphy Crush Magazine — digital magazine for calligraphers, hand lettering artists, and creatives
Bound and Lettered Magazine — bookbinding, papercrafts, and calligraphy. Available as a subscription or by single issue
Letter Arts Review — art and design of original lettering. Available as a subscription or by single issue
Somerset Studio Magazine — mixed media journal including sample papers, tips, techniques, and artist prompts
Uppercase Magazine — a quarterly magazine for those inspired by craft, design, typography, and illustration
Podcasts
Calligraphy Masters Podcast — Podcast about the Journey of some the most successful and influential Calligraphy, Lettering and Sign-Painting artists from around the world.
The Calligraphy Podcast — a space for calligraphers to talk about, share and grow in their art–and cultivate community along the way.
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Links to Other Calligraphy Guilds
Arizona Correspondence Society
Friends of Calligraphy — San Francisco
Portland Society for Calligraphy