45th Anniversary
Dear members, we hope you will all join us at our 45th Anniversary Celebration as we come together, meet old friends, dine, reminisce, laugh, and enjoy the legacy that we have built. Invitations were sent via email and can also be found here.
Kindly RSVP with payment no later than October 1.
Uncial Script by Member Livia Clark
Handmade cards come in all shapes and sizes.
Exchanging cards with members builds friendships and connections within the Guild.
Mini-book by Yvonne Fontinell, Past President 2008-2012.
Welcome
Since 1980, we have enthusiastically come together from the Scranton, PA area and surrounding communities to share in our common love of beautiful writing. It is through our love of this art that we can promote the study and practice of calligraphy, nurture an appreciation for our art form, and learn and grow together.
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Our History
The Calligraphers' Guild of Northeastern Pennsylvania was founded in 1980 by five founding members: Melissa Conway Luther, Sheila Cutler, Rev. James Doyle, Eleanor Kraemer, and Margaret Towne. Charter members from 1980 also include four current members. Presently, our guild includes individuals from local counties of Lackawanna, Wayne, Monroe, Susquehanna, and Luzerne, the city of Scranton, as well as other cities, and also the states of New York, New Jersey, and even Tennessee!
Activities
GENERAL MEETINGS
accompanied by a featured presentation.
Free to members/friends held on Saturday mornings. Some hybrid and some zoom only.
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PRESENTATIONS
free at meetings
WORKSHOPS
Half day/full day workshops - Fee-based and suitable for both beginner and experienced calligraphers.
PRESENTERS and INSTRUCTORS
Workshop facilitators/presenters are selected from our guild as well as those with international renown.
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TOPICS
All Calligraphic Scripts both fun and formal
Broad Edged and Pointed Pen
Layout and Design
Pen & Brush Techniques
Illumination and Gilding
Related Paper Arts -
(embossing, marbling, card-making, paste paper, stamping, printmaking)
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PROJECTS
Round Robin, birthday cards, bookmarks
Group Projects: Calendar, Theme Booklets, Challenge!​​
Our Accomplishments
EXHIBITS
Held annually by our members in various locations and nearby communities. All members are encouraged to participate.
NEWSLETTERS
Our biannual newsletters inform our members of upcoming activities/events and are full of other relevant information including: detailed reviews of workshops, presentations, selections from our library, articles featuring member artists, and many tips and tricks.
LENDING LIBRARY
We are proud of the over 150 books and resources that we have collected through the years that have served as a rich source of information for all of our members.
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45 YEARS STRONG
It's our Anniversary! And we are planning some special projects. Join us now to celebrate with us!
Join Us!
The Calligraphers's Guild of Northeastern Pennsylvania invites anyone with an interest in Calligraphy and love of learning to join our group. There are many benefits to becoming a member. Dues are currently $20 per year. To see ALL of our Member Benefits and to download a mail-in form, click here.
Why become a member?
BE INFORMED
Receive 2 newsletters per year sent to your door and your inbox. Receive pertinent and timely emails. As a member you will be the first to hear about our workshops.
LEARN AND GROW
Attend all meetings and programs for free and workshops at our discounted member rate. Use our extensive lending library.
Participate in our annual exhibit, our birthday card exchange, and other activities. By being active in all of our Guild events you will foster your knowledge and advance your skills.
SHARE
YOUR PASSION
The best part of becoming a member is the friendly and generous support of your fellow members. You willl find that learning is easy in a noncompetitive and warm environment like our group.