Special Announcements
site last updated July 21, 2010
- All Oregon calligraphers are invited to submit artwork
to the All Oregon Art Annual, which is held in conjunction with the
Oregon State Fair August 27-September 26. This annual exhibit promotes
and supports Oregon artists in all media. The deadline for artwork
delivery is August 13. Also, volunteers to demonstrate calligraphy
are being recruited for 3-hour shifts throughout the Fair. See the News
page for more details.
- Thanks to Carol DuBosch for pictures from her students' final
projects at Lakewood Center. If you'd like to see more pictures
of other workshops or events, please send
them to the webweaver so we can spark fond memories and inspire
people who couldn't be there.
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Welcome!
The Portland Society for Calligraphy, located in Portland, Oregon, is a non-profit educational organization which promotes the study, teaching and practice of calligraphy and related disciplines. In existence since 1969, the Society sponsors classes, workshops, monthly programs, lectures, exhibits, calligraphy retreats, and an annual meeting. Publications include a membership directory and a newsletter. We include beginners, professional artists, and all levels in between. We welcome all letter, book, and paper artists. Our goal is to share and educate.
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Next meeting
Guests are always welcome to the General Meetings usually held on the second Monday of each month, September through June.
When: September 13, 2010 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: Calvin Hall at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 3228 SW Sunset Blvd. [directions]
What: TBA: Enjoy your summer![...more details & other events]
Next workshop
July 17-18: Pointed Brush with Carol DuBosch
The lively character and contemporary look of Pointed Brush letters make them enjoyable to write and give this script practical and creative use.This workshop will introduce students to the potential of the pointed brush as a calligraphic tool.
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