About the
WCG
The Washington Calligraphers Guild promotes the study and practice of calligraphy while fostering a wider appreciation and deeper understanding of artistic hand lettering and related disciplines. A non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization, the Guild was founded in 1976 by acclaimed calligrapher Sheila Waters and her students.
and enjoy the friendships that develop as you enhance your artistry alongside creative people who share your interests. Among the many resources we provide to members are workshops and monthly programs to expand skills, scholarships for continued study, links of interest and free listings for freelancers who accept commissions. Membership is open to lettering artists of all skill levels, from professional scribes to enthusiastic beginners, and also to non-calligraphers who appreciate the lettering arts.
An all-volunteer organization now approaching its 50th year, the Guild has a proud history of members who give back as officers or working on committees. We are recognized as one of the most active groups in the world, as evidenced by our international membership roster, acclaimed journal Scripsit, hosting three Letterforums (International Calligraphy Conferences) and sponsorship of the Graceful Envelope Contest, now in its 30th year.
WCG's March 5 Online Program:
What Is A Flourish?
with Nina Tran
Wed March 5, 7:30-9pm ET on Zoom
Zoom opens at 7 for conversation.
Members free, no need to register.
Non-members $10, register here.
Nina Tran will guide us in dismantling the components of flourishes so we can learn how they work, and thus see for ourselves how to add flourishes to Copperplate capitals.
abcxyz by Charlie Hughes, © Washington Calligraphers Guild.
WCG logo and Roundel of the Seasons by Sheila Waters.
WCG's Graceful Envelope Contest Call for Entries
Theme: Go Fourth!
Please spread the word among adult artists and to schools because student entries are judged in three grade categories.
Postmark deadline: 3/31/25.
No entry fee!
The Fall Scripsit is out! Don't miss this tribute to Michael Clark, including his calligraphic and typographic portfolio and those who influenced him.
Current WCG members are receiving this now. To purchase.
Art:
Michael Sull
