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SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW MEMBERS FOR A LIMITED TIME: 

New members will receive a FREE link to two 2-hour long videos: 

Complete Beginners Intro to Broad-Edge Calligraphy and Complete Beginners Intro to Pointed Pen Calligraphy presented by our guild president, Karen Nordstrom Roberts. The videos cover all the basics for complete beginners: supplies including the recommended nibs, inks, and paper plus basic techniques and calligraphy principals for two of the major styles of calligraphy. This is a great way to start your calligraphy journey or dive into a quick refresher course. CLICK HERE to see  a description of the major calligraphy styles.


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DESIGN WITH NEULAND

Winter 2026 Online Workshop

THURSDAYS 6:30-8:30 P.M. EST 

MARCH 5, 12, 19, 26


Samples of Sue's Neuland Calligraphy designs

JOIN US THIS MARCH!

MEMBERS & NONMEMBERS ARE WELCOME

BEGINNERS WITH BASIC CALLIGRAPHY EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOME

This four-session workshop will be jam-packed with information regarding how to letter and design with Neuland.

In addition to learning Neuland and several variations of the hand, the general principles of what makes good design will be reviewed, including balance, layout, and contrasts.

Sue will share the many design techniques she uses in her work. Students will learn how to embellish letters, and receive recommendations regarding tools and papers to create different looks. In the last session, students will learn how to blind emboss using their own Neuland letters!

SAVE THE DATES! REGISTRATION OPENS APPROXIMATELY 6 WEEKS PRIOR TO EVENT START DATE.

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Weathergram by Carol DuBosch


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2025-26 Calligraphy Guild Pittsburgh Events

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We are planning a full year of calligraphy events - classes, play days, workshops. More details and registration information will be announced for each event soon. Most events open 6 weeks in advance.

September 28- Annual meeting & Bullet Journal & Brush Pens Play Day led by Lori Mitchell-Mahon

October 10 & 18 – Opening reception and calligraphy demo at a month-long exhibit at The Artists Hand gallery in Indiana, PA

November 15-16 - Lively Letters, Refreshed! 2-day workshop in-person with Julie Wildman

December 7 – Play Day - Sparkle Season with Karen & Lily – writing with metallics & holiday festivities

January 18 – Play Day - Casual flat-brush script with Andrew Paul

February 8 - Play Day - Watercolor Backgrounds with Teri Geever

March TBD Designing with Neuland - Online multi-week class with Sue Greenseth of Portland, OR

April 25-26 - Once Upon a Circle 2-day in-person workshop with Suzie Beringer of Bellingham, WA

May 17 – Play Day - Artists notebooks & studios with Anne Semmler







Upcoming events

    • February 08, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Carnegie Mellon University, Margaret Morrison Hall #203
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    Watercolor Backgrounds 

    Play Day



    At this play day, our member Teri Geever will introduce participants to watercolor painting techniques that are suitable for creating grounds for calligraphy. We will begin with basic watercolor washes - a flat, a graded wash, and a partial wash. We will then build additional layers over the basic washes. The additional layers may be representational or abstract. 

    • This play day is suitable for beginners, some prior calligraphy experience is encouraged. 
    • The event is free, but your RSVP is required to secure your spot. Attendance is limited.
    • A supply list will be provided upon registration.


    TERI'S BIO


    Teri Geever is a member of the Pittsburgh Watercolor Society and has served on the executive board. Teri teaches and exhibits in the Pittsburgh area. Teri holds an MA in Arts Education from the University of Pittsburgh School of Education. Teri has been a teacher in public and parochial schools, at community college, and area art centers. 


    Teri currently teaches adult classes in community settings. Teri lives in Shaler Township with her husband and two cats. 


    Parking Information

    Click HERE for a CMU map with driving and walking instructions. If you have any uncertainty about parking, please read the linked document.

    Street parking at CMU is free on Sundays. There are often spots on Margaret Morrison, Tech, and Frew Streets.

    Additional free parking is available a short walk from Margaret Morrison at the Morewood Parking lot at 1046 Morewood Avenue (it looks like a driveway between two buildings - Stever and Mudge Halls).

Past events

January 18, 2026 Sign Painter Casual Lettering
November 15, 2025 Lively Letters - Refreshed! with Julie Wildman
October 10, 2025 Calligraphy Exhibit Indiana PA
September 28, 2025 CGP - 2025 Annual Meeting & Play Day
September 28, 2025 Indiana Exhibit Submissions - Register by 9/15/25
May 18, 2025 Free Play Day - Fun with Flourishing
April 26, 2025 Breaking The Rules with Mike Gold
March 23, 2025 Play Day - Aleph Book
February 15, 2025 Calligraphy Rhythm & A Spark of Gold
January 12, 2025 Free Play Day - Monogram Design
December 08, 2024 Play Day - Decorating Names
November 02, 2024 Folded Pen Adventures with Carol DuBosch
October 06, 2024 Play Day: Make a Folded Pen
September 08, 2024 Annual Meeting 2024
June 02, 2024 Play Day: Cut-and-Paste
May 04, 2024 Pointed Pen Uncial with Mike Kecseg
April 06, 2024 Lively Lettering with an Irish Flair
April 05, 2024 The Book of Kells: Its History and Beauty, Friday Evening Lecture
January 09, 2024 Introduction to Uncial
December 03, 2023 Complete Beginner Intro to Broad-Edge Calligraphy
November 12, 2023 Judy Melvin Studio Visit (Full)
November 04, 2023 Monroeville Library reception
October 27, 2023 Monroeville Library Guild Exhibit
October 22, 2023 CGP Work / Playday
October 22, 2023 Exhibit Submissions - Register by 10/22/23
October 09, 2023 Nina Tran, Copperplate Intensive
October 07, 2023 Nina Tran, Copperplate Bootcamp
September 17, 2023 Annual Meeting
September 15, 2023 Complete Beginner Intro to Pointed Pen
August 06, 2023 Board Meeting
May 06, 2023 Mike Kecseg, Pointed Pen Blackletter (register by 4/28)
April 28, 2023 Mike Kecseg, Pointed Pen Blackletter registration due 4/28
April 08, 2023 Test Meeting
March 26, 2023 Test Class
March 25, 2023 Test Play Day
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