The Edmonton Calligraphic Society is a non-profit organization formed in February 1986. The objective of the society is to develop and refine calligraphy and related crafts among members and to introduce and promote calligraphy as an art form to the general public in and around Edmonton. If you wish to see previous posts, please go to our Blog page.
Beginners are welcome & encouraged to join the Edmonton Calligraphic Society. No previous experience is necessary.
Contact: edmcalligraphy@gmail.com
Membership is NOW available on Eventbrite for the 2024/25 Membership year. An annual membership costs just $49.26 for Canadian Members and $59.91 for USA/International members and provides you with member benefits from July 1st/2024 through June 30th/2025. For more information on Membership benefits go to our Membership page.
Memberships for the 2024/25 Membership year are available now.
Canadian Membership is available now – ECS Canadian Members’ Registration
US/International Membership is available now – ECS US/International Members’ Registration
WE ARE WORKING TO PROVIDE YOU WITH AN EXCITING YEAR OF CALLIGRAPHY INSTRUCTION AND DEMONSTRATIONS DELIVERED TO YOU IN PERSON AND VIRTUALLY.
Next Meeting
October 2, 2024 in person. Doors open at 5:30 pm.
Membership gives members access to the monthly meeting classes. Please go to this link to learn more about membership benefits OR to become a member: Membership
The Edmonton Calligraphic Society (ECS) will be hosting General Meetings in person and there will be 4 meetings done virtually for the 2024/25 year. General Meetings are designed to provide ECS members with the time and space to practice their calligraphy, gain valuable feedback and advice from fellow letterers, and learn about upcoming calligraphic events and volunteer opportunities.
Mailing Address: PO Box 32033, 607 2331 66 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6K 4C2
The 2024/25 Membership year will be a combination of in person and online. Normally, General Meetings are typically hosted on the first Wednesday of the month from 6:00 – 8:50 PM at the Millwoods Seniors and Multicultural Centre, 2610 Hewes Way NW, Edmonton, AB. Please note that this address also houses the Millwoods Public Library.
A reminder that our membership year is from July 1st to June 30th.
Latest
Miniature Fall Watercolour Book
October 26th, 2025 Time: 10 am to 3:00 pm Place: The Artelier, 10045 81 Avenue Northwest Edmonton, AB T6E 1W7 Register at: Eventbrite Join us for a day of fall inspired artistry to... READ MORE
Fall Workshop
Cecilia Boschi will be teaching our fall workshop via ZOOM . To register for this workshop please click on this highlighted link: Pretty Paisley Letters. ECS – Pretty Paisley Letters with Cecilia Boschi... READ MORE
Weathergrams
Weathergrams Our theme for the Weathergrams is Four Strong Winds which reflects the spirit and beauty of Alberta. Here is the song which is being performed at one of our local music festivals: Four... READ MORE
April Meeting
Date: Wednesday, April 3 Time: 6 to 9 pm. Doors open to public at 5:45 pm. Spencerian Splendour with Renita Land This delicate hand is based on the teachings of Roger Platt Spencer.... READ MORE
March Mentor Meetup
Here is the link to register or for more information: Eventbrite Watercolour Textures for Calligraphy and Playful Pencil Letters (an in-person event) Date and time Sat, Mar 30, 2024 10:00 AM – 4:00... READ MORE