Our Creative Mission
Our purpose is to nurture a strong and harmonious connection between the hand, the eye, and the mind through the practice of calligraphy and lettering. We are here to assist in diligent practice, in thoughtful inquiry, and in ongoing artistic development, wherein mastery is achieved not through tricks or shortcuts, but through knowledge, patience, and regard for the craft.
Respect for tradition
Clarity through structure
Growth through practice
Expression with intention
Craft Built Over Time
Every element of the LetterCalliArt approach is shaped by sustained observation and refinement. Concepts are introduced in a measured fashion, in order to allow time to consolidate before introducing greater complexity. This approach fosters consistent improvement and facilitates the transformation of careful repetition into beautiful and fluid lettering.
Unlike many other lettering courses, which focus on how quickly and how much one can create, our techniques are built on a foundation of slowing down and paying attention. This approach enables the student to establish control and to develop an awareness of proper proportions, spacing, and rhythm that can be applied to all lettering.
Who We Are
LetterCalliArt is a cooperative endeavor. It is comprised of a group of lettering artists who are committed to the practice and promotion of lettering as an art. We are interested in presenting universal principles that transcend stylistic trends and in serving a community that seeks to understand and to learn in an ongoing and inquiring way.
Process driven learning
Balanced creative mindset
Attention to detail
Sustainable skill growth
Read And Explore
We will also be publishing a series of articles about lettering and art. These are opinion pieces, musings, and thoughts about making and about the artistic process, garnered from years of making art.
The journal serves as a quiet companion to practice, offering perspective rather than instruction. We hope you will join us on this journey of creative exploration.