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calligraphy lettering arts society clas home about who we are fellows commissions membership individuals affiliated groups groups affiliated groups find affiliated groups special interest groups events clas creative art the letter art the letter exhibition 2026 festival of calligraphy exhibitions learning certificate of calligraphy liveonline national diploma in calligraphy specialist skills award fellowship clas bursaries resources teaching tutor assessment tutors talkers shop contact celebrating calligraphy and the lettering arts the calligraphy lettering arts society clas is the uk s leading organisation for calligraphy and the lettering arts since 1994 we have connected learners tutors and enthusiasts across the country and beyond creating opportunities to study share and enjoy the beauty of the written word join clas today about clas clas is a registered charity dedicated to the study practice and promotion of calligraphy and lettering arts our mission is to make the lettering arts accessible and inspiring bringing together people from all walks of life who are drawn to the creativity and discipline of beautiful writing from lively beginners taking their first steps with pen and ink to established professionals sharing expertise our society celebrates the full spectrum of the calligraphy world by joining clas you support an organisation that safeguards these traditions while encouraging innovation in modern calligraphy and contemporary lettering learn more about clas become a member membership membership of clas opens the door to a vibrant and supportive community of calligraphers and lettering artists it gives you access to exclusive resources discounts and opportunities while directly supporting the promotion of calligraphy across the uk benefits include the edge our highly regarded magazine filled with articles demonstrations book reviews and members work delivered regularly to your door discounted liveonline courses interactive online calligraphy classes led by clas accredited tutors and fellows ideal for learners at every level exhibition opportunities showcase your calligraphy through art the letter living letters and other clas curated events community and support connect with like minded people share your progress and enjoy the inspiration of being part of a national lettering arts society joining clas helps you grow as a calligrapher while contributing to the preservation and celebration of the lettering arts in the uk affiliated groups calligraphy is best enjoyed in community and clas proudly supports groups across the uk that bring people together to learn and create through our affiliated groups you can join local calligraphy communities in your area many groups welcome beginners offering regular workshops and opportunities to share knowledge and enthusiasm our interactive groups map makes it easy to find a society near you while our special interest groups connect people who want to explore specific scripts techniques or traditions from italic to copperplate from gilding to contemporary design joining a group is a wonderful way to build confidence make friends and stay motivated in your lettering journey explore groups events clas organises a range of inspiring events each year giving you the chance to learn share and celebrate the lettering arts together these occasions highlight the vibrancy of the calligraphy community and welcome participants at all levels clas creative a lively event at regent s university with talks stalls demonstrations and activities art the letter our annual exhibition showcases creativity across the lettering arts festival of calligraphy a week long event with workshops and social events culminating in a gala dinner what you can access through clas learning with clas clas offers one of the uk s most respected calligraphy learning pathways from beginner courses to advanced qualifications whether you re learning modern calligraphy or traditional scripts there s a route to suit your skills and ambitions certificate of calligraphy your first step on the clas ladder of progress building confidence in basic scripts liveonline courses interactive online classes taught by accredited tutors and fellows national diploma in calligraphy a respected qualification at foundation intermediate and advanced levels specialist skills awards focused training in scripts and techniques such as copperplate italic uncial gilding and heraldry fellowship the highest honour awarded by clas recognising outstanding mastery and creativity teaching with clas clas is committed to raising standards in calligraphy teaching and providing recognition for tutors who combine artistry with excellent educational practice tutor assessment a clear pathway to become a clas accredited tutor with routes for those with or without teaching qualifications tutors talkers directory a searchable list of accredited tutors and speakers offering workshops courses and talks clas bursary from autumn 2026 clas will be offering a small number of bursaries the first 12 to 18 months will be a pilot scheme and the criteria will be reviewed after this time clas members may apply for a bursary to enable them to access clas certificated awards liveonline courses foundational hand with jan mehigan four two hour delivery session on the following dates wednesday 16th september 2026 wednesday 30th september 2026 wednesday 14th october 2026 wednesday 28th october 2026 time 7 9pm bst gmt clas members 95 non members 120 we will learn the core elements and principles of classical foundational hand develop the skills of writing with a pen understand and create good letter form investigate easy letter and word spacing appreciate layout and paste up and grasp the importance of design buy tickets on eventbrite book here roman capitals with mary noble four two hour delivery session on the following dates thursday 17th september 2026 thursday 1st october 2026 thursday 15th october 2026 thursday 29th october 2026 time 7 9pm bst gmt clas members 95 non members 120 we will investigate how those romans worked their magic to create balanced well proportioned letterforms in their legacy of stone inscriptions and translate those through pen work to create beautiful lettering for use today employing variations of weight and size we ll find the best ways to create focus contrast and good layout buy tickets on eventbrite book here copperplate with david simons four two hour delivery session on the following dates wednesday 23rd september 2026 wednesday 7th october 2026 wednesday 21st october 2026 wednesday 11th november 2026 time 7 9pm bst gmt clas members 95 non members 120 this course will cover a brief history of copperplate where we will analyse good examples of the past we will examine and apply the stroke sequences for each lowercase and uppercase letter learn how to connect letters with the correct strokes and appropriate spacing these techniques can be combined to produce a finished piece of copperplate calligraphy buy tickets on eventbrite book here formal italic with liz barrow two two hour delivery session on the following dates thursday 22nd october 2026 thursday 5th november 2026 time 7 9pm bst gmt clas members 50 non members 65 this course aims to help you with understanding the structure of italic letter by letter in session 2 we will move on from letters to words and sentences considering spacing and layout buy tickets on eventbrite book here jewelled letters with gwyneth hibbett two two hour delivery session on the following dates thursday 12th november 2026 thursday 26th november 2026 time 7 9pm bst gmt clas members 50 non members 65 this workshop will teach you some techniques to paint a range of different jewels with easy to follow instructions we will then use what you have learned to decorate your own jewelled initial letter and adorn some calligraphy buy tickets on eventbrite book here join our community become a clas member and enjoy a wealth of benefits from receiving the edge magazine and clasnews updates to reduced fees for courses and competitions members also gain exclusive access to our diploma free entry to the annual exhibition and opportunities to exhibit their work become a member about about clas membership affiliated groups agm packs contact learning certificate of calligraphy national diploma liveonline specialist skills award fellowship legal policies content policy cookies gdpr health safety policy privacy terms conditions bursary t cs courses t cs festival t cs sales t cs follow follow clas is a charity registered with the charity commission of england and wales no 1046526 2026 clas all rights reserved