Local calligraphy resources, including places to purchase supplies, classes, and tips and tricks.
Do you need a calligrapher?
Guidelines when hiring a calligrapher
Local Stores
Craft Bits and Pieces, Fairport Village Landing
Rochester Art Supply, West Main Street
Michael’s; stores in Greece, Pittsford, Henrietta, Webster
JoAnn’s stores
The Art Stop, Penfield Rd at 441, Penfield
Hobby Lobby in Webster, Henrietta
Dan’s Crafts and Things, Empire Blvd near 590
Calligraphy Classes in the Rochester Area:
- OASIS (Seniors Programs for those 50 years of age and older)
435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, (Monroe Community Hospital) 585-760-5440 - Town of Perinton, Recreation and Parks, Turk Hill Road, Perinton
585-223-5050
Adult Classes September - June, Kids classes in the summer - Town of Pittsford, Recreation Department, 35 Lincoln Avenue, Pittsford
585-248-6280
Adult classes September - June, Kids classes in the summer
In addition many Monroe County libraries hold a single, introductory, hands on program, for adults or teens. These include Irondequoit Public Library, Henrietta Public Library, Fairport Public Library, Gates Public Library, Charlotte Branch of the Monroe County Library System. Check their websites.
Many area school districts offer introductory programs. Contact your school district’s Community Education office.
R.I.T.
Each quarter a different hand is taught. Guild member Lorrie Frear teaches the classes. Contact R.I.T.
The Genesee Valley Calligraphy Guild does not endorse any particular resource. We provide this list as a reference tool only.
Tips & Tricks
Lettering
Practice Sheet for Roman Capitals
Roman Capital Practice Sheet with Dots
Paper Crafts