Welcome to the Chicago Calligraphy Collective.
We are an organization of individuals pursuing this beautiful art by study, collaboration and practice, practice, practice! We simply love to letter. Meet us at a workshop or at an exhibit—in class or at a conference. Come to a study group–we’ll be there. We welcome new members and encourage participation at all skill levels. Join us and learn more about this captivating and engaging form of fine art.
12th Night All-Members Meeting
Saturday, January 10th, 1-4pm
Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave, Chicago
Join your fellow CCC members on January 10th to kick off another year of calligraphic fun! The meeting will include our popular, lively “Australian Grab Bag.” If you’d like to participate, please bring a wrapped calligraphic- or art-related gift (no Christmas or Hanukkah items) valued at $25 that you purchased or made. Feel free to also bring a snack to share.
CCC Presents!
”Occupational Therapy” with Cyrus Highsmith
of Occupant Fonts
February 10, 2026, from 7pm - 9pm CST via Zoom
Join us for our next CCC Presents! as Cyrus Highsmith discusses his multidisciplinary art practice which includes type design, printmaking and, recently, sound.
Join us for Into the Heartland Artist Retreat
Everyone is welcome; CCC membership is not required.
July 19-24, 2026
Eaglewood Resort & Spa
Itasca, IL 60143
Registration opens at 10:00 AM (CT) on August 22, 2025.
Into the Heartland is a boutique artist retreat—a gentle pause—a deep breath of fresh air amid life’s hustles. It is an experience of connection, creativity and curiosity that will leave you renewed and enthused long after you return home. Come and gather for a time set apart from your regular everyday to intentionally create and learn together. This is your invitation to slow down, savor each moment and be wholly present.
Proceeds from Roman Holiday (2024 International Calligraphy Conference) have been used to help fund Into the Heartland 2026, allowing us to offset costs and make this event more affordable for participants. By supporting Into the Heartland, attendees are also helping us achieve our broader mission of sustaining in-person calligraphy opportunities.
Our Annual Tribute Fund Scholarship Grant
Members Who Teach
CCC Members who teach calligraphy are invited to submit their contact information
and a brief description of services for future inclusion on the website.
