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.
Join us for Into the Heartland Artist Retreat
A CCC Members’ Conference in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Chicago Calligraphy Collective!
July 19-24, 2026
Eaglewood Resort & Spa
Itasca, IL 60143
Registration opens at 10:00 AM (CT) on August 22, 2025.
Retreat participants must be members in good standing of the Chicago Calligraphy Collective to register and place a deposit, and maintain membership through the 2026 membership year.
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.
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1976–2026
50 Years of the Chicago Calligraphy Collective
Announcing a 50th Anniversary Logo Contest!
Our Annual Tribute Fund Scholarship Grant
CCC Presents!
”Calligraphy and Miniaturism: Then and Now”
with Sherri Trial
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.
