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.
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.
Save The Date!
Spring All-Members Meeting
Saturday, March 7th, 1-4pm
Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave, Room 111, Chicago
Join us as we kick off a year of special events and celebrations to honor the CCC's 50th anniversary. There will be special giveaways, raffle prizes, great food and fun! The CCC will be providing the food and beverages.!
And a very special treat! Our very own Linda P. Hancock, a member of the CCC since 1979, will give a short presentation about the Book of Kells. She has lectured on this ancient manuscript in adult classes at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in previous years and brings a depth of research on its production techniques. After the presentation, we will have the opportunity to view the IAHC’s amazing facsimile of the Book.
Keep an eye on our website, read the upcoming NibNotes (coming February 1) and see our Newsletter (coming March 1) for more details.
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.
