Bow Valley Calligraphy Guild. Calgary Lettering Artists.

The opening reception for the Kindred Spirits book arts exhibition will take place on June 8, 2026, from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall. Hosted by the CBBAG Calgary Chapter and the Bow Valley Calligraphy Guild, the reception will feature special make-and-take activities, refreshments, and presentations by distinguished guest speakers: Annie Murray and Dr. Rebecca Sullivan from the University of Calgary, and Cameron Treleaven, Owner of Aquilo Books in Calgary. All are welcome to the reception, but you must reserve a free ticket in order to attend. Go to the link and reserve your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/kindred-spirits-a-book-arts-exhibition-tickets-1988810189815?aff=oddtdtcreator

This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada.
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Congratulations to all of the Washington Calligraphers Guild Graceful Envelope Contest Winners!

2026 THEME: GREAT BEGINNINGS

And a very special CONGRATULATIONS to Valerie Louis, one of our very own talented calligraphers! Way to go Valerie!

Entrants were asked to celebrate an event that marked the beginning of something new—such as a collaboration, discovery, invention, or movement—that proved beneficial to society. Entries were judged by the representation of the contest theme, the quality of calligraphy or artistic lettering, and effective use of color and design including the incorporation of postage stamp(s).

We can’t wait to hear next year’s theme!

And once again, Happy 50th Anniversary to the Washington Calligraphers Guild!

We are please to announce our upcoming BVCG 45th Anniversary Public Exhibit to be held in Calgary this September.
BVCG members are invited to share their work with the public in our upcoming exhibit celebrating 45 years of lettering, learning and community!
This exhibit will explore how our Guild has grown and continues to evolve with our love of lettering and artistic expression.
Full details and registration form are available on the BVCG website. Please contact [email protected] with questions.

REGISTRATION OPEN! ONLY 6 SPOTS REMAINING!

Fusion of Forms: Inventing New Letters with Ann Purdy

Come join Ann in a hands-on lettering workshop where participants will invent original characters by exploring how lines and curves can evolve into new letterforms.

Ann will discuss layout and composition – how to arrange, balance, and integrate these invented letters into cohesive designs.

Date: Saturday, May 30 & Sunday, May 31, 2026

Location: St. Andrew's Heights Hall, Calgary

Registration fee:
Members: $125.00
Non-Members: $145.00

We are please to announce our upcoming BVCG 45th Anniversary Public Exhibit to be held in Calgary this September.

BVCG members are invited to share their work with the public in our upcoming exhibit celebrating 45 years of lettering, learning and community!

This exhibit will explore how our Guild has grown and continues to evolve with our love of lettering and artistic expression.

Full details and registration form are available on the BVCG website. Please contact [email protected] with questions.