The 34th International Calligraphy Conference Sonoma State University July 25 to August 1, 2015Marcia Friedman | Melissa Titone | Co-Directorsinfo@thepassionatepen.org | www.thepassionatepen.org

one-day class rates (sunday, july 26)

tuition only: $150Conference fee includes tuition for Sunday workshop (6 hours), breaks, Sunday trade show admission, and Sunday evening program. No meals. Student Discount Rate (with student ID or under 18): $125

tuition, meals & saturday overnight package: $270Conference fee includes tuition for Sunday workshop (6 hours), breaks, Saturday night opening program and evening social, Sunday trade show admission, on-campus double-occupancy room (Saturday, July 25) and three meals (Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, Sunday lunch).

full week rates

double room resident: $1,800Conference fee includes tuition for week-long workshops (30 hours), double-room occupancy (shared bath with roommate) for 7 nights, meals (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners; Tuesday dinner is on your own), breaks, programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

single room resident: $1,895Same as above, except single room with private bath.

full week commuter: $1,100Conference fee includes tuition for week-long workshops (30 hours), breaks, programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

full week commuter with meal package: $1,290Conference fee includes tuition for week-long workshops (30 hours), breaks, 6 lunches, 6 dinners, programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

non-participant: $975Non-participant registered with full-week participant, double-room occupancy. Includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners (Tuesday dinner is on your own), programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

A CReATIve RoMANCe wITh LeTTeRS

info@thepassionatepen.org | www.thepassionatepen.org

IgnIte your creatIvIty in the company of the world’s leading calligraphers, letterers and book artists. Join us for one day or the whole week.

Conference Fees

About The Passionate PenGather with other calligraphers from across the globe to study and share your love of the calligraphic arts. Join us at Sonoma State University, in Rohnert Park, California, (50 miles north of San Francisco) for a stimulating week exploring all aspects of the field: calligraphy, typography, book arts, printmaking, paper craft and more.

open to all who have an interest in the lettering arts. Delve into a creative environment, experiment in different media and explore your creative reach. Connect with old friends and make new ones in the splendor of wine country.

The ClassesClasses are available for all levels of experience (beginners welcome!) and include a wide variety of lettering styles, paper arts, printmaking, design, book arts, painting, drawing, glass, ceramics, and so much more. All classes are hands-on. (Please visit our website for more information.)

Attend the full week—a one-day class plus a four-day class (3 full days and 2 half days)—or just sign up for a one-day class. Choose from 56 one-day classes offered on Sunday, July 26 and 39 four-day classes that run from Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31. All classes are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm with a two-hour lunch except Tuesday and Friday, which are morning sessions only.

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The Conference Experience

evening programs

■ Carl Rohrs—noted Bay Area lettering artist and internation-ally known teacher

■ Dale Dougherty—founder and CEO of Maker Media, Inc., Make Magazine, and Maker Faire

■ Ewan Clayton moderates a panel discussion on the future of calligraphy—panelists include Mike Gold, Annie Cicale, Monica Dengo and Jovica Veljovic

■ Loredana Zega—Slovenian calligraphic performance artist

week-long vendors*■ John Neal, Bookseller: books on calligraphy and related arts■ Paper & Ink Arts: a wide variety of art supplies■ Scribe Store: a consignment shop featuring artwork by

faculty, participants and other lettering artists. A wide variety of calligraphic and lettering art will be for sale including calligraphic originals, limited editions, posters, greeting cards, handmade and printed books, jewelry, T-shirts, and much more. The Scribe Store will be centrally located, open Saturday, July 25, through Thursday, July 30.

one-day commercial trade show*On Sunday, July 26, a wide variety of calligraphic arts suppliers will exhibit and sell their products.

four exhibitions*■ Faculty Show■ Georgia Deaver Retrospective■ Calligraphy from the Berlin Archive■ Love Letters — Decorated envelopes

exciting excursions

On Tuesday afternoon, participants will be able to choose from three excursion options: ■ Trip to Berkeley for a guided tour of the Bancroft Library

manuscript collection and the East Asian Library, shopping and dining afterwards;

■ Wine Country Tour to selected Sonoma County wineries, visit olive oil tasting rooms and enjoy shopping and dining in beautiful Sonoma Square;

■ San Francisco Tour which includes a visit to the Harrison Collection of Calligraphy at the S.F. Public Library and time to explore the famed Fisherman’s Wharf area.

*Open to the public

Our FacultyOur distinguished faculty is comprised of 62 sought-after experts and thought leaders who inspire the calligraphy and lettering arts community with their dedication and innovative ideas. We are especially pleased to present Pat Blair, the head calligrapher at the White House; Ewan Clayton, MBE, Crafts Champion of the year for educating others in crafts, and informal advisor to Prince Charles; Mike Gold and Martha Ericson, lettering artists from American Greetings; Jovica Veljovic, an internationally-recognized type designer and educator; Julian Waters, renowned artist whose work has appeared in National Geographic and Smithsonian magazines; and Barry Morentz, a commercial calligrapher whose clients include Cartier, Estée Lauder and The Museum of Modern Art. Please refer to our website for the complete faculty listing.

How to Register for The Passionate PenA $100 deposit is required to hold your place ($75 refundable until February 15, 2015).

to register onlinePlease go to: www.thepassionatepen.org/registrationYou may pay with a credit card or by using PayPal.

to register by mail■ Follow the link on our Registration page (listed above)

to download a PDF of the registration form■ Make a check for $100 payable to “The Passionate Pen”■ Mail the completed form and your payment to:

The Passionate Pen Attn: Marcia Friedman

1126 4th Street #6 Novato, CA 94945

registration numbersYour registration number determines priority when choosing your classes. The earlier you register, the better your registration number! All registrants will be notified of their registration number within two weeks of receipt of deposit.

The Passionate Pen is sponsored by Texas Lettering Arts Council, a volunteer-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting awareness of the lettering arts and related disciplines.

info@thepassionatepen.org | www.thepassionatepen.org

The Conference Experience

evening programs

■ Carl Rohrs—noted Bay Area lettering artist and internation-ally known teacher

■ Dale Dougherty—founder and CEO of Maker Media, Inc., Make Magazine, and Maker Faire

■ Ewan Clayton moderates a panel discussion on the future of calligraphy—panelists include Mike Gold, Annie Cicale, Monica Dengo and Jovica Veljovic

■ Loredana Zega—Slovenian calligraphic performance artist

week-long vendors*■ John Neal, Bookseller: books on calligraphy and related arts■ Paper & Ink Arts: a wide variety of art supplies■ Scribe Store: a consignment shop featuring artwork by

faculty, participants and other lettering artists. A wide variety of calligraphic and lettering art will be for sale including calligraphic originals, limited editions, posters, greeting cards, handmade and printed books, jewelry, T-shirts, and much more. The Scribe Store will be centrally located, open Saturday, July 25, through Thursday, July 30.

one-day commercial trade show*On Sunday, July 26, a wide variety of calligraphic arts suppliers will exhibit and sell their products.

four exhibitions*■ Faculty Show■ Georgia Deaver Retrospective■ Calligraphy from the Berlin Archive■ Love Letters — Decorated envelopes

exciting excursions

On Tuesday afternoon, participants will be able to choose from three excursion options: ■ Trip to Berkeley for a guided tour of the Bancroft Library

manuscript collection and the East Asian Library, shopping and dining afterwards;

■ Wine Country Tour to selected Sonoma County wineries, visit olive oil tasting rooms and enjoy shopping and dining in beautiful Sonoma Square;

■ San Francisco Tour which includes a visit to the Harrison Collection of Calligraphy at the S.F. Public Library and time to explore the famed Fisherman’s Wharf area.

*Open to the public

Our FacultyOur distinguished faculty is comprised of 62 sought-after experts and thought leaders who inspire the calligraphy and lettering arts community with their dedication and innovative ideas. We are especially pleased to present Pat Blair, the head calligrapher at the White House; Ewan Clayton, MBE, Crafts Champion of the year for educating others in crafts, and informal advisor to Prince Charles; Mike Gold and Martha Ericson, lettering artists from American Greetings; Jovica Veljovic, an internationally-recognized type designer and educator; Julian Waters, renowned artist whose work has appeared in National Geographic and Smithsonian magazines; and Barry Morentz, a commercial calligrapher whose clients include Cartier, Estée Lauder and The Museum of Modern Art. Please refer to our website for the complete faculty listing.

How to Register for The Passionate PenA $100 deposit is required to hold your place ($75 refundable until February 15, 2015).

to register onlinePlease go to: www.thepassionatepen.org/registrationYou may pay with a credit card or by using PayPal.

to register by mail■ Follow the link on our Registration page (listed above)

to download a PDF of the registration form■ Make a check for $100 payable to “The Passionate Pen”■ Mail the completed form and your payment to:

The Passionate Pen Attn: Marcia Friedman

1126 4th Street #6 Novato, CA 94945

registration numbersYour registration number determines priority when choosing your classes. The earlier you register, the better your registration number! All registrants will be notified of their registration number within two weeks of receipt of deposit.

The Passionate Pen is sponsored by Texas Lettering Arts Council, a volunteer-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting awareness of the lettering arts and related disciplines.

info@thepassionatepen.org | www.thepassionatepen.org

The 34th International Calligraphy Conference Sonoma State University July 25 to August 1, 2015Marcia Friedman | Melissa Titone | Co-Directorsinfo@thepassionatepen.org | www.thepassionatepen.org

one-day class rates (sunday, july 26)

tuition only: $150Conference fee includes tuition for Sunday workshop (6 hours), breaks, Sunday trade show admission, and Sunday evening program. No meals. Student Discount Rate (with student ID or under 18): $125

tuition, meals & saturday overnight package: $270Conference fee includes tuition for Sunday workshop (6 hours), breaks, Saturday night opening program and evening social, Sunday trade show admission, on-campus double-occupancy room (Saturday, July 25) and three meals (Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, Sunday lunch).

full week rates

double room resident: $1,800Conference fee includes tuition for week-long workshops (30 hours), double-room occupancy (shared bath with roommate) for 7 nights, meals (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners; Tuesday dinner is on your own), breaks, programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

single room resident: $1,895Same as above, except single room with private bath.

full week commuter: $1,100Conference fee includes tuition for week-long workshops (30 hours), breaks, programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

full week commuter with meal package: $1,290Conference fee includes tuition for week-long workshops (30 hours), breaks, 6 lunches, 6 dinners, programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

non-participant: $975Non-participant registered with full-week participant, double-room occupancy. Includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners (Tuesday dinner is on your own), programs, lectures, demonstrations, evening socials, trade show admission, complimentary on-site parking.

A CReATIve RoMANCe wITh LeTTeRS

info@thepassionatepen.org | www.thepassionatepen.org

IgnIte your creatIvIty in the company of the world’s leading calligraphers, letterers and book artists. Join us for one day or the whole week.

Conference Fees

About The Passionate PenGather with other calligraphers from across the globe to study and share your love of the calligraphic arts. Join us at Sonoma State University, in Rohnert Park, California, (50 miles north of San Francisco) for a stimulating week exploring all aspects of the field: calligraphy, typography, book arts, printmaking, paper craft and more.

open to all who have an interest in the lettering arts. Delve into a creative environment, experiment in different media and explore your creative reach. Connect with old friends and make new ones in the splendor of wine country.

The ClassesClasses are available for all levels of experience (beginners welcome!) and include a wide variety of lettering styles, paper arts, printmaking, design, book arts, painting, drawing, glass, ceramics, and so much more. All classes are hands-on. (Please visit our website for more information.)

Attend the full week—a one-day class plus a four-day class (3 full days and 2 half days)—or just sign up for a one-day class. Choose from 56 one-day classes offered on Sunday, July 26 and 39 four-day classes that run from Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31. All classes are 8:30 am – 4:30 pm with a two-hour lunch except Tuesday and Friday, which are morning sessions only.

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