Society of Scribes

Society of Scribes
Gramercy, Manhattan
214 E 21st St
Btwn 2nd & 3rd Avenues
New York, New York 10010

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Description

Founded in 1974, and based in New York City, the Society is a non-profit educational organization which promotes the study, teaching and practice of calligraphy and related disciplines.

The Society fosters the appreciation, understanding and acceptance of calligraphy as a fine art. It also encourages fellowship and the exchange of ideas through its speakers, programs, workshops, exhibits and publications.

Funded by membership dues and contributions which are tax deductible, membership runs from January 1st through December 31st.

Reviews of Society of Scribes

(4.3-star rating across 11 reviews)

Introduction to Copperplate

Anonymous review on 6/3/2020

I loved this class! It was just marvelous. And I loved hearing about some of the history of copperplate as well. Laura Di Piazza is an absolutely terrific teacher and calligrapher. She really couldn't have been better--she was super professional, but very kind and funny. I left the class feeling so encouraged and incredibly excited about the art of calligraphy and where it might lead.
Introduction to Copperplate

Anonymous review on 9/15/2019

Really good foundational course to take when starting out in calligraphy. Highly recommend it. The instructor did arrive a little late and she forgot her pen holders and a few other things, but otherwise, the classes were worth taking.
Modern Storybook Script

Reviewed by Farrah L. on 7/4/2016

Instructor Kathy Milici was AWESOME! Very patient, knowledgable and just all around INCREDIBLE. She made me feel very capable and inspired to continue. Would definitely take a class with her again.
Kinky Spencerian

Reviewed by Youssef C. on 4/19/2015

This was one of the best classes I took. Deborah Dick is an excellent, devoted teacher, and a ver nice person. I hope I'll have a chance to take other courses with her. A truly wonderful experience.
Introduction to Copperplate

Reviewed by Suzanne L. on 6/2/2020
Introduction to Copperplate

Reviewed by Francesca C. on 9/10/2019
Pointed Brush

Anonymous review on 11/12/2018
Italic I

Anonymous review on 11/9/2015
Divine Flourishes

Reviewed by Shiduki T. on 6/29/2015
Modern Storybook Script

Reviewed by brandi r. on 4/27/2015
Small & Delicate Capitals

Reviewed by Yvonne K. on 4/19/2015

Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students who have taken classes at the Society of Scribes have expressed their enthusiasm for the courses and their appreciation for the instructors. The classes provided a solid foundation in calligraphy and left the students feeling encouraged and excited about the art form. One student described the class as "marvelous" and mentioned the instructor's extensive knowledge of the history of copperplate. Another student highly recommended the foundational course. The students praised the instructors for being patient, knowledgeable, and inspiring, with one student mentioning that they felt very capable and inspired to continue practicing calligraphy. Overall, the classes were described as wonderful, and the students expressed a desire to take more courses in the future. Insightful quotes: 1. "I loved hearing about some of the history of copperplate as well." 2. "She made me feel very capable and inspired to continue. Would definitely take a class with her again."