Masscribes, Inc. is a New England based calligraphy organization with members in Massachusetts and the other New England states who share a common interest in calligraphy and related arts. Our goal is to help keep hand lettering alive and to support those with a passion for letters. Masscribes holds hands-on workshops, hosts educational programs, exhibits and social gatherings.

Masscribes, Inc. was founded in 1986 as a non-profit organization to foster an awareness of calligraphy, provide instruction and education opportunities, and to create a network of fellow lettering artists. Today, Masscribes remains a strong and vibrant calligraphy organization with over 150 members. We welcome all who share a love of letters, calligraphy and related paper arts. Membership is open to all skill levels, from professionals to hobbyists with even a mild curiosity in calligraphy.

Hire a Calligrapher

Upcoming events

    • Saturday, October 24, 2026
    • Sunday, October 25, 2026
    • 2 sessions
    • Norwood Sportsman's Club 576 Nichols St Norwood, MA 02062
    • 9
    Register


    Have to write a long name on a placecard?  Or a very long text to fit in an 8” x 10” frame?  Spend two days with diminishing letters.  Work with adjusted tools and with varied spacing and scale to receive desired results.  Wrapping up will be the creation of a little booklet with a soft cover.

    Number of participants would be 15, but I would consider having more if more want to register.

    This would be a two day workshop, October 24 & 25, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. 

    The list of supplies follows:

    • Speedball B1, B3 nibs or equivalent
    • Speedball C1, C3 or equivalent
    • Mitchell 3,31/2, 4,5 and 3 size 6 nibs
    • A few favorite point pen nibs
    • Holders for above nibs
    • Mechanical pencil, preferably lead size .3
    • Sandpaper block
    • Bottled Ink
    • Goache
    • Flat brush for applying ink/paint to pen
    • Non-abrasive eraser
    • Stick ink with grinding stone
    • T-square
    • Distilled water (optional - will not need more than 1 quart)
    • Practice paper
    • Good writing paper (i.e.: Arches Text Wove) 2 sheets
    • Straight edge for cutting paper
    • Cutting device: exacto knife or other
    • Texts for writing [one (1) paragraph or equivalent and one (1) one-liner]

    Additionally, don't forget:

    • Lunch
    • Snack to share
    • Work light

Past events

Saturday, September 26, 2026 40th Anniversary Dinner
Saturday, August 22, 2026 Artists' Round Table: Susan Henry
Saturday, July 18, 2026 Opening Reception - Celebrating the Spirit of Calligraphy
Saturday, July 11, 2026 Celebrating the Spirit of Calligraphy

In Memorium

A tribute to the cherished friends and scribes who shaped our community. We celebrate the hands that brought artistry to life, the beautiful lines they drew, and the lasting inspiration they left behind. Though their pens are now still, the elegance of their work and the warmth of their spirits remain forever etched in our hearts.


Masscribes, Inc.
133 Waverly Street
Arlington, MA 02476
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