St. Louis Guild member Joanne Kluba of Affton has expanded the use of her own calligraphy skills. “I record my travel experiences in a variety of calligraphic styles on paper, draw and add ...

And a word, written in black letter, uncial, Copperplate Script, Roman capitals, or even the “Star Wars” font by a professional, has all the virtues of those far more complicated handmade things.

Calligraphy students (above) learn the basics, including how to use a pen to form letters. Friends and colouring hobbyists (from left) Jennifer Vas, Ana Jean Gonot and Olivia Ho, all aged 39.