WELCOME TO CALLIFEST
We’re celebrating World Calligraphy Day 2025 with a three-day virtual festival!
Join us for an inspiring line-up of workshops from your favourite calligraphers, live Q&As, exclusive giveaways, and so much more – all from the comfort of your own home.
Simply sign up to our email list and you’ll receive daily access to the festival.
The Story Behind World Calligraphy Day
Our Managing Director, Charlie Stockbridge, has been a passionate advocate of the calligraphy industry for many years. While looking through the events calendar, he noticed that although there were official days dedicated to all sorts of things, there wasn’t one for calligraphy. A whole day dedicated to celebrating the industry and raising awareness for this historic craft simply didn’t exist. And so, World Calligraphy Day was born.
Recently, the date has been fixed so that every year, World Calligraphy Day will be held on 16th August. Each year we mark the occasion with a full week of events, competitions, and celebrations, all leading up to the big day itself.
World Calligraphy Day is an opportunity for both budding and experienced calligraphers to get involved. Whether you’re picking up an italic pen for the very first time or unboxing your tenth dip pen, there’s something for everyone.
WHAT'S ON
See what else is on for World Calligraphy Day, including pop up events where you can see a live calligrapher in action!
FAQ'S
How do I join CalliFest?
Simply subscibe to our email from the top banner! You will be automatically signed up to the festival and receive info and workshops right to your inbox.
I'm a total beginner, can I still join?
Yes! The workshops are suitable for all levels, what better way to give calligraphy a try than with one of our world renowned calligraphers!
Is it free to join?
Absolutely free, simply sign up to the email list to participate.
Is CalliFest available in my country?
Yes, this is available worldwide via YouTube.
What do I need to participate?
We suggest the following items for each workshop below:
Intro to Copperplate Geometry with Paul Antonio: A print out of the handout, available here, quality paper, paperclips, rollerball pen, a pencil, Leonardt EF Principal Nib,
Leonardt G Nib, Manuscript straight dip pen holder, Manuscript Fountain Pen Ink or PA Scribe Ink.
Glitter with the Glass Pen with Satyam Tank: Watercolour paper, a pencil, Manuscript Glass Dip Pen Set, Manuscript Mini Shimmer Inks in Rainbow.
Rainbow Aquabrush Lettering with Milly Withers: Watercolour paper, a pencil, Manuscript Aquabrush Markers, Manuscript Mini Shimmer Inks in Rainbow,
Manuscript Duotip Markers, a print out of the Modern Calligraphy Guide available here.
Oblique Calligraphy: Spencerian Tips and Offhand Birds with Anindita Biswas: Paper, Manuscript Oblique Dip Pen Set, Manuscript Ink of choice.
Ornamental Calligraphy Bauble with Lyndsey Gribble: Light card, Leonardt Copperplate nib of choice (Shorthand "blue pumpkin", Crown Nib, Point Nib or EF Principal Nib),
Manuscript straight dip pen holder, Manuscript Shimmer Ink of choice, a compass or circular item to draw around.
What is the CalliFest schedule of events?
Where can I find Manuscript calligraphy products?
All products are available on our site (UK only), or at selected retailers internationally.
We love to support you! Please post and tag us in your work on Instagram @mansucriptpenco, and don't forget to follow us to participate in the IG live's with our calligrapher's.
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