The International Association of Master Penmen

The International Association
of Master Penmen, Engrossers
and Teachers of Handwriting
Official Registration
Packet
Flourishes by Daniel North
The 2009-2010 Officers of IAMPETH
Vivian Mungall, Kansas
President
Kathy Markham, New York
Corresponding Secretary
Jenny Muffler, Washington, DC
First Vice President
James Ivey, Texas
Webmaster
Debi Zeinert, Wisconsin
Second Vice President
Robert Hurford, Pennsylvania
Newsletter Editor
Kathy Saunders, New York
Treasurer
Anne Cheney, Texas
Member-at-Large
Neil McCaffery, Kansas
Assistant Treasurer
Bill Kemp, New Mexico
Member-at-Large
Nan DeLuca, New York
Recording Secretary
Janie Cravens, Georgia
Immediate Past President
ARTY THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO:
MENNELLO MUSEUM OF AMERICAN FOLK ART
http://www.mennellomuseum.org
This museum is housed in an Orlando mansion, once a private residence, converted in 1998 to show off the work of a single artist,
Earl Cunningham (1893-1977). His work is considered “primitive genius.” Cunningham, who was a St. Augustine native, attempted to
capture the haunting landscapes of the Sunshine State. The Everglades proved a favorite subject. The museum’s permanent 50-piece
Cunningham collection was a bequest to the City of Orlando by collectors Marilyn and Michael Mennello. In addition to showing
Cunningham’s work, the museum plans a series of rotating exhibits. Call ahead for admission price and other details.
ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART
http://www.omart.org
According to Newsweek, this piece of 1950’s architecture serves as one of the best art museums in the South. Founded in 1924, the
museum now consists of three permanent exhibits - the American Collection, housing nearly 900 paintings, prints, photographs and
sculptures from the 19th century onward; the Art of Ancient Americans Collection, boasting 500 artifacts of jade, gold and clay from
Mexican, Costa Rican and Peruvian cultures; and an African collection of more than 70 artifacts, including masks, from various West
African countries. OMA also hosts rotating exhibits. Residents of Orange, Seminole, Lake and Osceola counties receive free admission.
THOMAS KINKADE SIGNATURE GALLERY
http://www.thomaskinkade.com/magi/servlet/com.asucon.ebiz.home.web.tk.HomeServlet
Located in the bustling Church Street Exchange at popular Church Street Station in downtown Orlando, this gallery is a feast for the
eyes. World-renowned as the, ‘painter of light’, Kinkade shows his true colors in Central Florida’s largest selection of Thomas Kinkade
limited edition artwork. Seeming to leap off the page, Kinkade’s paintings are a treasure, and should you choose to purchase a painting,
the gallery ships anywhere.
WINTER PARK: http://www.cityofwinterpark.org/Pages/Visitors/Museums_and_Galleries/Museums.aspx
THE CHARLES HOSMER MORSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART http://morsemuseum.org/ &
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art houses the world’s most comprehensive collection of the works of Louis Comfort
Tiffany (1848-1933) including Tiffany jewelry, pottery, paintings, art glass, leaded-glass windows, lamps, and the chapel interior he
designed for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The Museum’s holdings include a major collection of American art
pottery and representative collections of late-nineteenth and early-twentieth century American paintings, graphics, and decorative arts.
ALBIN POLASEK MUSEUM & SCULPTURE GARDENS - http://www.polasek.org
In 1961, the Albin Polasek Foundation was founded by the sculptor and his wife, and at that time, the residence, galleries, chapel and
gardens were opened to the public as a museum. Because it was originally intended as a simple residence, the property is different from
the standard Florida estate. The residence is not lavish, as Polasek had a deep appreciation for an uncomplicated aesthetic. Similarly,
the gardens are quiet and subdued, utilizing gardening art in classic form. Today, 200 of Polasek’s works are currently on display in the
museum and gardens - located in Winter Park
Other museums and galleries are: The Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins College, City Arts Factory, Comma Gallery, American
Bronze Fine Art Foundry, Terrace Gallery in the City Hall of Orlando, Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts.
And of course you all know about Walt Disney World: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom-Universal,
Sea World, Cypress Gardens, Cirque du Soleil, and Blue Men.
Dear Members,
At last, the moment you’ve been patiently waiting for: The 2010 Convention Registration information! Inside you will find the class
descriptions, supply lists, teacher biographies and information about our host hotel, Hilton located in the Walt Disney World Resort.
To register for the convention, you MUST fill out the registration form and workshop selection forms. Choose only one workshop for
each time slot (either A or B), since they will be conducted in separate rooms. You can register online at www.IAMPETH.com using
PayPal, or you can register by mail by sending the completed forms along with your check made payable to IAMPETH and mail to:
IAMPETH c/o Kathy Saunders
1818 Kennedy Road
Webster, NY 14580
Please DO NOT use registered or certified mail
Last year was a record attendance year for IAMPETH and for the first time ever we had to put people on a
waiting list. So remember to please get your registration in early.
CLOTHING: It will be hot and humid outside, but the classrooms will still be chilly! Bring a sweatshirt or sweater. Downtown Disney is
across the street for lunch or dinner. There is much to do at Downtown Disney and there are restaurants in all price ranges. Here is the
web site to go visit: http://disneyworld.disney .go.com/destinations/downtown-disney/
VENDOR: John Neal, Bookseller will be our vendor for the week, bringing with him all the items a penman could wish for! You may
want to consider placing a pre-order, which John will have available for you to pick up at the convention. Their phone number is 1-800369-9598. Their website is www.johnnealbooks.com. You can place a pre-order until July 19 and be sure to tell them that it is for pick-up
at the IAMPETH convention.
SILENT AUCTION: This is an important (and fun) fund raiser for IAMPETH! Please donate any items of interest to a penman. In
the past we have had paper, books, tools, jewelry, ink wells, paint, inks, frames, note cards, pens, nibs, prints, and the most sought after of
all -- Original pieces of your work! Please help us to continue the tradition. It is also just as important to come on Wednesday evening
and bid on your favorite items! The money we make goes to preserving our collection and acquiring more pieces.
DISPLAY YOUR WORK: There will be tables set up for displaying members work. Everyone always enjoy seeing what
others have been working on. In this way we continue to be sources of encouragement and inspiration to each other.
Beginners, please do not be intimated to display your work proudly and also use this opportunity to show your work and get advice on
how to improve your skills. Having others critique your work is the best way to learn how to get better.
THE ARCHIVE ROOM is where you can see our collection of art which includes original bird flourishes, ornamental lettering and
resolutions created by the old masters from the late 1800’s to 1950’s. We also have scrapbooks by several masters. You can learn so much
just by looking at their work. IAMPETH’s conventions are the only place that you can go and easily see the lettering and flourishing
created by past masters.
MASTER PENMAN PROGRAM carries on the Zanerian Ideal of excellence in engrossing and lettering skills, as shown in the work
of our legendary Masters of the past and those of the present. Our purpose is to provide an opportunity for the members to follow a
guided path of study, practice and review with a current Master Penman serving as a Mentor. The designation of “Master Penman”
represents the highest level of achievement in the field of penmanship arts as well as a devotion to continue our traditions of skill and
history by teaching. The title “Master Penman” is awarded to an individual only after completion of the standards set forth in the
Master Penman Program Guidelines, which are available to all IAMPETH members. The designation is reserved for only those who can
satisfy the high standards required. The attainment of “Master Penman” by an individual indicates that the person has demonstrated an
extraordinary mastery of skills in the time-honored traditions of lettering and engrossing, a knowledge and respect for our Penmanship
Heritage, and a commitment to teach and inspire future students of our arts.
Our Master Penmen are Pat Blair, Rosemary Buczek, John DeCollibus, Michael Kecseg, William Lilly, Richard Muffler, Vivian Mungall,
Michael Sull and Brian Walker.
2010 IAMPETH T-SHIRT - Will be designed by Jake Weidman. He is going to flourish a special design for the convention. So watch
the Penman’s Journal and the web site for more information. You will be able to pre-order the T-shirts.
REGISTRATION is for the entire week of classes. We do not take partial registrations or “per class” registrations. Saturday evening
is our Annual Banquet dinner. This is “the main event” to close the convention and is always a very special evening that you don’t want
to miss! Please be sure to chose from the three meal choices on your registration form - your family and friends are welcome to attend.
So fill out the forms and get ready for fun!
Any Questions?
Please contact: [email protected]
913-648-6374
Vivian Mungall
President, IAMPETH
Hilton
Located in the Walt Disney World Resort
1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830 -- Telephone 407-827-4000
The Hilton in the WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort offers Disney’s EXTRA MAGIC HOURS and is located directly across from
Downtown Disney (http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/destinations/downtown-disney) in Lake Buena Vista, FL. Hotel guests will enjoy
exceptional facilities at AAA’s longest-running Four Diamond Resort in Central Florida. An official Walt Disney World hotel is only steps
away from some of Walt Disney World’s most popular amenities and attractions. For complete information and all activities available to
guests staying on Disney property go to:
www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/ORLDWHH-Hilton-located-in-the-WALT-DISNEY-WORLD-Resort-Florida/index.do
PROPERTY AMENITIES
Covington Mill - This Cape Cod-themed restaurant offers indoor and outdoor patio dining for buffet breakfast and a la carte
breakfast & lunch. Serving American cuisine, including soups, salads, sandwiches, signature dishes & pasta. The Disney characters
join guests for breakfast every Sunday.
Andiamo Italian Bistro & Grille - Italian specialties including hot and cold antipasti, homemade ravioli, and traditionally
prepared meat and seafood dishes daily. Extensive wine list, bar and children’s menu.
Benihana Steakhouse and Sushi Bar - Food is prepared at guests’ tables in teppanyaki style at this outpost of the well-known
chain, which also features a sushi bar. Serving dinner only.
Main Street Market - This 24-hour market serves Starbucks coffee, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, fresh sandwiches, salads, pastries,
beer, wine, fresh fruit and snacks.
Mugs - Located off the main lobby, this elegant yet casual venue offers specialty coffee drinks, ice cream, and gelato in a New England setting. Open from late afternoon until late evening.
John T’s Lounge & Sports Bar - Guests enjoy cocktails and light fare while watching sports events on TVs in this lobby lounge.
Open from mid-afternoon until late evening.
Rum Largo Poolside Bar & Cafe - This seasonal bar serves tropical drinks and American fare, including hamburgers, pizzas,
salads and sandwiches. Open from late morning until early evening.
The hotel has two heated outdoor pools, a tropical spa tub and a children’s spray pool. The Hilton Fitness by Precor center is open
24 hours a day. There are preferred tee times at Walt Disney World golf courses.
ROOM AMENITIES
The 10 story Hilton in the Walt Disney World Resort has 814 contemporary guest rooms decorated in soft colors. Rooms feature the
Hilton Serenity Bed: pillowtop mattress, down duvet, 250-thread-count linens, and hypoallergenic feather/down pillows. All rooms
offer minibars, video games, wireless and wired high-speed Internet access free for IAMPETH members, multi-line phones, clock radio
that can connect with MP3 players, portable CD players, laptop, and other electronic devices and premium channels. Other amenities
include laptop-compatible safes, Cuisinart coffeemakers, 27-inch flat-screen televisions; Executive Level rooms and Suites feature a 32
inch flat-screen televisions and weekday newspapers. 100% smoke free hotel.
THE HOTEL RATE
For our group the hotel room rate is $99.00 per night plus 12.5% tax. This rate is also available for 3 days before the convention and
for 3 days after the convention. The rates are $99.00 plus 12.5% tax for double occupancy of 1 or 2 adults (children stay free in your
room). If more than 2 adults share a room the rates are: for 3 adults - $119.00 per night plus 12.5% tax and 4 adults - $139.00 per night
plus 12.5% tax. You can choose between a King Size bed room or a Double Double bed room for these rates. The hotel doesn’t own the
parking lot and parking is $10.00 a day.
GOLF
Captain’s Choice golf Services is the Hilton’s in house golf pro shop offering visiting golfers a complete, comprehensive, door to door
service for tee times, transportation, equipment rental and golf apparel. They also advise the best courses available and provide advanced
and confirmed tee times to over 15 area golf courses. To learn more go to http://www.iampeth.com/2010_golf.php and to arrange for
reservations call Janet Richardson at 407-352-1102
EXTRA MAGIC HOURS BENEFIT
Each day one of the Disney Theme Parks opens an hour early or stays open up to an extra three hours, so Guests of the Hilton and other
Disney Resort hotels have the opportunity to get extra time in the parks. During this time only hotel guests can ride on the attractions.
This terrific feature allows guests to enjoy the Theme Parks at a relaxed pace. It is one of the most exciting and innovative ways to see
the Disney Theme Parks.
Please note that the Attractions and Schedule are subject to change without notice.
Also available are partial day tickets to all Disney theme parks.
DIRECTIONS & TRANSPORTATION
From the Orlando International Airport (MCO): Exit the Airport North and follow to 528 West. Follow 528 West until I-4. Take
I-4 West to exit # 68 and make a right. Take to the next traffic light and make a left onto Hotel Plaza Boulevard. Follow for 1/2 mile and
the Hotel will be on the left.
Taking I-4 West to Exit 68 (SR 535). Right on SR 535 to the first light (Hotel Plaza Blvd). Left on Hotel Plaza Blvd. Hotel will be 1/4
mile down on the left.
Taking I-4 East to Exit 68 (SR 535). Left on SR 535 and follow to the 2nd traffic light (Hotel Plaza Blvd.). Make a left on Hotel Plaza
Blvd. Follow for 1/4 mile and Hotel will be on the left.
Taking Florida Turnpike from Miami. Left on Exit 249 (Osceola Parkway). Take Osceola Parkway until SR 535 exit. Make a right
on SR 535 and follow until Hotel Plaza Blvd. Make a left on Hotel Plaza Blvd. and hotel will be 1/4 mile down on the left.
SHUTTLE -TAXI - LUXURY SEDAN SERVICE
Mears Airport Shuttle service is located one level below baggage claim on the ground transportation level. There is walk up service
counter and no prior reservations are necessary. If you desire, you can make reservations and save time standing in line. At this time
the fee is $20 one way, and $33 for a round trip.
For more information go to http://mearstransportation.com/AirportTrans.htm or call 407-423-5566.
They also have taxi and luxury sedan service to the hotel.
HOTEL LAYOUT
Our meeting rooms and John Neal will be located in the new Palm Ballroom Building. A covered walkway leads from the main hotel to
our meeting rooms. The Archive Room will be in the main hotel building on the Mezzaine Floor.
12:00
1:30
Bob HurfordHistory of
American
Penmanship
and light meal
For Entire
Membership
7:00- 9:00
Welcome
Reception
Visit our Archives
Penmen at Work
All members are invited to
come , demonstrate or
watch and learn from others,
Jerry Tresser
The
Technique
of Raised
Gilding
continued
Group Photo 4:45
Dinner on your own
Bob Hurford
Vertical
Ornamntal
Penmenship
Visit our Archives
SATURDAY
Visit our Archives
Gwen Weaver
For Entire
Membership
and their Families
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Mike Sull
Rick Muffler
Thick & Thin
Closing
Banquet
Signature
Writing
Lunch
“Forms of
Address”
Business Meeting
3:30-5:00
Dinner on your own
Mike Sull
American
Cursive
Handwriting
Lunch
Zenspirations Pointed Pen Italic: From
Caterina
Masters
Patterned
de’Medici to
Class
Borders and
Modern
Monograms
Heather
Times
Pat
Blair
Victoria Held
Joanne Fink
Barbara
Calzolari
The Artful
Flourish
FRIDAY
Archive Room will be open during some breaks and after evening events.
(IAMPETH reserves the right to make last minute changes due to circumstances beyond our control.)
7:00 9 pm
Jerry Tresser
The
Technique
of Raised
Gilding
Lunch
Debi Zeinert,
Nan DeLuca,
Linda Carol
Gray
Wedding,Ink
THURSDAY
Meeting with the Masters
Flourishing
7:30-9:00
Jake Weidman
All members are invited to
Listen and watch Jake show
Penmen at Work
come talk about the program us how to flourish like a pro
All members are invited to and have their work looked at
Penmen at Work
come , demonstrate or watch
Penmen at Work
All members are invited to
and learn from others, or
All members are invited to
come , demonstrate or
Visit our Archives
come , demonstrate or watch watch and learn from others,
and learn from others, or
or
Silent Auction
7:00 -8:00
Rosemary
Buczek
Round Robin
Hands on exploraton of a
variety of methods and
media - a very popular event!
Ron Tate
The
Painted
Letter
Dinner on your own
Mike Sull
Joe Vitolo
Spencerian
continued
Dinner on your own
Sickels
Alphabet
Engrosser’s
Script
Harvest
Crittenden
Bodacious
Borders
Lunch
Ron Tate
Marian Gault
Lunch
Spencerian
WEDNESDAY
Old English
TUESDAY
Engrosser’s
Script
8:3012:00
Bill Kemp
TIME
Open Clinic
for members who
would like help
with
1:30 their oblique
5:00
penholders and
who need to learn
how an oblique
holder works.
Meet in the small
meeting room
2:00 - 5:00
Convention
Registration
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Grand
opening
John Neal
Bookseller
MONDAY
IAMPETH CONVENTION schedule 2010
61st Annual IAMPETH Convention - 2010
August 9-14, Hilton Located in the Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, Florida
Registration and/or Membership Renewal Dues*
Please complete this form, make your check payable to IAMPETH, and mail to Kathy or use Pay Pal on line
IAMPETH - c/o Kathy Saunders - 1818 Kennedy Road - Webster, NY 14580 - USA
Please use a separate form for each person attending. (no refund for cancellations made after July 9, 2010)
NAME_ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS___________________________________________________________________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP, COUNTRY_________________________________________________________________________________
PHONE (Home)____________________________________ Work or cell______________________________________________
E-Mail_ ___________________________________________ Website__________________________________________________
_ ______ I would like my phone number to appear on the membership list.
_ ______ I would like my e-mail address to appear on the membership list.
_ ______ I would like my website to appear on the membership directory.
_ ______ I will attend the 2010 IAMPETH Convention. (*If NOT attending, please go to the bottom of this form.)
Arrival Date___________________________________ Departure Date_ _______________________________
_______ I will be staying at the Hilton Located in the Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, Florida.
_______ My hotel reservation has been made______________My reservation will be made______________
_______ I will be traveling by (circle one)
Air
Car
Other____________________________
I will be rooming with (Circle One):
No Roomate
A Non-Member *Member
If you need a roommate - Please go to -- http://www.iampeth.com/members_only/2010_signup.php
Please list name of Roommate:_____________________________________________________________________
(Office use only) Roommate:_______________________________________________________________________
REGISTER EARLY AND RECEIVE A DISCOUNT (Note a $5.00 increase in dues - internationals pay same as US members)
Is this your first IAMPETH Convention? (circle one) yes
no
BEFORE June 1st Regular Member: ($175 plus $35 dues)
Seniors (65 and over) or full-time student ($170 plus $25 dues)
AFTER
June 1st Regular Member ($195 plus $35 dues)
Senior (65 and over) or Full-time student: ($190 plus $25 dues)
Material Fee for Jerry Tresser’s Raised Gold Class
BANQUET DINNER: August 14 - I will be attending:
$210.00________________
$195.00________________
$230.00________________
$215.00________________
$12.00________________
$40.00________________
I will bring_______________________________________________ guests to the Banquet
@ $40.00 each________________
Banquet Entree is your choice of 3, please choose ONE selection per person from the following.
1.______Braised shoulder tender of beef with shallot and red wine sauce plus salad, vegetable & dessert
2.______Boursin stuffed pork chop with balsamic reduction and apple compote plus salad, vegetable & dessert
3.______Grilled vegetable potato cannelloni with Florida goat cheese plus salad, vegetable & dessert
Special dietary needs or allergies?___________________________________________________________________
Group Photo: I would like to purchase a group photo @ $7.50 each________________
T-Shirt designed by Jake Weidmann - More information will be available later in the Penman’s Journal and on our
website: iampeth.com. with a pre-order form
Please make sure you fill out the Workshop Selection form found on the back side of this page
2010 MEMBERSHIP DUES ONLY! I cannot attend, but wish to renew my membership:
Regular US and International membership per year Senior (65 and over)/Student Membership per year Make checks payable to IAMPETH $35.00________________
$25.00________________
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED:________________
The association year dates from July 1 to June 30th. Dues are not pro-rated. Those joining mid-year will receive all newsletters for that
year and their renewal date will become July 1st each year thereafter.
IAMPETH 2010 Workshop Selection/Registration
MONDAY
Afternoon: Registration and clinic for new calligraphers
Evening: Opening Reception, buffet, History of American Penmanship
TUESDAY
Morning (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: Engrosser’s Script - Bill Kemp
_______ Session B: Old English Lettering - Marian Gault
Afternoon (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: Engrosser’s Script - Dr. Joseph M. Vitolo
_______ Session B: Sickels Alphabet - Mike Sull
Evening: Round Robin and visit the Hospitality Suite to view the IAMPETH penmanship collection
WEDNESDAY
Morning (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: Spencerian - Ron Tate (Part 1)
_______ Session B: Bodacious Borders - Harvest Crittenden
Afternoon (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: Spencerian - Ron Tate (Part II)
_______ Session B: The Painted Letter - Rosemary Buczek
Evening: Silent Auction and Visit the Hospitality Suite to view the IAMPETH penmanship collection
THURSDAY
Morning (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: Wedding, Ink - Linda Carol Gray, Nan DeLuca, Debi Zeinert
_______ Session B: The Technique of Raised Gilding - Jerry Tresser
Afternoon (Choice is A only because The Technique of Raised Gilding will be a continuation)
_______ Session A: Vertical Ornamental Penmanship - Bob Hurford
Evening: Meet the Masters and Visit the Hospitality Suite to view the IAMPETH penmanship collection
FRIDAY
Morning (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: The Artful Flourish - Heather Victoria Held
_______ Session B: Zenspirations Patterned Borders and Monograms - Joanne Fink
Afternoon (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: American Cursive Handwriting - Mike Sull
_______ Session B: “Forms of Address - Rick Muffler
Evening: Flourishing with Jake Weidmann
Visit the Hospitality Suite to view the IAMPETH penmanship collection
SATURDAY
Morning (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: Pointed Pen Masters Class - Pat Blair
_______ Session B: Italic: From Caterina de’ Medici to Modern Times - Barbara Calzolari
Afternoon (Select EITHER Session A or Session B; please make ONLY one selection)
_______ Session A: Signature Writing - Mike Sull
_______ Session B: Thick and Thin - Gwen Weaver
Evening Closing Banquet
Class Description
MONDAY, AUGUST 9
Registration
will be from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Beginners Class
will be from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. This will be one on one help with learning how to use an oblique penholder, broad pen
lettering, and more. There will be several people including Bob Hurford, Bill Kemp, Mike Sull and Dr. Joe Vitolo in the
smaller class room to help you with your pens and nibs plus answer questions that you have.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 10
Engrosser’s Script - Bill Kemp
This is a beginning class, but all are welcome to attend.
Due to the limitation of time, we will focus on the 8 basic
strokes for the lower case letters. You will learn how to
use those basic strokes to construct letters in this beautiful
script. Progressing to write words and learning about
spacing between the words. Using a technique from Mr. Lilly, working on graph paper will be our stepping stone for this
script. With time permitting, I hope to touch upon the oblique penholder, inks and paper. This would be an excellent class
to lead into Dr. Joe Vitolo’s class.
Old English Lettering - Marian Gault
Old English is Blackletter calligraphy, often using hand-drawn embellishments which result in an elaborate ornamental style
suitable for titles and special accents. This class will review both lower and upper case letters in this distinctive hand, show
how its special look can be achieved, and develop consistency in producing it. Exemplars and detailed instructions will be
provided.
Engrosser’s Script- Dr. Joseph M. Vitolo
The focus of this workshop will be on the fundamentals of letter
form design and execution. Appropriate for all skill levels including
the novice.
Sickels Alphabet - Mike Sull
An alphabet that presents a bold presence to any
layout or lettering design, Sickels is a style that is
fairly simple to master, adaptable to horizontal
and curved formats, and offers ample opportunity
for shading, shadowing and internal highlighting
of tone. Popular among engrossers from the late
1880’s through the 1930’s, this alphabet is hand-drawn, rather than directly-penned. Examples of Sickels as headings, titles
and captions can be seen in the works of many engrossers from the past, particularly Ames, Costello, Brown, and Marlott,
among others. Names or words lettered in Sickels always offer a dramatic addition to a certificate’s design, and it is as useful
today as it has been throughout the past. It is an easy style to render and is quickly laid out using only graph paper, a straightedge and a pencil. Finished work can be completed with pen, brush or colored pencil. If curved layouts are desired, a French
Curve template will be most helpful.
Round Robin (Evening Session)
This will be a hands on exploration of a variety of methods and media. There will also be various penmen demonstrating
their skills.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11
Spencerian - Ron Tate
This will be a basic Spencerian class going over correct angles, the willow leaf
concept, the width and the size of the letters, the relationship of lower case
letters to each other, and the rhythm and relationship of the capitals. Learn
basic warm-up exercises, paper angle, handling of the pen and nib, using
finger movement, hand movement including wrist and whole arm movement. The lower case letters will studied in the
morning class and the capitals in the afternoon class. If there is time, basic letter flourishing will be shown.
Bodacious Borders - Harvest Crittenden
Intimidating, aren’t they? You look at borders and wonder where the heck to begin, how do you layout a whole border,
should I do one side, two sides, on the entire page?? So many questions. Now, you can learn the answers. By starting with
very small steps, we’ll design a simple border.
The Painted Letter - Rosemary Buczek
In this class we will look at the decorated or painted versal letter and examine its key elements. From there we will transfer a pattern and then begin to paint using watercolor techniques.
Silent Auction (Evening Session)
This is must attend function to help support IAMPETH with your donations
Penmen at Work or Visit the Archive Room (Evening Session)
After the Silent Auction, you are welcome to use the large class room to do your pen work and talk to other members. The
Archive Room will be located on the mezzanine foyer in the hotel.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 12
Wedding, Ink - Linda Carol Gray, Nan DeLuca, Debi Zeinert
Panel discussion. Best practices will be shared for those in the “wedding business” or who want to get started from some of
the country’s top wedding and event calligraphers.
Vertical Ornamental
Penmanship
Bob Hurford
Inspired by an alphabet from Charles P. Zaner
that appeared in Zanerian Script Alphabets
published in 1902, this will be a new class to the
IAMPETH convention. Vertical Ornamental Penmanship is a hand of exceptional grace and beauty that may be written
with either an oblique or straight penholder. The best nibs are fine pointed or sharper with medium to super flexibility depending on how thick one wants to make the shades.
The Technique of Raised Gilding - Jerry Tresser
This is a hands on workshop devoted to understanding the 14th century method of
raised gilding. It is considered the highest form of illumination. Participants will be
introduced to the methods of preparing Cennini’s gesso, applying it to paper and the
methods employed to add Gold on a raised gesso making an exceptional shine for
ornamental or written works. The use of all the tools, various gold’s and other metals,
will be discussed as well as understanding how to incorporate flat gilding methods
using adhesives that will make the gilding process easy for anyone to use . . . Gilding
materials fee $ 12.00.
Meet the Masters (Evening Session)
Come and talk with the Masters to learn more about the program, show off your work or ask questions.
Penmen at Work or Visit the Archive Room (Evening Session)
You are welcome to use the large class room to do your pen work and talk to other members.
The Archive Room will be located on the mezzanine foyer in the hotel.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 13
The Artful Flourish - Heather Victoria Held
Offhand flourishing is an ornate and expressive non-lettering artform with limitless possibilities. In this class, the student will
explore the versatile strokes of offhand flourishing and learn to incorporate them in contemporary ornate designs that can
enhance your calligraphic work. We will also explore different techniques for adding depth and interest to these unique designs.
Zenspirations Patterned Borders and Monograms - Joanne Fink
Rhythmic patterns can enhance any piece - whether an illustration, border or initial. Join Joanne Fink as she shares the
creative pattern techniques, and then demonstrates how to use them to decorate your initial caps. Participants will use
patterns to create their own unique letter using Sakura’s Micron 01 pen, and will finish the letter by adding touches of metallic
and glitter color with Sakura’s gel pen.
“Forms of Address” - Rick Muffler
While there are many books on etiquette readily available, there are some challenges finding consistent and correct
information. In the ever-changing, ever-confusing world of addressing envelopes, place cards and escort envelopes this class
will offer contemporary solutions based on traditional etiquette. Starting the program will be the time-honored forms of
address used for social and formal invitations. From there we will look at the “modern twist” of how names should be listed
citing various situations. For example, “How should a married couple with different last names be addressed on the outer
and inner envelopes?”
We will conclude the class with a question and answers segment where you can bring your own questions to the table and
have an open discussion with other attendees.
American Cursive Writing
- Mike Sull
The traditional form of cursive handwriting taught throughout the United States from 1900-1960’s, this style has been
promoted under many names by countless penmen, such as Plamer, Zaner, Bloser, Peterson, Hausam, Lister and Rice,
among many others. Using combination, or muscular movement, American Cursive is a graceful, spontaneously - Written
style of penmanship that boasts of excellent legibility and a visual sense of beauty. Beginning with exercises that help you
gain a comfortable sense of movement as you write, we will progress to the letters, then words and text.
Flourishing with Jake Weidmann
Listen and watch Jake show us how to flourish like a pro.
Penmen at Work or Visit the Archive Room (Evening Session)
You are welcome to use the large class room to do your pen work and talk to other members.
The Archive Room will be located on the mezzanine foyer in the hotel.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
Pointed Pen Master Class
- Pat Blair
In this workshop, we will build on the earlier classes and take an intense look at both the
roundhand form and the spencerian form to discover what it is that makes these letters sing!
We will look very closely at the individual strokes to discover how to achieve beauty and
grace, refining the forms while learning that subtle changes can give very dramatic results.
Flourishing techniques and stylized capitals will round out a course filled with new perspectives.
Italic. The Beautiful Age.
From Caterina de’ Medici to Modern Times
Barbara Calzolari
This class will cover Italic broad pen lettering from the Renaissance period to
Bernardino Cataneo, you will learn the lower case and the capital letters
which have a beautiful flourish.
Signature Writing - Mike Sull
Signature Writing, sometimes referred to as “superscription”, was often considered the
hallmark of a penman’s abilities, for the creative manner in which a penman wrote his or
her name was, in effect, a representation of their skill. Students highly regarded such
signatures, for they displayed the individual’s prowess with a pen condensed into the
common form of person’s name. Briefly described, Signature Writing is the artistic
combination of letters (normally the capitals) in a person’s name arranged in such a
manner that the finished signature exhibits a graceful sense of balance and design. The
capitals overlap, and the lowercase letters usually finish with a line-ending that provides
visual symmetry to the large loops and ovals of the capitals. Beautiful signatures can be quite simple or complex; traditional
or creative.
As a skill for today’s penmen, Signature Writing is a great deal of fun and a worthy exercise to advance your own
penmanship skills. Penmen who use their skills commercially for weddings, corporate events, meetings, conferences and
commission work will find signature writing a valuable technique to offer clients. It is a unique skill that is seldom taught and
rarely practiced. However, the fundamentals are easy to learn and with diligent effort, the student should progress rapidly
in this art. Participants in this class should already possess at least a satisfactory (beginners) level of skill in Spencerian or
Ornamental Penmanship.
Thick and Thin - Gwen Weaver
Oh what fun! The visual impact is amazing when crossing the line with the
pointed pen. Some letters are extremely skinny while others are crazy fat
which creates so much interest. The more contrast in letter width the better!
The pointed pen is an expert and really shows off like a boastful kid with
Thick and Thin. Pen manipulation and pressure/release are key factors and
add to the drama. Basically Roman forms, vertically oriented and whimsical,
they fly off the page with energy.
Supply list
CONVENTION ESSENTIAL SUPPLY LIST
Pen holders: oblique and straight penholder
Nibs: Brause 66ef, Hunt 56, 101 or 22, Nikko G, Gillott , 303 &
404 Leonardt Principal, or your favorites
Inks: Higgins Eternal with gum Arabic, McCaffery, walnut ink
or Sumi,
Watercolors/gouache: your favorites including a white, such as
Dr. Martin’s bleedproof white, zinc white or permanent white
qouache
Brushes: # 0, 1, 2 & mixing brush
Water container
Eraser: White plastic eraser and a kneaded eraser
Ruler: 12” or 18” and lining tools
Lettering guide: Linex or Ames and a Protractor
Paper: layout paper pad; Boris #37 layout or Canson Pro-Marker
layout, tracing paper, practice paper with slant lines, graph paper
(8 squares to the inch), note paper, watercolor paper like Arches hot
press
Pencil & Markers: technical or mechanial pencil .05, fine Pigma
Micron marker (.01)
SPECIAL SUPPLIES FOR THE CLASSES
For Pat Blair’s class - Ink - McCaffreys or Moon Palace; Favorite points and holder; Paper - Canson Pro Marker Layout
For Rosemary Buczek’s class - Pens: Ruling pen; pointed pen with very fine nib. Tools: Pencil (#2); kneaded eraser; stylus; brushes
(Sable #00, 1, 2 - Raphael Kolinsky (8404 and 8408) or Winsor Newton’s Series 7 recommended; one pointed synthetic brush to apply gold
leaf size); .01, .001 Pigma Micron pen; exacto knife. Ink/Paint: favorite black ink, watercolors and/or gouache (double primary palette:
Cerulean Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Cadmium Red, Alizarin Crimson, Lemon Yellow, and Cadmium Yellow - Winsor Newton’s Professional series recommended); Dr. Martin’s Bleed Proof White/or zinc white in gouache; some gouache if you have it. Paper: Watercolor
paper (Arches 140 lb. HP preferred); several sheets of tracing paper; Misc.: Mixing Palette; 2 water containers; small piece of glassine
paper; paper for notes; piece or two of (Viva) paper towel or cotton rag
For Barbara Calzolari’s class - straight holder, Mitchell nibs: 2.5 ( and others size from 1 to six...just to try), black good quality
ink (my personal choice is ferrum gallick), paper: #37 Boris bright white layout translucent visual bond Borden Riley
For Harvest Crittenden’s class - the basics above, 3 sheets of hot press watercolor paper approximate size of 8 x 10, black
waterproof ink of your choice, palette for mixing colors (primary or double primary palette) - gouache, great - but if not we can add
white to the watercolors to make them more opaque.), a few Viva paper towels.
For Joanne Fink’s class - Pencil, Strathmore 400 series drawing paper (pad 8 x 10 is fine), Sakura Micron 01 pen, Sakura Gelly
Roll® Metallic (any color)*, Sakura Gelly Roll® Stardust (any color)* *Instructor will provide some for class use
For Marian Gault’s class - Straight Pen Holder such as German wooden holder, Speedball plastic holder, or similar; Nibs for
broad-edge lettering like: Speedball in widths: C-2, C-3) and/or Brause, Hiro Tape, Mitchell, in 1, 1 1/2 2, 2 1/2 widths; Small size (01)
Pigma Micron pen, black or whatever color ink you use; Ink - Walnut, Higgins Eternal, Moon Palace, or whatever works for you; Paper:
(any of these) Borden & Riley Boris layout bond, 9x12”; Grid Pads, such as Westwind, JNB Graph pad or other paper you may prefer;
Miscellaneous (Optional) Pencil, ruler, small water container, paper towels, eraser - (guide sheets will be furnished)
For Heather Held’s class - Prismacolor Colored pencils, hot foil pen, pastel pencils, watercolor supplies, colored acrylic inks,
Yasutomo pearlescent watercolors, or any of your favorite supplies for adding color to your work.
For Bob Hurford’s class- Pen Holders: oblique and straight penholder. Students will want to experiment with each to determine
which is most comfortable for them. Nibs: First choice would be the Leonardt Principal, Brause 66EF, or Gillott 303, but the Hunt 22 &
101, and Gillott 404 would also work; Ink: McCaffery’s, Old World Ink, or Blotts, watercolor or gouache. The goal is a fine hairline and
solid shade. Higgins Eternal is not recommended as I find fine hairlines very difficult with that ink. Water Container, Paper - A smooth
stock that allows for fine hairlines, has good ink holdout, and through which the provided guidelines may be seen - Canson Pro-Marker
layout or equivalent works best.
For Bill Kemp’s class - Oblique penholder with a Gillott 1068A, McCaffery black ink, Clairefontaine or Rhodia graph paper
(8.5 x 11) - Can share with a classmate
For Mike Sull’s class on Sickels Alphabet - #2 pencil, white vinyl eraser, straight-edge, French Curve template (at least 5 inches
in length), 1 fine pointed marker (.05 or .08), colored pencils, 14” grid graph paper, tracing paper, drafting tape.
For Mike Sull’s class on American Cursive Handwriting - lined tablet paper, sharp pencil and your favorite writing tool that features
a fine pointed tip.
For Mike Sull’s class on Signature Writing - lined, smooth paper, vinyl eraser, #2 black-lead pencil, 2 colored pencils (such as
red and blue), oblique penholder and ink
For Ron Tate’s class - the basic supplies above: oblique penholder, the pen points for Spencerian, a good pad of paper, ink, graph
paper with light blue lines one. A protractor would be good for the 30 and 52 degree lines.
For Jerry Tresser’s class - some dark sheets of canson (black, dark grey, burgundy), a couple of sheets of watercolor paper (140hp),
or some sheets of smooth bristol or vellum bristol. Pads are fine, your usual calligrpahy supplies (rulers, t squares, paper for writing,
dip pens, nibs, etc. Paper towels, a small bottle of water, a couple of shot glasses or any small containers), dappen dish (if possible), good
quality small brushs (series7 w/n) 00, or 1 or 2, a small piece of silk or a cut up silk tie, whatever gilding supplies you may have, including
burnishers, gold, gesso or anything else related to gilding - if you are uncertain, give me a call at: 954 227-3966
For Dr. Joe Vitolo’s class - Oblique penholder with an adjustable metal flange. Nibs: Leonardt Principal, or your favorites;
Inks: McCaffery’s Penman’s Inks (any color), Tom Norton’s Walnut Drawing Ink; Misc: Q-tips, toothpaste, tissue paper, water container,
mechanical pencil. Paper: Kodak’s Ultimate 24 pound paper.
*Place preprinted guidelines beneath the paper surface OR print directly on the writing paper. The guidelines are available for
printing online at: http://www.iampeth.com/lessons/guidesheets/VitoloScriptGuidelinesFromVideoClips.pdf
For Gwen Weaver’s class - Anything that you already have in your bag! Quite simply, nibs, oblique or straight holders, favorite
inks, graph paper (whatever size – 8 x 8 or 10 x 10 ) or any of the great Rhodia pads. A light layout pad can be put over the graph lines
or work right on the graph pads. I love McCaffery’s and Old World Inks, but your preference.
Instructor Biographies
PAT BLAIR has been a professional calligrapher for 24 years, and currently holds the position of Chief Calligrapher at The White
House in Washington, D.C. Her work has been published in Letter Arts Review, The Calligrapher’s Engagement Calendar, Scripsit, Martha Stewart
Weddings, and Tabellae Insatae. Sharing and teaching what she loves is a high priority, and she teaches at the Loudoun Academy of the
Arts in Virginia, and has been on the faculty of several International Calligraphy Conferences. Pat has served two years as President of
the Washington Calligrapher’s Guild, been Chairperson of The Graceful Envelope Contest, and has been Co-Director of Letterforum,
the 26th International Calligraphy Conference. Pat’s love of pointed pen lettering led her to her study of Copperplate and Spencerian
letterforms. The International Association of Master Penman and Engrossers recently awarded her the honor “Master Penman” for her
work in this area.
ROSEMARY BUCZEK holds a BFA and has been freelancing and creating commissioned works for over 30 years. Her work hangs
in the White House, the Vatican and in private collections throughout the U. S., Canada, the U.K., Europe and Hong Kong. Springing
off the traditional use of gouache for the manuscript letter she brings her love of watercolor to the illuminated letter to give it a different
twist.
BARBARA CALZOLARI, the daughter of a cabinetmaker and restaurateur, was born in Bologna. She attended the ENALC, a
school of commercial art, in Bologna. Later, she worked for Bologna’s Modern Art’s Galleries. She cultivated and pursued her greatest
passion: calligraphy. She contacted the Associazione Calligrafica Italiana, where she met Anna Ronchi and Giovanni De Faccio. In 2000,
she took part in a training workshop with Brody Neuenschwander. In the United States, she studied Spencerian script in greater depth
by participating in a retreat at YMCA University with Michael Sull, and attending the Advanced Spencerian Saga workshop.
She regularly attends international calligraphy conventions. Barbara applied her skills to the creation of the masterpiece Deus Caritas
EST, a complete work of art in book form, for the Italian art publishing house Marilena Ferrari-FMR. For the same publisher, she also
engrossed a souvenir of Italy’s beautiful national anthem that the prime minister of Italy presented to the heads of state assembled at the
G8 Summit in 2009. Currently she is working to complete a prestigious book on Catherine de Medici. This year she was a special guest
calligrapher at the International calligraphy Exhibition held in Moscow in October 2009 where she taught Spencerian.
HARVEST CRITTENDEN has been a professional lettering artist for more than 30 years. Past owner of The Gold Leaf and
founder of Acorn Arts, Harvest specializes in calligraphy with gentle illustrations and illuminating words that inspire and support our
ever-changing world. Harvest has studied illumination and lettering in the United States and Italy. She has been invited to teach at
numerous international calligraphy conferences and teaches for the St. Michael Institute of Sacred Arts, The Religious Sisters of Mercy
and offers workshops around the country. Her website is www.acornarts.org
NAN DeLUCA, a professional calligrapher in NYC for over 17 years, works only in pointed pen. Nan has had her work featured in
InStyle Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Entertainment Weekly, as well as providing props for photo shoots and TV shows (Law and
Order: Crimianl Intent). She has been a member of the Society of Scribes, NYC Board of Governors for nearly 10 years, planning and
teaching classes and workshops, and is the Recording Secretary for IAMPETH.
JOANNE FINK, noted designer, calligrapher, author, speaker, and founder of Lakeside Design in 1981. Joanne’s studio specializes
in developing greeting cards and inspirational products for the stationery, gift, craft and Christian markets, and is a 6 time Louie Award
winner. Joanne’s latest collection of artwork, Zenspirations, has been widely licensed for greeting cards, plaques, bookmarks, journals and
other products.
She has written several books, including Greeting Card Design, the 22nd and 23rd Editions of The Speedball Textbook, The Lettershop Calligraphy
Project Kit (with Cheryl Adams), Lettering Arts (with Judy Kastin) and recently wrote and designed Faber Castell’s Brush Lettering and Calligraphy
kit. Joanne is devoted to educating people about the calligraphic and book arts. She has taught and lectured throughout the United States, as
well as Canada, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Tokyo, Japan.
Joanne was the Founding President of the International Association for the Calligraphic Arts, and was one of the Founding Board
Members of the New York-based American Guild of Judaic Art. She also served as President of the Foundation for the Calligraphic Arts.
Most recently she has become a political activist, and has been heavily involved in opposing the Orphan Works legislation currently before
Congress. Visit her website: www.lakeside-design.com, or contact her by phone at 407-330-4465 or by e-mail at [email protected].
MARIAN GAULT is a California calligrapher, as well as a watercolor, pen-and-ink, and colored pencil artist, who teaches
and exhibits frequently. While the pointed pen (especially Copperplate and Spencerian) continues to be her favorites, she
has also taught the broad-edge styles extensively over 25 years. She was recently responsible for re-starting and teaching an
educational outreach program by her local guild, which offers 8th grade students a 10-12 week calligraphy class which has
been very successful in local elementary schools. Her work and articles have been published in IAMPETH’s Penman’s Journal,
and she has been given first prize in two Handwriting Contests originating in Tennessee. More details and examples of her pieces are
on her website, www.flyingquill.com
LINDA CAROL GRAY’’s obsession with art became a career in 2000 when she made the decision to leave her public school career
to begin “Linda Carol Arts, a full service calligraphy design and art studio”. Linda has been involved with the Philadelphia Calligraphers’
Society and other local art groups and has been active in her local business community. Her client base is local and managed with faceto-face contact with her clients on a daily basis. Her art education comes from the community college, the Calligraphy Societies, and
especially IAMPETH. Linda has been published in local magazines and The Penman’s Journal.
HEATHER VICTORIA HELD is a freelance lettering artist living in St. George, Ontario, Canada. She has studied extensively
with Master Penman Michael Sull and was the recipient of the Spencerian Heritage Award through the Spencerian Saga. She is a postal
member of Master Penman Brian Walker’s Spencerian Review, CLAS, The Copperplate Special Interest Group, past president of the
Hamilton Calligraphy Guild and faculty member of Odyssey 2010 Calligraphy Conference. Her offhand flourishing work has been
featured in Bound and Lettered, Somerset Studio, Romantic Homes, The Penman’s Journal, Scripsit, 1000 Handmade Cards and Good Mail Day.
BOB HURFORD, from Wrightstown, Pennsylvania, is in his ninth year as Editor of the IAMPETH Penman’s Journal. He has more
than 30 years experience in the graphic arts industry, particularly in printing. He has written extensively on the history and techniques of
penmanship and has given lectures and penmanship demonstrations throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania on spencerian, copperplate
and vertical ornamental scripts as well as offhand flourishing.
BILL KEMP, from Albuquerque, New Mexico, has been studying the calligraphic arts for more then 30 years. His mentor for
Copperplate is Mr. Bill Lilly. Learning sessions with Mr. Lilly occur once or twice a year, which have been going on for several years.
Bill is a member of Escribiente in Albuquerque, is on the IAMPETH Executive Board, and belongs to several other guilds. He has been
teaching at Castle in the Air in Berkeley, California for 8 years, and has taught at Houston, Albuquerque and at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu,
New Mexico.
RICK MUFFLER has been an active member of IAMPETH for 19 years, helping organize the annual conventions, teaching, and
lending procedural guidance in updating our constitution and by-laws. In addition to his behind the scenes efforts, Rick has served as an
officer of IAMPETH in many capacities including Newsletter Editor, Member-at-Large, and three terms as President. Rick was also one
of the original four members of IAMPETH to be inducted as a Master Penman by Senior Master Penman, Bill Lilly.
For nearly the past 30 years, Rick has been a fixture in the White House Calligraphy Office, penning official documents, certificates,
invitations and illustrations as well as the less glamorous tasks of addressing envelopes and inscribing photos. In addition to the handwork done at the office, Rick also designs and typesets programs and booklets for White House functions. Outside the artistic realm of his
job, Rick is well-versed in etiquette and protocol, noting the cultural shifts taking place today while maintaining the integrity of proper
social form.
MICHAEL SULL is a past president of IAMPETH, Master Penman, author of Spencerian Script & Ornamental Penmanship and founder
of the annual week-long program known as the Spencerian Saga, now in its 24th year. He has recently published his newest book:
American Cursive Handwriting. A former lettering artist for Hallmark Cards, Mike is a professional penman and engrosser and has conducted workshops in Spencerian Script and American Ornamental Penmanship throughout the United States and abroad. He currently
serves IAMPETH as Director of the Master Penman program, and is widely recognized for his efforts to re-introduce the techniques and
heritage of 19th century American handwriting.
RON TATE, from Salt Lake City, Utah, began his training as a Spencerian Penman at the Spencerian Saga by Mike Sull in 1990. He
teaches art at a Salt Lake Community College while working as a full-time calligrapher . He has served as the calligrapher for the State
of Utah under the direction of the Governor with his appointed offices providing beautiful resolutions. He continues to design wedding
invitations and perform calligraphic services for clients throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa and numerous other countries.
JERRY TRESSER has studied with Herman Zapf, Shelia Waters, and Emre Schwemmel; has been involved in the scribal arts for
almost 40 years, and taught raised gilding at 5 international conventions. He is the author of the book The Technique Of Raised Gilding now out of print but it is available in a cd format. He has a piece of calligraphy in the Speedball Handbook and 2 pieces of calligraphy in
the book Lettering Arts by PBC International. His approach is historical in that the mediums that are used are 14th century based with a
21st century eye. He has written several articles on the subject of raised gilding through the Gilders Tip publication which is sponsored
through the Society of Gilders and the Smithsonian, as well as John Neal Booksellers Bound & Lettered.
DR. JOSEPH VITOLO is a specialist in Engrosser’s script and the webmaster for both zanerian.com and the Ornamental Penmanship
Group on Yahoo. In 1999, he developed a passion for script in the Copperplate style, specifically Engrosser’s script. Dr. Vitolo is also
an avid historian of the golden age of American Ornamental Penmanship. He has written extensively on penmanship/calligraphy and
lectures around the country on topics ranging from calligraphy to science. Dr. Vitolo holds two doctorates: a D.M.D. in Dentistry and
Ph.D. in Biochemistry.
GWEN WEAVER’s work has been exhibited at many of the International Conferences and at other venues including The National
Cathedral in Washington, DC, The Graceful Envelope, The Day of the Handmade Book, Alpha-Mark, Visual Voices, the Newberry
Library, Strathmore Hall, the Donnell Library and others. She’s been published in Letter Arts Reviews, Glen’s Calendars, Bound and Lettered,
Somerset Magazine, The Art and Craft of Hand Lettering, and Scripsit. She has taught at IAMPETH, the Boston Conference in 2001, Legacies
in 2005, Letterforum in 2006 and Chicago in 2008. Visit her website: www.pointedpen.com
JAKE WEIDMANN from Centennial, Colorado is a recent graduate from Biola University in La Mirada, California. His life’s
pleasure is to create art. His love affair began at age seven and now in his twenties, it grows ever more. He works in several mediums which
include paintings in acrylic, oil and airbrush; photography, calligraphy, illustration in pen and ink, pencil, scratchboard, and sculptures/
carvings in wood, stone, antler and pre-ban ivory.
DEBI ZEINERT has been doing lettering and calligraphy for most of her life. Left-handed and self taught, she’s been a wedding
calligrapher for the past 25 years. In 1999, she put up her first website, and by early 2001 she quit her full time job and The Blooming
Quill was born. Debi loves brides, helping and making a beautiful event for over 200 of them each year.
Official Registration Packet
International Association of Master Penmen,
Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting
KATHY SAUNDERS, Treasurer
1818 Kennedy Road
Webster, New York 14580
U.S.A.