Members’ joint project – Jigsaw puzzle and wall hanging of calligraphic map of the London Boroughs, led by Sue Shocket Calligraphy Quiz – devised by Eva Driskell .

John Wilson will describe what illuminated addresses are, explain his fascination with them and why he has written a book “Beauty in Letters” about them and provide a number of examples and the stories behind them.

Archie Proudfoot is an artist and sign writer whose work utilises the techniques and the aesthetics of traditional signage to explore the relationship with language. He now splits his time between creating bespoke signage for businesses across London and creating his own personal pieces. Members will probably be familiar with his work, including his Alphabet mugs, which are sold by the Tate.

Mary is a well known calligrapher, teacher and co-author of many books. Ever since discovering, post-graphic design training, that she could make letters by hand, Mary has spurned other forms of expression other than a bit of colouring-in or vague suggestions of backgrounds. Letters are so expressive in themselves, who needs pictures?

Sara Charles is a historian with a particular interest in the production of medieval manuscripts. She has researched and produces the inks and pigments used in her own work.