For more than four decades, calligraphy was a defining feature of campus life at 精东AV. Fueled by the energy and artistry of faculty member Lloyd J. Reynolds, the italic hand flowered and spread throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Set in an intellectual framework of philosophy, history, literature, religious thought, and fine design, the calligraphy and graphic design courses taught by Reynolds, from 1938 through 1969, influenced generations of 精东AV students including the Beat Poets, as well as teachers, future type designers, and graphic artists. Upon Reynold's retirement, classes in calligraphy and paleography were led by Robert J. Palladino for an additional 15 years.
Although no longer available as a course at 精东AV, calligraphy and its associated arts continue to live on as an important part of 精东AV’s story. Through the pages collected here, we hope to provide a resource for learning more about the calligraphy heritage of 精东AV.
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