How can I become involved?

First, you do not have to be an experienced scribe or illuminator to get involved. The College manages projects of all scales and many are ideal for someone who is interested but not experienced. However, if you are already a talented or accomplished artist or scribe we have work for you!

Second, you do not have to be interested in or enjoy all elements of the scribal arts to be involved. Some people only enjoy calligraphy, some only enjoy the design process, while others only like to paint. The creation of scrolls can be a group process, do not feel that you need to want to do it all to be involved.

To be involved there are only two critical requirements beyond interest and enthusiasm: the ability to meet deadlines and the ability to be discrete. In almost every instance timing is important in the creation of scrolls and charters so the ability to meet deadlines is essential. Without scrolls and charters ready and on hand at events, the presenting of awards is simply not the same for either the Royals or the recipients. Further, given that scribes are often entrusted with delicate information, such as the name of pending award recipients, it is crucial that scribes be discrete and careful with this information. Accidentally or intentionally leaking hints or information to the pending recipient, family or friends is simply unacceptable. Individuals who violate this trust will no longer be permitted to be involved. If you can meet these two expectations, we can help you learn everything else you need to be involved. All you need is the interest and the willingness to commit your time and energy.

There are several ways to participate:

• painting charters

• designing charters for current or upcoming reigns

• creating original blank scrolls for higher level principality awards

• creating original scrolls for upcoming awards

• creating original scrolls for recipients commissioning scrolls

• assisting the College or the Royal Scribe in the management and organization of the scribal needs of current or upcoming reigns

So how do you get involved? Fill out the following form which sends your information to the Prinipality Scribe and we will help you get involved!  Thank you for your interest in the scribal arts!

Modern Contact Information:
Modern Name:
Mailing Address:
Daytime Phone #:
Evening Phone#:
Email address:

SCA Information:
SCA Name:
Home Group:

Scribal Information:
Indicate skill set:
   Beginner Scribe (have painting or calligraphy experience but new to SCA scribal arts)
   Charter Painter (have painted charters but not attempted original scrolls/designs)
   Novice (have done calligraphy/illumination on at least one original scroll/charter design)
   Intermediate (4 to 8 original scrolls/charter designs)
   Experienced (9 +)

Do you prefer doing Calligraphy or Illumination or both?
What are your favorite styles/materials?
 
Are you willing to work with period materials (pigments/vellum etc…)? Yes No
Are you comfortable doing time sensitive scrolls? Yes No
     If so, how much notice do you require?
Are you interested in teaching? Yes No
What would you like to learn or try?