Jan Mehigan Sunflowers, gouache and gold on gesso on vellum, 113⁄4x101⁄2in (30x26.5cm), from A Way with Words at the University of Sunderland. Haiku by Anne Coles
Celebrating the work of the UK-based Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society (CLAS), A Way with Words, at the University of Sunderland, brings together almost 100 pieces of work that showcase the best of contemporary calligraphy – from traditional illuminated manuscripts to modern techniques and digitally manipulated images. The exhibition is at the Priestman Gallery, Sunderland until April 2, then tours to the Wells & Mendip Museum, Somerset, from April 10 to May 11, before closing at the Lettering Art Centre in Snape Maltings, Suffolk, from May 31 until September 22. To find out more go to www.clas.co.uk