Explore every episode of the podcast The Calligraphy Podcast
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| Flourishing with Schin Loong of Open Ink Stand | 15 Aug 2023 | 00:46:13 | |
Get ready to flourish! In this episode, we chat with Schin Loong, calligrapher and artist at Open Ink Stand about all things flourishing. Schin is known for her Madarasz-inspired writing and flourishing and is the author of Calligraphic Drawing. In this episode, we talk about the freedom flourishing gives and how to approach this calligraphic discipline in a digestible way – one stroke at a time! Follow Schin at @openinkstand on Instagram or check out her website, https://www.openinkstand.com.
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| Forever Learners | 15 Jul 2023 | 00:26:05 | |
It's summertime, which means folks are making time for calligaphy. Maybe you're headed to a calligraphy class or conference or are on a vacation and are bringing your pens along for some "me" time with pen and ink. You could also be enjoying a quiet weekend at home and are putting time aside for calligraphy. Whether you're on a plane, in a car, on a walk, or at your desk, we hope you'll have an open mind today as we talk about how to stay teachable and get the most from classes. | |||
| S3 E3: Calligraphy Envelope Jobs | 07 Jun 2021 | 00:42:24 | |
One of the biggest streams of income for calligraphers is wedding envelope jobs. In this episode we talk about:
Your homework—time yourself! How long does it take you to write an envelope in calligraphy? Tell us your time for a traditional envelope or a modern style envelope. | |||
| S3 E2: How to Make Ink with Mr. Fox of Fox and Quills | 10 May 2021 | 01:05:23 | |
We bring Mr. Fox of Fox & Quills on the show to answer all these questions, and lots more! New ink announcements: Fox & Quills Check out Fox & Quills' ink collection. Sign-up for summer workshops: Christen's Summer of Script Intro to Copperplate Michael Sull's Spencerian Saga by Washington Calligrapher's Guild | |||
| S3 E1: Calligraphy, Choose Your Own Adventure | 26 Apr 2021 | 00:51:16 | |
In this episode:
Plus, Christen asks a bold question and Ajab shares her vulnerabilities. Books recommended: | |||
| S2 E20: 2020 Year in Review | 07 Dec 2020 | 00:35:40 | |
In the last episode of season 2, we recap the past year of the podcast, share some BIG news and end with two rounds of rapid fire questions. Thanks to all of our wonderful listeners for your support these last few years. We will be taking a few months off to enjoy the holidays and plan for season 3, coming spring 2021.
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| S2 E19: Commissions from Start to Finish | 24 Nov 2020 | 00:37:51 | |
At one point or another, we all get asked to create a commissioned piece for a client. In this episode, we break down all the steps from inquiry to delivery and share how we handle projects like this. Watch Martina Flor's Adobe Max presentation – Christen mentioned it when discussing sketches. | |||
| S2 E18: Plagiarism and Honest Work | 09 Nov 2020 | 00:25:57 | |
*Disclaimer: This episode is not legal advice. We share about copyrights, the public domain and plagiarism in this episode. Consult a legal professional if you have questions about this topic.* In this episode, we talk about plagiarism, copyrights and the public domain. We hope our heart behind this episode comes through–we want to honor and respect fellow artists and those we learn from. An article we liked about the public domain and copyrights: https://lifehacker.com/these-1924-copyrighted-works-enter-the-public-domain-in-1839612665 A good resources about the public domain: https://copyright.cornell.edu/publicdomain The difference between copying and learning: https://might-could.com/essays/inspiration-vs-imitation-how-to-copy-as-an-artist/
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| S2 E17: Overcoming Self Doubt with Sarah Richardson | 26 Oct 2020 | 00:44:07 | |
In today's episode, we interview Sarah Richardson of Sarah Script. Sarah specializes in Copperplate and Engrosser's Script, in fact, she wrote the book on it! We talk with Sarah about her book and how she overcomes self doubt. Sign up for Sarah's Classically Copperplate class | |||
| S2 E16: Teaching an Online Calligraphy Workshop | 14 Oct 2020 | 00:52:52 | |
While the coronavirus has us holed up at home, the calligraphy community has adapted and taken to the internet to provide a plethora of online classes. This episode is all about how to plan for and teach a calligraphy workshop online. If you're not a teacher, this episode will put into perspective all the hard work teachers put in to make classes accessible to students across the world. | |||
| S2 E15: Studying and Practicing Broad Edge Calligraphy | 28 Sep 2020 | 00:29:39 | |
We use the famous words of Brian Walker, shared by Heather Held, to format today's episode. We talk about resources to study from, tools to practice with, and asked our listeners to reflect on their own experiences and offer up advice to new broad edge calligraphers. Below are the resources we mentioned: Books:
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| S2 E14: Intro to Broad Edge Calligraphy | 14 Sep 2020 | 00:29:28 | |
In part one of our broad edge series, we talk about the basics of broad edge calligraphy–tools, how to get an x height, how it relates to and differs from pointed pen, and more. | |||
| Grinding Sumi Ink | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:28:57 | |
The smell of sandalwood fills the air. A gentle scraping sound is heard from the other room. Everything turns black. No, the world isn't ending. We're just over here grinding our own sumi ink! In this immersive episode, we talk about the various forms of sumi ink and walk you through an audio demonstration as Christen grinds her own sumi ink on an inkstone. While she grinds enough ink for a small painting or calligraphy piece, Christen and Ajab have a little "ink chat" and share about some of their favorite inks, their first inks and the other joys of writing. Supplies: Moon Palace Sumi Ink: https://www.paperinkarts.com/moonpa.html Black ink stone: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/shakyo-ken-ink-stone Black ink stick: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/akanegimo-ink-stick-30210 Color ink sticks: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/japanese-color-ink-sticks Porcelain ink stone: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/suzuri-ink-stone
Sources: https://www.britannica.com/art/suiboku-ga#:~:text=suiboku%2Dga%2C%20also%20called%20Sumi,in%20the%20mid%2D14th%20century. | |||
| S2 E13: Ask Us Everything, Calligraphy Edition | 31 Aug 2020 | 00:30:21 | |
What do government certificates, tied ribbon, Punjab and Hebrew calligraphy, and the public domain have in common? All of these topics are covered in a single episode. This week, we posted an "Ask Us Anything" question on Instagram and you truly did ask us everything! We answer a bunch of questions. We hope this episode makes you feel like you are sitting next to us, catching up over tea and talking about everything under the calligraphy sun.
This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com for 5% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. | |||
| S2 E12: Italian Hand with Heather Held | 17 Aug 2020 | 01:07:31 | |
In this episode of The Calligraphy Podcast, we had the honor of chatting with Heather Held, known for her stunning offhand flourishing and florals and her knowledge of the Italian Hand. Learn about the history of Italian Hand and hear Heather's journey of falling in love with calligraphy. Connect with Heather... Instagram: @heathervictoria1 Blog: http://inkflourishes.blogspot.com/ Website: http://inkflourishes.blogspot.com/ Studio tour: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCWRGzgDBeJ/ | |||
| S2 E11: Know Your Worth | 03 Aug 2020 | 00:33:03 | |
Sometimes we just need a little pep talk to remind us that we are worthy of pursuing this art, working professionally and contributing to the calligraphy community. It may sound silly, but there are many ways we as artists doubt ourselves and on this episode we talk through some of these pain points so we can face them head on. Feel free to come back to this episode when you just need someone to cheer you on! Christen recently gave an online presentation/demo about the podcast envelope exchange. You can watch it here! Want to check out the pens Christen has in her Paper and Ink Arts cart? Find the Lamy fountain pen here and the flexible Le Pen here. This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. | |||
| S2 E 10: Handmade Calligraphy Artisans | 20 Jul 2020 | 00:38:52 | |
We asked YOU, our amazing listeners, about the small businesses who create your favorite inks, pens, papers and other supplies. We got an incredible response, and while we couldn't share every single maker on this episode, we created a spreadsheet with all of their info. View the spreadsheet at tinyurl.com/TCPartisans. | |||
| S2 E9: Interview with Master Penman Jake Weidmann | 06 Jul 2020 | 01:07:29 | |
Today, we welcome IAMPETH Master Penman Jake Weidmann on the show. Join us as Jake shares about his calligraphy journey, his favorite condiments and advice for calligraphers of all levels. You can follow Jake @jakeweidmann. Visit his website: jakeweidmann.com Visit Everyday Heirloom at https://everydayheirloomco.com/ Visit Jake's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Jmweidmann Watch Jake's TED Talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofj18vLdHug https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85bqT904VWA
This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. This episode is sponsored by IAMPETH, the International Association of Master Penmen, Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting. Learn more at IAMPETH.com.
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| Master Penman Interview Teaser | 29 Jun 2020 | 00:01:01 | |
Stay tuned for a special episode with artist and master penman Jake Weidmann. The full interview will be available July 6. Music credit:Meekness by Kai Engel, used under Creative Common license CC BY 4.0 | |||
| S2 E8: Unsung Heroes in Your Tool Kit | 22 Jun 2020 | 00:29:40 | |
Ink stirrers, triangles, footballs, oh my! Pens and inks aside, tune into today's episode to hear about the tools that help you do your best work. This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. | |||
| S2 E7: Interview with Dr. Joe Vitolo | 08 Jun 2020 | 01:15:03 | |
Today we had the honor of speaking with Dr. Joe Vitolo, one of the most well known and humble calligraphy teachers and educators in our community. Dr. Joe shared about his experience in the calligraphy world and even gave us the historical answer to the great debate...is it Copperplate, Engrossers Script or English Roundhand? Grab your notebook because you'll be jotting notes down all episode long. Check back for detailed show notes featuring images from Dr. Joe. | |||
| S2 Ep6: The Flourish Forum with Erica McPhee | 25 May 2020 | 00:47:53 | |
If you want to go on a calligraphy deep dive, The Flourish Forum is the place to be. We talk with Erica McPhee, the founder of the Flourish Forum, to learn about this welcoming and educational online resource. The Flourish Forum is open to anyone interested in calligraphy and has hundreds of conversations threads all about calligraphy. You can ask questions, share work or participate in one of their many envelope exchanges. Visit theflourishforum.com to sign up. Follow Erica on Instagram @flourishforum. This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com in April and May 2020 for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. | |||
| S2 E5: Finding Your Calligraphy Style | 11 May 2020 | 00:34:15 | |
In today's episode, we talk about what it means to find your calligraphy style. In this episode, we mentioned this book, great for being inspired and learning how to analyze scripts. Edward Johnston's Writing & Illuminating & Lettering. - 1906: https://archive.org/details/in.ernet.dli.2015.105487/page/n5/mode/2up This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com in April and May 2020 for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. | |||
| Is Calligraphy Your Hobby? | 15 May 2023 | 00:29:25 | |
For us (Ajab and Christen), calligraphy started out as a hobby. We know from experience, once calligraphy enters your life, it's hard to shake it! While both of us now work as professional calligraphers, we know how important it is to maintain that spirit of curosity, practice and joy in writing. In this episode, we talk about how calligraphy might play a role for hobbyists and professionals alike. We hope it inspires you to find new ways to practice and play with your script. Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe: | |||
| S2 E4: Calligraphy Community on Social Media | 27 Apr 2020 | 00:33:54 | |
Today's episode is about social media–not from a business perspective, but from a friendship perspective! Social media has opened up many avenues for collaboration, accountability and friendship amongst calligraphers. We're here to talk about how you can connect and nurture conversations and relationships with fellow calligraphers. Join us for our very first calligraphy exchange! Sign up at tinyurl.com/TCPmail. This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com in April and May 2020 for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions.
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| S2 E3: Wedding Calligraphy with Suzanne Cunningham | 13 Apr 2020 | 01:06:10 | |
During a recent survey that we conducted, Suzanne Cunningham was one of the most requested guests. Well, we listened to you! In this candid and memorable episode, Suzanne shares how she found clients (and vice-versa), her process and favorite supplies, and some amazing advice for calligraphy beginners. For links to Suzanne's favorite tools, go to https://tinyurl.com/s2e3-suzanne Stay in touch with us on Instagram! | |||
| S2 E2: Wedding Planning for Your Business | 30 Mar 2020 | 00:32:55 | |
Before the bells start ringing, take time to do some wedding planning of your own. In this episode, Christen and Ajab share tips on how to prepare for wedding season. From prepping pricing guides to setting up automatic systems, we’ll talk about ways you can plan for success in your business. We talked about Calendly, a way to schedule your time. This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com in April and May 2020 for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. | |||
| S2 E1: The Blocked Calligrapher | 16 Mar 2020 | 00:21:40 | |
Maybe you took a break for the holidays, the summer or a busy season. Either way, sometimes it can be hard to bounce back and feel motivated to practice calligraphy. We asked you for your best tips for getting back in the saddle and progressing your calligraphy. Learn more about Morning Pages: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron This episode is sponsored by Paper and Ink Arts. Use code TCP2020 at paperinkarts.com in April and May 2020 for 10% off your online order. Discount does not apply towards shipping fee. One coupon code per order. Some exclusions apply see paperinkarts.com for full details on promotions. | |||
| Season 2 Teaser | 18 Feb 2020 | 00:01:13 | |
The Calligraphy Podcast is coming back! We've been working behind the scenes to bring you another great season, starting March 16. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you can be the first to know when we are live.
Sound credits: "Ambience, Seaside Waves, Close, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of freesound.org "12- Swimming Fast" by 14GPanskaValaChristoffer of freesound.org | |||
| S1, E20: Year in Review | 23 Dec 2019 | 00:31:42 | |
We started from the bottom, now we're here. Less than a year ago, Christen and Ajab decided to venture into the podcast world with The Calligraphy Podcast. In this final episode of Season 1, we talk through each episode and share some of our favorite moments from the show. Stay tuned for more episodes coming in 2020. In the meantime, follow us on Instagram @thecalligraphypodcast. | |||
| S1, E19: Show cards and Speedball with Randall Hasson | 09 Dec 2019 | 00:44:53 | |
Take a look at your calligraphy library–is the Speedball Textbook sitting on your shelf? In this last interview of season one, we sat down with Randall Hasson, the co-editor of the 24th edition of the Speedball Textbook. Randy shares about his own art and experience working on the book. You'll hear about show cards, the history of Speedball nibs and how the book evolved to the place it is today. You can find Randy at hassonstudio.com. | |||
| S1, E18: Scribing for the Holidays | 25 Nov 2019 | 00:29:28 | |
From Thanksgiving feasts to holiday cards, this episode is devoted to all the ways you can make calligraphy part of your holiday traditions. We discuss project ideas, client work and personal pieces that will make your home merry and bright. Thanks to justkiddink for the jingle bells. | |||
| S1 E17: Let's Get Down to Business | 17 Nov 2019 | 00:38:18 | |
With calligraphy on the rise, more and more penmen and women are turning their art into a business. We asked our listeners to help us get a grasp of what the calligraphy business climate is like. Are you full-time or part-time? How long have you been in business? What kind of work do you do? These are all questions we asked and YOU answered. We end the show by sharing listener submitted advice for those starting their own business. Follow us on Instagram @thecalligraphypodcast. | |||
| S1 E16: How to Approach a Blank Page | 28 Oct 2019 | 00:32:26 | |
After practicing letterform after letterform, it’s time to put those strokes to work! Today we are talking about how to layout a calligraphy art piece. From centering, to learning how your eyes trick your mind, we talk about how we approach a blank page, set up our guides, margins and more. For show notes, visit tinyurl.com/ep16-calligraphypodcast Follow us on Instagram @thecalligraphypodcast. | |||
| The Calligraphy Podcast Season 4: Coming Soon! | 04 May 2023 | 00:00:32 | |
Get ready for an all new season of The Calligraphy Podcast. Starting May 15, we will release one episode per month. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app and follow us on Instagram @thecalligraphypodcast. | |||
| S1 E15: Making the Most of What You Have with Hoang Dao | 14 Oct 2019 | 00:46:45 | |
We bring you our second international guest on the show–Hoang Dao of Vietnam. Hoang, a calligrapher, pen maker and artist, is a true inspiration to the calligraphy community. On today's episode, we talk about how Hoang got started in calligraphy, how he approaches his practice and how he made the most of what he had when he started his calligraphy journey. Spoiler–Christen goes bananas when she hears Hoang’s tip for prepping handmade paper! You can find out more about Hoang at huyhoangdao.com. | |||
| S1 E14: Talking Shop with Kalo of Kalo Make Art | 01 Oct 2019 | 00:47:52 | |
Today we hear the inspiring story behind Kalo Make Art right from the source. From approaching new scripts to starting a business, we talk about it all from today's special guest Kalo Chu from Hong Kong. You can follow Kalo at @kalomakeart or @shop.kalomake art. You can visit her website at kalomakeart.com | |||
| S1 E13: Developing a Productive Calligraphy Practice | 16 Sep 2019 | 00:36:06 | |
Ajab and Christen get real about how often they practice (and how long their warm ups take!) We all know it is important for amateurs and professionals alike to practice calligraphy, but sometimes we need a little direction in how to set up an efficient practice session. Listen for tips and tricks for stepping up your practice game. Grab the Lowercase Practice eBook here. Download the Basic Guide to Calligraphy Warmups here. Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe: | |||
| S1 E12: Cursive with Dave from Posted Letter | 02 Sep 2019 | 00:53:18 | |
We welcome Dave of Perfect Biscuits and Posted Letter to talk with us about the cases for keeping cursive I school. As a tribute to calligraphy, Posted Letter is offering our listeners 20% off their order of the most recent letter. Visit postedletter.com/tcp and use promo code TCP20. | |||
| S1 E11: Calligraphy Quirks | 19 Aug 2019 | 00:33:18 | |
It all started with an Instagram survey. We polled our audience on Instagram and learned that like us, many of you keep your old nibs even when they are unusable. After the survey, we knew we needed to talk about the quirks we have as calligraphers. In the episode, we mention the velocity of a pen. Learn more here. Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe: | |||
| S1 E10: Dipping in Ink | 05 Aug 2019 | 00:34:12 | |
Experimenting with new inks is a great way to branch out in your calligraphy journey. Whether you're a sumi lover like Christen, or a walnut ink fan like Ajab, you'll be sure to find the best ink that suits you. And if you're drinking wine or coffee while you write, your beverage can double as your ink pot! Show Notes: tinyurl.com/dipping-in-ink 03:10 - Sumi ink 08:25 - Walnut ink 13:05 - Higgins Eternal Ink 15:45 - McCaffery's Ink 18:00 - Historic Iron Gall Ink 19:00 - Noodler's Fountain Pen Ink 20:20 - Ziller's Acrylic Inks 19:22 - Pelikan 4001 inks 21:45 - Gouache (Winsor & Newton) 24:50 - Payne's Gray Watercolor 25:30 - Ecoline Watercolor Inks 28:30 - Writing with Beverages Check us out on Instagram Don't forget to Subscribe! 😉
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| S1 E9: Interview with InkslingerPens | 22 Jul 2019 | 00:38:24 | |
InkSlinger Pen Holders are known for their clean, minimal design and excellent functionality. In this episode, we get to the nitty-gritty of making calligraphy pen holders. Dan of InkSlinger Pens shares his heritage as a woodworker, what inspired him to adapt pen-making as a full-time career, and more! 05:40 - What is a pen holder 06:20 - Pen holder materials 09:25 - The pen-making process 12:08 - The wood that makes Dan's studio smell heavenly 12:40 - What makes a good pen holder 15:32 - Why size matters 17:07 - What to consider what buying a new pen holder 20:45 - Taking care of your pen holder 28:33 - Where to grab InkSlinger pens 30:53 - Dan's Booger Collection
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| S1 E8: Calligraphy Book Club | 09 Jul 2019 | 00:40:41 | |
What's up podcast? Study and reading are important parts of learning calligraphy. In this episode, #calligranerds Christen and Ajab share their favorite calligraphy books. You'll also hear comments from our listeners who have great resources for you to study from. View Show Notes here: https://tinyurl.com/y3pfjxsv Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe: | |||
| S1 E7: Traveling With Calligraphy Supplies | 24 Jun 2019 | 00:38:48 | |
Calligraphy conference and workshop season is upon us, which means traveling with pens and ink in tow. In addition to Christen Ajab sharing advice, our listeners call in with their best tips for traveling with calligraphy supplies. View show notes at: tinyurl.com/ep07-calligraphypodcast Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe: | |||
| S1 E6: All That Glitters in Calligraphy | 10 Jun 2019 | 00:41:48 | |
From metallic powders, to brush pens, to real 24 karat gold, you can add shimmer to your work at all levels of calligraphy experience. In today's episode, we talk about our favorite metallic products and offer tips on how to use them. View show notes at: tinyurl.com/ep6-calligraphypodcast Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe: | |||
| Brush Calligraphy | 18 Oct 2021 | 00:37:06 | |
From the large tips on the Tombow dual pens to small point of a Pentel Brush Sign Pen, we're talking all things brush calligraphy. Detailed show notes to come. | |||
| S1 E5: Calligraphy Setbacks and How to Overcome Them | 27 May 2019 | 00:39:28 | |
We've all been there. Your nib snags. Your nib won't write. Ink drops on the paper. Your back hurts from hovering your nose over your work. Christen and Ajab talk about common setbacks when learning calligraphy and share the solutions to common problems. View show notes at: tinyurl.com/ep5-calligraphypodcast Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe:
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| S1 E4: Calligraphy on Non-Traditional Surfaces with Guest Marisa Jackson | 13 May 2019 | 00:44:41 | |
Traditionally, calligraphy is written on paper, but in this episode, we branch outside of the notebook to talk about writing on non-traditional surfaces with our guest Marisa Jackson of Marisa Made. From glass to wooden ornaments, we talk about prepping surfaces, tools of the trade, and the special job of creating calligraphy for clients. Marisa is a professional calligrapher and artisan in West Virginia who has lots of experience selling her art in a variety of forms. She's an incredible advocate for her son Maxwell, who was diagnosed with FoxG1 syndrome. Marisa is a huge asset to the calligraphy community and we are excited to share her story and experience in today's episode. View show notes at: tinyurl.com/ep4-calligraphypodcast Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe:
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| S1 E3: Calligraphy Tools & Supplies | 29 Apr 2019 | 00:33:03 | |
As you dive into your calligraphy journey, you'll discover many tools and supplies for creating letters. In this episode, Christen and Ajab take you through a mini tour of their studios and share how they store and care for their supplies. After sharing about all the different options out there, your hosts get down to business "desert island" style and share their absolute must have supplies. View show notes at: tinyurl.com/ep03-calligraphypodcast Follow us on Instagram at @thecalligraphypodcast Listen and Subscribe:
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| S1 E2: What is Calligraphy? | 15 Apr 2019 | 00:36:58 | |
Calligraphy, the art of beautiful writing. It's a single word that covers a breadth of styles, scripts, tools and preferences. In this episode, Ajab and Christen unpack the iceberg of a question, "what is calligraphy?," and share about the different types of calligraphy we will often chat about on the podcast. The kicker: we want you to weigh in on Instagram. What does calligraphy look like to you? Do you write with a brush pen or a broad edged pen? Pencil, ink or paint? Tell us about the kind of writing you are most passionate about. At the end of the day, whatever the style, whatever your preference, we're all here to share the love of beautiful writing. Show notes: Comparison of Pointed Pen Scripts Follow The Calligraphy Podcast on Instagram You can also follow Ajab and Christen @calligraphyquill and @thecalligrapherchristen Please take a moment to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a rating and review. We truly appreciate every kind word and set of 5 stars! Listen and Subscribe below:
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