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In store artistry round up: Xmas 2024
As we charge into 2025, full of forward momentum, we are taking a moment to reflect on our retail events of Xmas 2024, and what they can...

Kirsten Burke
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Decoding the Mysteries of Calligraphy Inks
Explore the art of choosing the perfect ink. From breaking down their base ingredients to discovering which types perform best on various su

Kirsten Burke
5 min read


Calligraphy with Bounce: A Step-by-Step Guide
Calligraphy allows for endless creativity and a great technique to add flair and personality to your lettering is "bounce."

Kirsten Burke
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Embrace the Seasons: Using Seasonal Doodles for Calligraphy Practice
Combine the aesthetics of calligraphy with simple drawings using the pressure and release technique. Practicing calligraphy is essential,...
Maisie
3 min read


Taking Great Photos of your Calligraphy with your Smart Phone
We know how frustrating it can be to spend all your time on your calligraphy, and then when you want to share your work, the colours look wr

Kirsten Burke
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How Calligraphy began & how to Begin!
Writing instruments you thought had disappeared into the mists of time are reappearing, being embraced by an increasingly wider audience.

Kirsten Burke
6 min read


How to Write an Ampersand in Calligraphy
The ampersand represents the word and. It is actually a ligature (two characters combined) an e and t from the Latin word et, meaning...

Kirsten Burke
2 min read


Keeping in touch.
We are living through extraordinary times. Times that call for greater emotional connection through empathy and kindness.

Kirsten Burke
2 min read


Calligraphy Beginner Series Part 6 - Simple Designs
Modern calligraphy enjoys playing with the shapes of the letters to make a pattern with words.

Kirsten Burke
4 min read
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