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Last weekend, the serene coastal setting of the Bedruthan Hotel and Spa became a haven for calligraphy enthusiasts as Master Penman Barbara Calzolari led an enchanting Beginners Spencerian workshop.
This is the perfect exercise for a little bit of lunchtime calligraphy! You can write this quote using nib and ink, pencil, gel pen, fine liner - whatever gets you through the next few minutes as chilled as possible
We all know that one emotional vampire right? My advice is to slowly make changes to your life to avoid them, practice some mindfulness so when you are around them you become more resilient, you really don’t need people who make you feel awful in your life.
You can’t stop the storm but you can learn to surf - the perfect analogy when you live by the coast. This is definitely one of my favourite pieces to write.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed why not take a couple of minutes out and allow yourself to practice some mindful quotes along with me? You can write this quote using nib and ink, pencil, gel pen, fine liner - whatever gets you through the next few minutes as chilled as possible
If like me you tend to leave it to the last minute for Mother’s Day craft ideas then this free calligraphy Mother’s Day download is perfect for you. All you have to do is click on the image above or follow the link below you can download and use this free calligraphy template to create your own Mother’s Day greeting card - all written by hand.
This year, I’m proud to be asked to take part in this creatives spotlight the "Women Crafting the Future" campaign, a testament to the power of female creativity and innovation.
In a digital age dominated by keyboards and touchscreens, the allure of handwritten communication has not faded; if anything, it has become a cherished art form. Cursive calligraphy, with its graceful strokes and flowing lines, offers a unique and timeless way to express oneself.
As couples across the globe prepare to celebrate their love, these champagne glasses serve as a perfect embodiment of the occasion.
In the world of artistic expression, calligraphy stands out as a timeless and elegant craft that has captivated enthusiasts for centuries. If you've ever dreamed of creating stunning, hand-lettered masterpieces, look no further than my Patreon Calligraphy Starter Kit.
Exciting news – I've been accepted onto the prestigious Holly & Co selling platform! It's an honour to be part of this vibrant community that celebrates creativity, entrepreneurship, and all things handmade.
This is the perfect exercise for a little bit of lunchtime calligraphy! You can write this quote using nib and ink, pencil, gel pen, fine liner - whatever gets you through the next few minutes as chilled as possible
It was fantastic to be asked back to teach Modern Calligraphy and the art of lettering to the Graphic Design and also Textile Design students at Plymouth Arts University this past fortnight. The students were really fun to teach and so engaged in learning a new script. I look forward to seeing what they create with this new skill.
If you can get past the obvious mistake 🤦🏻♀️ you might like my most recent Patreon Manuscript Tier download, head over to https://www.patreon.com/wildseacalligraphy to find out how to join and get your hands on some lovely calligraphy yumminess x
One of my all-time favourite brands - Sea Salt Cornwall, I was over the moon to be asked to participate in their store opening and personalise these little ceramic vases for customers. Using Posca Pens to draw such cute florals over them and personalised with a modern cursive style.
Join me in this tutorial as I teach you how to make your own inks for calligraphy. In this video you will learn how to mix inks from various materials such as watercolour, gouache, acrylic and Pearlex powder to make beautiful colours.
My first in-store calligraphy experience - can you believe it! always found it so frustrating when Plymouth didn’t have any ins-tore calligraphy events happening.
In this calligraphy craft tutorial, I will show how you can add modern calligraphy to a star-shaped ceramic decoration.
In this calligraphy craft tutorial, I will show how you can create a fun and easy Christmas plate using modern calligraphy. This is a great DIY craft idea for adults and children.
In this modern calligraphy tutorial, I will show you how to write my favourite Roald Dahl Quote from The Minpins "those who don't believe in magic will never find it"
In this modern calligraphy tutorial, I will quickly show you how to write the lowercase modern calligraphy alphabet.
A huge thank you to Barbara who was so generous, not only with her teaching, and sharing her history but also with the gifts she carefully crafted for each of us.
In this beginner's calligraphy video I will show you how to write your own calligraphy place settings.
In my latest calligraphy tutorial video, I will show you seven various ways you can write a word. You can use the skills taught in this lesson to develop your own calligraphy style and to explore different styles for any project you may work on.
In this beginner’s calligraphy video I will demonstrate how you can write double letters in modern calligraphy.
As part of a collaborative piece exploring the successes of homeschooling, I was asked by Cornish artist Bekkie Graham of Bambino Art to write out the details and achievements of homeschooled individuals as part of a touring exhibition held at the Houses of Parliament and travelling nationwide during the summer of 2022.
A step-by-step beginner's modern calligraphy video demonstrating how to write the words Bride and Groom.
It's not long now until the little darlings break up from school for the summer. If like me you leave things to the last minute, a great way to make up for the time is to create a little card thanking your teacher.
The City of Plymouth is set to play host to a world-renowned master penwoman at Plymouth’s inaugural Calligraphy Festival this summer. Lyndsey Gribble, the founder of Wild Sea Calligraphy, has invited Master Penwoman Barbara Calzolari to attend the three-day Calligraphy Festival in August.