Calligraphy offers more than just beautiful lettering; it engages both the body and mind, enhancing mental health and cognitive function through focused, creative practice. Calligraphy is a skill that combines art with mindfulness, benefiting us in surprising ways. Here’s a...
Learning calligraphy is a rewarding yet challenging skill that requires patience and consistent effort. Here is a comprehensive overview of what to expect when embarking on the journey to mastering calligraphy. Commitment and Practice It's important to understand that calligraphy...
Edward Johnston (1872-1944) played a pivotal role in reviving calligraphy at the end of the 19th century, breathing new life into this ancient art form.
His influential work laid down the foundations of modern calligraphy, covering the principles of writing, the anatomy of letters, and the tools required for the craft.
Writing has a long history reflecting civilizations, from the earliest cave paintings to Egyptian hieroglyphs, and eventually to our alphabet, a Roman adaptation of the Greek alphabet. The Roman period was a major landmark in the development of the letterforms...
The invitation for the Coronation has been designed by Andrew Jamieson, a heraldic artist and manuscript illuminator. He is a Brother of the Art Workers’ Guild, of which The King is an Honorary Member. Recently, I contacted Andrew Jamieson, and...
Unfortunately, the majority of nib manufacturers do not use a sensible numbering system for their nib sizes.Just because the nib says ‘4’ on it, it does not mean the actual nib width is 4mm! We have created a PDF to...
