Live a balanced life
Live a balanced life — learn some and think some and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work … and do calligraphy!
We reap what we sow
“Our destiny is not written for us, but by us.” – Barack Obama
There is majesty in simplicity
Sometimes, the very simplest things in life are exactly what we need. Moreover, there is often great majesty in that simplicity. So, why make life complicated? Stick with the simple things – an innocent smile, a friendly word, pared-down calligraphic letters! That very simplicity will embellish your day!
Give a soft answer
Answering softly is an art that goes beyond just the words you choose; it’s about the tone, the delivery, and the intention behind your response. A soft answer can defuse tension, calm a heated conversation, and create a deeper connection.
Progress not perfection
In a world that often celebrates flawless outcomes and instant success, it’s easy to get caught up in the idea that everything must be perfect to be valuable. And this is oh-so-true when it comes to calligraphy.
60th Birthday Card
Don’t you just love making birthday cards? I sure do! While our family was here to visit this past weekend, three of us (my daughter-in-law Aude and little Mia who is only 3, plus yours truly) decided to go paint in my workshop. While Mia was colouring in hearts and Aude was busy working on […]
Scribite, scriptores
There are some times that I really regret not having studied latin. Just this morning, for example, I was trying to decipher the sentence “scribite, scriptores, ut discant posteriores”. Luckily, there was a translation just below the text. It means, “write, writers, so that posterity may learn.” I found this sentence in Marc Drogin’s “Medieval […]
Hand Lettering in a Rough Style
Who said that those of us who do hand lettering should always strive for perfection? It’s true: I usually look for uniformity and regularity when doing calligraphy. But sometimes I like to just “let go” and scribble my letters! That sounds like fun, doesn’t it? This whole thing was inspired by a photo I took […]