Illustrated stationery in a collaboration with fabulous designer Amy Swann. English country garden styling with more romance than any midsummer night’s dream. Organic calligraphy lettering, torn edge stationery and a feminine twist for a timeless summer wedding style. Featured on Love My Dress wedding blog. Concept & design – STYLE & BLOOM Photography – REBECCA …
This breathtaking shoot has just been featured on the wonderful Magnolia Rouge wedding blog. An organic and natural beach bridal look, designed around the location itself and curated by the fabulous Kathryn Hopkins Photography. “The colour palette of black, sand, sage green and slate blue derived from the seaweed, mussel shells, and the overall location.” The …
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Do you have your heart set on learning a specific style of calligraphy? If so, you’re not alone. So many of the lovely people I’ve taught at my Manchester calligraphy workshops are there because they’ve seen a style of lettering they love, and want to learn to write exactly like that. The trendiest style of modern …
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1. What should I practice on? I’m kind of proud to inspire all my students to go home and practice straight away – always the first question in a calligraphy class is what kind of paper to buy. I use a premium printer paper – it has to be 100gsm or more, and if you …
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Organic calligraphy in soft tones for a styled wedding shoot on the French coast – dreamy inspiration captured beautifully by Amanda Karen Photography early in 2017. “Over the years, these shores have become film sets or playgrounds for the rich and famous. Their beauty has also inspired artists such as Picasso and iconic writers. So, …
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Delicate styling and the softest colour palette make this Italian summer wedding inspiration look like a dream. I love the combination of different looks – the palest blue lettering for invitations and envelopes; the fashion editorial style of the leatherette invitation wallets; the greenery-filled bouquet. Images by Jenny Heyworth Photography for Aspire Photography Training …
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I’ve been mixing my own calligraphy inks since I started writing back in 2005. I’ve learned a lot along the way and wanted to share my top tips for mixing calligraphy ink with you. Why mix your own ink? Why not just buy calligraphy ink? There are a few good ink brands on the market …
I’m always thrilled when Annabel from Love My Dress features photoshoots with my calligraphy. This time, doubly excited because the invitation suite featured is a collaboration with my fave illustrator, lovely Amy Swann. Captured by amazing photographer Jo Bradbury, this shoot sings of blissful summer days filled with colour, birdsong and laughter. Flowers are by …