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Celebrating five years in business
After five years in business, I’ve finally accepted that I’m a ‘slasher’! For those who are unfamiliar with the term, it’s used to describe people who do multiple jobs –…
Read MoreThe Cultural Spring: Summer 2019
The Cultural Spring has unveiled its new summer creative programme. I’m delighted to once again be offering calligraphy workshops in South Shields, but there’s plenty of other activities to get…
Read MoreWriting: Making Your Mark pop-up in Newcastle
A rare day off allowed me to explore the pop-up exhibition at Newcastle City Library inspired by the British Library’s Writing: Making Your Mark exhibition. Family-friendly displays accompanying the main…
Read MoreWhat’s on my calligraphy bookshelf?
Books are a great way to inspire your calligraphy practice. Whether you’re borrowing from a library, bagging a charity shop bargain or buying something hot-off-the-press, there’s plenty of ways to…
Read MoreExploring Roald Dahl country
Did you know Roald Dahl had his pencils shipped in from America? The yellow Dixon Ticonderoga 2HB – dubbed the world’s best pencil by the manufacturer – matched the yellow…
Read MoreWriting: Making Your Mark at the British Library
A landmark exhibition exploring 5,000 years of writing opens at the British Library in London this month – with smaller, pop-up exhibitions around the country. From carved stone inscriptions, medieval…
Read MoreWedding Calligraphy: Helen and Alex Tribe
Newlyweds Helen and Alex Tribe sent me a gorgeous thank you card recently after commissioning my calligraphy skills for various aspects of their wedding last summer. I couldn’t resist asking…
Read MoreCLAS Exhibition on way to Sunderland
The Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society (CLAS) is bringing its 25th anniversary exhibition to the University of Sunderland. A Way With Words features almost 100 pieces of work showcasing the…
Read MoreThe Cultural Spring: Winter 2019
I’m getting my pens out for The Cultural Spring once again. It’s always a thrill to see my workshops listed alongside lots of other amazing workshops led by local artists…
Read MoreGoal setting for 2019
It’s that time of year again! A fresh page, a clean slate – a full year of possibility stretching out in front of you. I also feel like this in…
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