Magazine

Step into a world where letters transcend their conventional roles, transforming into mesmerizing works of art in this spectacular edition of Extravagant Letters! Discover how historic lettering styles can be reimagined and infused with your own unique flair, empowering you to craft designs that captivate and inspire. Immerse yourself in a showcase of unparalleled creativity…

Let your creativity flow with the perfect ink! Ink Inspirations provides valuable insights into different types of inks to use with dip pens and what characteristics to consider when selecting an ink for your particular project. Say goodbye to confusion and hello to confidence in every stroke! Meet Cover Artist Belinda Chim H‌‌er innate attraction…

In the eloquent dance between pen and pixel, tradition meets innovation in the vibrant pages of Digital Scribe, your gateway to the mesmerizing world where age-old calligraphy techniques intertwine seamlessly with cutting-edge digital artistry. This issue is not merely a magazine; it’s your passport to explore, create, and master the art of digital calligraphy. Meet…

Artful Journaling features calligraphers and hand lettering artists who design creative journals and sketchbooks to record their travels, favorite quotes, musings and ideas for fun, mental health, and spiritual well-being. Meet Our Cover Artist – Janet TakahashiJanet Takahashi’s creative pursuits include artful journaling, travel sketching, signage design, fine hand calligraphy, and gilding interior spaces. Her…

Watercolor Wonders explores how calligraphers use watercolors for lettering and illustration. Meet Our Cover Artist – Allison McCallahanAllison McClanahan is sought after by wedding clients for her whimsical style of combining cheerful watercolor illustrations with traditional calligraphy. Having only started her artistic endeavors about five years ago, she now runs a booming invitation business from…

I‌‌ssue 17, Calligraphy Challenges, covers various challenges faced by calligraphers, whether hobbyist or pro. Our featured artists will discuss how to choose nibs for pointed pen calligraphy, practice effectively, mix custom ink colors, self-critique your work, and more. Meet Cover Artist – Whitney Forbes, The Haute PressLos Angeles calligrapher Whitney Forbes’ artistry became an instant…

I‌‌ssue 16 is our first all-tutorials issue! It features 9 projects to use lettering and other crafty talents to make your holidays and other celebrations festive and memorable. Gift Tags – Rosalee Anderson and ClaudiaDoesn’t everyone want to feel recognized, special, and adored? Calligraphy can be an instrument that conveys and inspires such feelings. With…

I‌‌ssue 15, Cutting Edge Calligraphy, features lettering that is cut, burned, carved, embossed, and sculpted, using paper, wood, leather, and…wait for it…beach sand! Meet Cover Artist – Andrew van der MerweAt low tide, Andrew van der Merwe uses self-designed tools and found objects to carve beautiful letters and patterns in beach sand. Each tool produces…