I am a calligrapher who lives in a suburb of Sydney. It is so interesting to hear about the backgrounds of the other people involved in the project. I also hadn’t realised how far and wide we are spread. I have been teaching calligraphy to adults for many years and I love doing that, it is so rewarding seeing the students’ enjoyment and their development.
Over the years my work has become less traditional and I often use free lettering, done with a variety of unorthodox tools, to create what I call ‘calligraphic art’ (that means not always legible). In another life I was a milliner and I am still very attached to fabric and find myself often using it in my work. ALaW is a wonderful idea, especially as I always need a challenge, a new way to do things or develop ideas.
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From my first alphabet of 2011 - double ruling pen and ink on acetate film
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Hi Elaine, I love the thought of letters and fabric being combined, so tactile. I can see the art of a milliner in the form of your letter. Like the flourish of a feather on a chanteuse's chapeau!
ReplyDeleteThis does look like a beautiful alphabet - I'll have to revisit last year's posts to find more examples of it. I'm participating for the first time and look forward to seeing everyone's alpha!
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ReplyDeleteIndeed it is fascinating to see the diversity both of the styles and the people taking part, It feels like being invited to a party where you know nobody but as the evening goes on you meet some interesting like minded people. I look forward to seeing each new post and the unique approach each brings to the project.
Hullo Elaine... loved last year's work, and I look forward to seeing your new letters.
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