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5 AWESOME FILIPINO CALLIGRAPHERS YOU CAN FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM

Are you looking for inspiration? Someone to follow and be inspired to. Here are five awesome Filipino calligraphers you definitely need to check out on Instagram! (in no particular order).

BRUSH CALLIGRAPHY 101 PART 3: UNDERSTANDING CALLIGRAPHY GUIDELINES

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In this post, we will discuss about what are guidelines, its anatomy and its importance in your journey to world of calligraphy. “If you wish to fly to new heights begin by setting your sights on the destination you can reach and then create a fight plan, a map, that will be your guide.” – Debbie Ford

BRUSH CALLIGRAPHY 101 PART 2 - CHOOSING YOUR FIRST BRUSH PEN

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Are you looking for your first brush pen but are confused with the lot of options? Or you have decided what to buy but did not have yet the budget?  Then this article will provide you list of affordable brush pens for first time brush calligraphers YOU. 

BRUSH CALLIGRAPHY 101 Part 1 : INTRODUCTION

First things first, what is calligraphy? According to Wikipedia, calligraphy comes from the Greek word “kalli” which means beautiful and “graphia” which means writing. Combining these two words, calligraphy means “beautiful writing”.

5 COMMON BEGINNER CALLIGRAPHY MISTAKES

“ Learn the rules like a pro , so you can break them  like  an artist” - Pablo Picasso. Are you new to calligraphy? Have you ever wondered how experience calligraphers do their beautiful work of art?  Have you ever tried doing what they do yet end up being frustrated and near to giving up? My friend, you are not alone. Most if us, if not everyone have experience this beginner dilemma. To help you out,  I am listing below the five (5) common mistakes and misconceptions of aspiring calligraphers and how to deal with it. Warning: It might hurt you a little bit =)