Having played host to some rather special calligraphy exhibitions last year, the north east is off to a flying start for 2020. The Art of ...
Five challenges for Creative Calligraphy in 2020
Have you done the Facebook 10-year challenge? People have been posting pictures of what they looked like 10 years ago compared with now, to mark ...
Five highlights of 2019
It's been another busy year for Creative Calligraphy and I'm looking forward to some down time with the family over the Christmas period before ...
Remembrance of People Past: Hazel Dolby and Susan Hufton
We have been very fortunate to have some amazing calligraphy exhibitions in the north east this year. In March, the Calligraphy and Lettering Arts ...
Christmas Calligraphy Gift Guide 2019
On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me – all of the calligraphy goodies! If you’re looking to buy something for the calligraphy fan ...
Rebel Women of Sunderland
I’m hardly known for my rebellious streak, but that doesn't mean I can't be inspired by those who have broken the rules to affect change. And ...
Wedding calligraphy echoes romantic proposal
Working on Joe Jasperse’s astonishingly romantic proposal to his long-term girlfriend was one of my highlights of 2018. So, when their wedding ...
Heart of the House: Celebrating 25 years of The Customs House
The Customs House in South Shields prides itself on being at the heart of the community it has served for 25 years – but now it’s getting its moment ...
The Cultural Spring – Autumn 2019 and Beyond
Regular readers will know I love to champion the work of The Cultural Spring - and there’s plenty to shout about at the moment! The organisation, ...
The Lionheart Collection from Manuscript Pen Company
If there’s such a thing as an artistic gene, it’s fair to say my children have inherited it. James has been obsessed with drawing since he was two, ...