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My weekly classes have both been together for a number of years and they pretty much decide what we cover each term. So, when someone expressed an interest in Chinese…

I’ve lent my calligraphy skills to special projects with two fellow artists recently. The first was for paper artist Yvette Ja, with whom I’ve collaborated before as part of the…

Durham University has delved into its vast archives to showcase a collection of rare and early printed books and historic documents. Penned and Printed, at Palace Green Library in Durham,…

So many nibs, so little time! I managed to squeeze in a quick visit to The Pen Museum on a recent trip to Birmingham – something that’s been on my…

A calligraphy project inspired by the Lindisfarne Gospels has drawn to a close. It’s been a year since the historic manuscript first went on display at the Laing Art Gallery…

I was very sad to hear that The Society of Northumbrian Scribes is putting pen to paper for the final time. The organisation, which was created to promote calligraphy and…

I was recently invited to help a group of schoolchildren make waves with their writing as part of a project inspired by water. Twenty Year 6 pupils from Newminster Middle…

King Charles III looks set to combine tradition within modernity when he is crowned alongside Camilla, the Queen Consort, on Saturday, May 6, 2023. As President of the Heritage Crafts…

Inspired by Lindisfarne is on the move again! The calligraphic tribute to the Lindisfarne Gospels has gone on display at South Shields Museum and Art Gallery. It’s the final stop-off…