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Creative Calligraphy

Creative Calligraphy offers a bespoke service for all occasions.

Based in South Shields, on the north east coast of England, calligrapher Angela Reed puts pen to paper for a wide range of commissions, most notably for weddings and special events.

She also runs regular calligraphy classes and workshops to share her love of lettering.

As a former journalist, Angela loves to write about her work via her blog.

Calligraphy for Chinese New Year

By Angela Reed | February 3, 2016

I tried Chinese calligraphy for the first time last year during the Chinese New Year celebrations in Newcastle and I’m looking forward to doing it again this weekend. Artist Jayamini…

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The importance of handwriting

By Angela Reed | January 27, 2016

My son’s favourite thing to do at the moment is make his own books. He’s always loved drawing, but now he is adding words to his illustrations. I love listening…

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Cultural Spring: Calligraphy Workshops

By Angela Reed | January 21, 2016

I’ve been fretting about it for months, but now my calligraphy workshops for the Cultural Spring are underway, I’m starting to wonder what I was worried about! Fearing no-one would…

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Wedding calligraphy with a Sch-bang

By Angela Reed | January 14, 2016

After hooking up with several fellow wedding experts for a styled shoot last month, I’m proud to announce another partnership. I was delighted to be able to help out another…

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Supporting local businesses at Christmas

By Angela Reed | January 6, 2016

I love this sign at the entrance to Durham Indoor Market – and not just for the lettering! The sentiment behind it is really important – shop local, act like…

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Styled Shoot: Winter Wedding Inspiration

By Angela Reed | December 30, 2015

I was over the moon to be asked to take part in a styled shoot with a group of women from South Tyneside, who also cater for weddings. Zoe Overton…

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