Once Upon A Time, Calligraphy Became Alive
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Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead.
~Louisa May Alcott
My first photo is done with a calligraphy pen (black ink) then traced with a paintbrush and golden paint. The feather is done by paintbrush only. 'Once Upon a Time' is such a classic, whimsical beginning to so many fairy tales-and a golden feather will fit perfectly with this genre.
as soon as they put forth leaves, you see it and know for yourselves that summer is now near.
~Luke 21:30
This particular painting is done with brush and brush only. Like the others, I used poster board, which is a useful platform for a calligraphy pen and paint. And roses? And nighttime? And those evenings where balmy bay winds flow from window to window through the house? Poetry breaths summer nights.
I have to tell you a secret that will see you through all the trials that life can offer. Have courage and be kind.
~Cinderella (2015)
Totally mixing up the 1950's and 2015, for a timeless Cinderella theme. The cutouts are actually from Mother's day cards. Recycling and crafts go hand-in-hand.And the blue ink is done in a Gothic style with a wider calligraphy tip.
You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.
~C.S Lewis
These designs are cutouts from Mother's Day cards as well. The kettle, the colors, the flowers, speak...British and summertime and tea. All in one sign. This project isn't done yet, thee 'calligraphying' is still in waiting...what do you think might go there?
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WOAH. Amazing painting Mic! I can't stop staring at them, they're just so magical I love the gold and the feather and everything. It's just so beautiful. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you <3 Thank you! That specific gold paint is one of my personal favorites :D
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Those are sooooo cool! XD I adore the second one. How long did it take you to make??
ReplyDeleteIt can take me a day to two days to make one, between drying ink, then paint, then Mod Podge. Thanks, girl! That one is one of my favorites too XD
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Wow, those are beautiful!
ReplyDeletethank you Emily :)
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Beeee-autiful Michaila!!!! I'm just working on my Calligraphy as well, but I'm not near as good as you. :) Did you use a calligraphy pen for these or one that you dip in ink???
ReplyDeleteCool! Awe, I'm sure your calligraphy is amazing ;) I take different 'nibs' (calligraphy tips) and dip them in ink.
Delete-Mic
Okay, neat!!
Deleteit works well besides the constant 'blotting'. What do you use?
Delete-Mic
I use a calligraphy marker right now, but I'll probably get the ink kind sometime! :)
DeleteHow does the marker work for you? Do you like it?
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Very beautiful! !!!
ReplyDeleteThanks sis ;)
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Have you been to Europe?
Thank you for your beautiful comments (I respond) <3333