Fall Calligraphy Classes at Oil and Cotton

I meant to post last month. Sorry, things got a little crazy…

Anyway, I had an Intro to Calligraphy class last month on Friday, September 21 at Oil and Cotton.  In the Intro... class students learn flourished Italic and a few other tips (if you missed it...stay tuned for the spring classes).

Next Thursday (October 18) from 10a-12:30p will be the Pen and Ink class in which you could learn Foundational Hand and how to make some small accordion style booklets.  Click and sign up! 

Pen and Ink will be followed by Cursive Envelopes...being offered on November 8 (10a-12:30p) or November 9 (6:30-9p).

Finished the poem!

Here is a look at the finished product...

...the ceramic piece in the background is by artist and woodworker, Erik Tosten

I will have more for y'all soon ;)

Pen and Ink Workshop this coming Friday!

Getting ready for the pen and ink calligraphy workshop at Oil and Cotton on Friday, May 25 at 6:30 'til 9p.  I will be covering Foundational Hand with pen and ink as well as these cute little booklets you can write your own special message in.  I got the idea for the booklets from Mystic Blue Signs in New Orleans.  The calligrapher, Eve Rutledge, made them (the ones I wrote in that were photographed by Shannon Driscoll). I love them and want to share them with my friends here in Dallas.  I made the one below (first attempt; I am going to make some adjustments).
 

D Magazine is having their Best of Big D 2012 voting for various services.  Here is the link! 

http://surveys.dmagazine.com/bestofbigd2012-services/vote/3

I would like to shout out to my calligraphy teacher Susie-Melissa Cherry of Calligraphic Arts...thank you for everything! 

Quick pic with note...

Laying out Invictus for a friend...

I will post the final product soon...

:)

Unchained and lots of calligraphy!

I have been away from the blog for a while...sorry.

I was an extra in Django Unchained, and I had tons of wonderful calligraphy work...thanks to BESPOKE (April 28) at the Dallas Contemporary, Kristen Knight of Shenanigans, and Marion Marshall of Absolutely Blooming! 

I also had the pleasure of participating in the Arboretum Stroll on April 4.  It was lovely.  Brides, that event is a great place to meet some dynamic and capable vendors for your wedding needs...don't miss it next year! Here are some pics of my spread for the Stroll and a table arrangement by Absolutely Blooming:  

Last Friday, I also had a great time teaching another Intro to Calligraphy workshop at Oil and Cotton (picture below from last Friday).  I have a workshop coming up on May 25, 2012.  That one will cover Foundational Hand (sample of a poem I wrote in Foundational Hand below) using pen and ink.  Students for that course will also learn to make accordion-style books that they can write their own special message in.  Look for more calligraphy workshops from me this summer and fall with Oil and Cotton!

I will write again soon.  :)

Goodbye, 2011...Hello, 2012!

2011 has been a whirlwind year for A. Scribe. I have had the privilege of working with people like Marion Marshall of Absolutely Blooming. Marion has an eye for color and unique design that will get the festivities started and keep them going. I am honored to have began working with her this year. I look forward to more collaborations in 2012.

I have also worked with the Dallas Contemporary on membership mailings.  Recently, an exhibition opening was held for Rob Pruitt of New York, David Jablonowski of Germany, and Failure of Austin. I look forward to more exciting times in the arts at the Contemporary.

                                Sticker designed by Alex Curington and printed by Swag Dealer.  

 

I have also had the opportunity to teach a workshop at Oil and Cotton with Paper Nerds, Shannon Driscoll and Kayli House Cusick. The experience has been unbelievably rewarding. I look forward to teaching more workshops and continued learning for myself as well as any students that participate in the sessions.  

                                        Next calligraphy workshop coming in February 2012!

Through Marion Marshall and her taking me to the Arboretum Night, I was able to meet Elizabeth Gonzalez of After Yes and others from the Bell Jar. I look forward to working with them next year as well.. Happy Holidays!

Encourage Healthy Thinking at Home

Have you ever watched Top Docs of DFW (on the 33 KDAF)? This is a perfect Sunday morning show...informative, but somewhat entertaining...nice, vanilla viewing to ease you into the week. Anyway, the subject came up one morning on Top Docs that more women go to the doctor than men for preventative medical care. This is a common problem that affects marriages as well. What are some ways both men and women can take measures toward good health?

Schedule yearly check-ups for which you get a reminder call, mailing, or e-mail.

Built in annual exams will lessen the likelihood to make excuses about why you shouldn't go. Another plus is saving money on medical cost. Many insurance companies cover preventative care and taking precautions cuts down on the probability of having a chronic ailment and/or visit to the emergency room.

Get monthly massages, acupressure, and/or acupuncture sessions together.

Many people are starting to realize the benefits of getting a massage and having acupressure or acupuncture sessions regularly. All three methods are relaxing, and Hands-On Therapy and Luxury On Lovers are great places to check into if you want a massage or to have an acupressure or acupuncture session. Anything you can do to reduce stress will help boost your immune system and maintain your health. Scheduling this time together can be great for your relationship as well. Calligrapher's tip: You have seen the words of wisdom and encouragement framed and hanging in doctors' offices and in spas. Well, you can have this in your own home. Just contact your favorite calligrapher and have your favorite quote immortalized.

Exercise together daily for at least thirty minutes.  

Walking, dancing, swimming, and cycling are some fun and inexpensive ways to get moving without feeling like you are “exercising”. They also allow for great bonding time, elevate your mood, and improve health. Not to mention, how great you will look in (and out of) your clothes for yourself and your honey.