STYLES OF CALLIGRAPHY
SHARING THE CALLIGRAPHY LOVE
I have spent half a decade mastering the art of the written word. During this time, I have developed a unique and expressive calligraphy style. However, I work with my clients to ensure that my calligraphic art reflects their personal requirements and individuality. I specialise in Modern Dip Pen and Modern Brush Calligraphy and the harder to master Classic Copperplate and Flourished Copperplate Calligraphy.
WHICH CALLIGRAPHY STYLE IS BEST FOR ME?
Just as a treasured Tea Dress will stand you in good stead at any semi-formal event, Modern Brush Calligraphy transcends most occasions.
This calligraphy style has energy, vibrancy and beauty in its lettering. I create modern brush calligraphy using brush pens and paintbrushes. This informal and contemporary style is especially perfect for place cards, table numbers and calligraphy prints.
If you have a wedding or event, and you fancy learning brush pen calligraphy to create your own stationery, I have created an easy to follow course for you to learn this fabulous art. Please follow the link to head over to 'learn calligraphy' for all the details, and sign up to the newsletter at the bottom of the page for all the latest calligraphy news.
Modern Brush
Calligraphy
Modern Brush
Calligraphy
Just as a treasured Tea Dress will stand you in good stead at any semi-formal event, Modern Brush Calligraphy transcends most occasions.
This calligraphy style has energy, vibrancy and beauty in its lettering. I create modern brush calligraphy using brush pens and paintbrushes. This informal and contemporary style is especially perfect for place cards, table numbers and calligraphy prints.
If you have a wedding or event, and you fancy learning brush pen calligraphy to create your own stationery, I have created an easy to follow course for you to learn this fabulous art. Please follow the link to head over to 'learn calligraphy' for all the details, and sign up to the newsletter at the bottom of the page for all the latest calligraphy news.
Modern Dip Pen
Calligraphy
Runway ready and making your own rules. If you make fashion, rather than follow fashion then Modern Dip Pen Calligraphy is the style for you. You can be a little Avant-garde while still staying perfectly chic!
There has been a rise in the popularity of modern calligraphy in recent years. It has a vibrant style with few rules which makes it very different from classic calligraphy styles. I execute this style using a dip pen and ink to create beautiful thick and thin strokes. My modern calligraphy style has energy and balance whilst still maintaining elegance and beauty. This is an informal and contemporary style of calligraphy, and therefore, is perfect for all the services that I offer, including event calligraphy and personal commissions.
Modern Dip Pen
Calligraphy
Runway ready and making your own rules. If you make fashion, rather than follow fashion then Modern Dip Pen Calligraphy is the style for you. You can be a little Avant-garde while still staying perfectly chic!
There has been a rise in the popularity of modern calligraphy in recent years. It has a vibrant style with few rules which makes it very different from classic calligraphy styles. I execute this style using a dip pen and ink to create beautiful thick and thin strokes. Laura’s modern calligraphy style has energy and balance whilst still maintaining elegance and beauty. This is an informal and contemporary style of calligraphy, and therefore, is perfect for all the services that I offer, including event calligraphy and personal commissions.
Classic
Copperplate
The LBD (little black dress) of calligraphy...
Historically, this classic calligraphy style was used by clerks as an efficient way to record business. Copybooks (books containing models of handwriting for learners to imitate) began to emerge. Metal-engraving was also popular at this time. The clerks began working with engravers, who would then recreate the clerk’s beautifully thick and thin strokes onto copper plates which were used to print the copybooks, hence the name ‘Copperplate’. This highly sophisticated style of calligraphy is formal and follows precise rules.
My Copperplate Calligraphy is created using a dip pen and ink. Just like your favourite LBD, my style has a timeless elegance and is perfect for any event stationery, from place cards, envelopes, menus and place charts to special poems, readings and vows.
Classic
Copperplate
The LBD (little black dress) of calligraphy...
Historically, this classic calligraphy style was used by clerks as an efficient way to record business. Copybooks (books containing models of handwriting for learners to imitate) began to emerge. Metal-engraving was also popular at this time. The clerks began working with engravers, who would then recreate the clerk’s beautifully thick and thin strokes onto copper plates which were used to print the copybooks, hence the name ‘Copperplate’. This highly sophisticated style of calligraphy is formal and follows precise rules.
My Copperplate Calligraphy is created using a dip pen and ink. Just like your favourite LBD, my style has a timeless elegance and is perfect for any event stationery, from place cards, envelopes, menus and place charts to special poems, readings and vows.
I like to compare this calligraphy style to a luxurious designer dress!
With its graceful oval shapes, Flourished Copperplate is a showstopper with stunning beauty and red-carpet elegance. I plan each flourish perfectly before achieving the spectacular finished result. My sophisticated Flourished Copperplate is especially perfect for place cards, envelopes, special poems, wedding vows and readings.
Flourished
Copperplate
Flourished
Copperplate
I like to compare this calligraphy style to a luxurious designer dress!
With its graceful oval shapes, Flourished Copperplate is a showstopper with stunning beauty and red-carpet elegance. I plan each flourish perfectly before achieving the spectacular finished result. My sophisticated Flourished Copperplate is especially perfect for place cards, envelopes, special poems, wedding vows and readings.
TESTIMONIAL
Laura’s work is beautiful and elegant. The poem she created for me is such a unique gift for my friends who have recently got married. Laura’s talent has a personal touch. She could create anything and make it special. I cannot recommend her enough.
BC