Have you ever been surprised when learning Calligraphy? Maybe something didn't go as expected or you get trapped in thinking there's only a certain way to learn Calligraphy? It's time to shed some light on some of the common misleading information.

In this episode, I talk about 6 common myths about Calligraphy that I see on the internet All. THE. TIME. Not knowing that these are myths can but you in a box at the start of your Calligraphy journey and may cause slower growth. Or it may cause you to choose a direction you didn't really want to choose as it did for me.

Let's dive in and uncover these myths so you can have better expectations for the beginning of YOUR Calligraphy journey. If you're one that likes to have good information before learning a new skill, this one is definitely for you. I hope this inspire you to more writing!

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

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Pencil Calligraphy is a legit form of Calligraphy that many people enjoy. It's a great fit for moms because of the flexibility and minimal tools. In this episode I go over all the tools you need to do Pencil Calligraphy successfully. I hope this inspires you to start today!

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

Mentioned in this episodes:

Blackwing Pencils: https://blackwing602.com/products/blackwing-set-of-12

Mars Lumograph: https://www.amazon.com/STAEDTLER-break-resistant-super-bonded-100-G12/dp/B0014E2S0Q/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1

Rubber Kneeded eraser: https://www.jetpens.com/Prismacolor-Kneaded-Rubber-Eraser-Medium/pd/15859

Rhodia Notebook: https://www.johnnealbooks.com/product/rhodia-dot-grid-pad (You don't need high quality paper for pencil Calligraphy but it makes your Calligraphy look better)

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Hey Callie (Beautiful!),

Are you excited about getting you tools for Calligraphy ? Are you looking forward to getting fun and juicy pens? In this episode a share *10 things to consider before going out and buying to avoid the common mistakes. Those 10 basics are:

Listen to the episode to learn the why and get a smart start to your Calligraphy journey.

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

* I accidently order the 10 basics incorrectly in the episode. Oops! They are all there

P.S. I will have my own material list coming later this month. Thank for your patience! 🙏

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Today I cover the pros and cons of Self Pace and Calligraphy 1:1 Coaching. Both are fantastic options for a mom looking for flexibility when learning.  Self- Pace gives you a lot of freedom in your learning pace while Coaching allows you to go deeper. This episode will save your money and time as you find the best type of Calligraphy class for you!

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

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You might not be aware that there are different types of Calligraphy classes that you can choose. There are In-Person workshops, Online workshops, self -paced and coaching. In this episode, I talk about the pros and cons through the perspective of a busy mom. This episode will save your money and time as you find the best type of Calligraphy class for you!

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

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Today I have five uplifting reasons you can let go of guilt and pursue Calligraphy if that's the passion that God placed on you heart. I was at this crossroads 5 years ago when I started learning Calligraphy. I felt bad leaving my kids at home without me. I questioned whether I was doing the right thing. I hope this episodes uplifts you and removes the burden of guilt.

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

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Hey mama,

Are you looking for a Calligraphy Teacher and different learning options? Today I give 4 ways and 2 bonus ways to find Calligraphy teachers with online and in-person options.  Not all of these ways are obvious as a beginner Calligraphy. A few of them took me months to figure out. I want YOU to be able to get started on your Calligraphy journey and easily find the right classes for you. I hope this episode provides you with good options.

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

Mentioned in this episodes:

Southern Califonia Calligraphy guild (Not Southern Calligraphy):  https://societyforcalligraphy.org/

List of guilds in North America: https://www.bigskyscribes.org/guilds-organizations-us-canada​

https://www.kallicampacademy.com/

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Hey Mama,

The differences between Modern and Traditional Calligraphy is another big distinction to understand in the Calligraphy world. But more importantly, which one should YOU learn? If you want to do both, which one should you learn first? Would learning Modern Calligraphy make you more creative? Tune in to get all the answers and understand which is best for you!

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

Links mentioned:

Logo I did for Soaps By Oaks (amazing soap!)

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Calligraphy and Cursive look so similar! How do we tell them apart? I dive into differences and similarities and a little bit of history to give you more context. This episode will make it easier to understand them! I hope you take away that you can use both Cursive and Calligraphy for enjoyment in writing.

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

Books mentioned:

The Art of Cursive Penmanship by Michael Sull

My fav fun cursive class

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Hey Mama,

 Today we dive into the benefits of learning Copperplate script for moms.  Copperplate Script orginated in the 1700s and had a revival in 2010. If your goals for learning Calligraphy are wanting to make money, make trendy cards or be able to write more formally, this episode is for you! Don't miss the benefits of writing this beautiful 'Hand".

Your Calligrafriend,

Joanna

Books mentioned:

Penmanship Made Easy by George Bickham

The Universal Penman by George Bickham

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