Born in Hokkaido, Japan, Yamaguchi began her calligraphy training at the mere age of six, studying the basics under the guidance of Master Zuiho Sato. Having moved to the US in 2004, she now combines her art with performance, transforming its two-dimensional form into a 3-dimensional presence.

According to Yamaguchi, the practice of calligraphy is very much physical. “Calligraphy is like karate,” she explained in an interview with 99u. “Until you get the black belt, you have so many ranks to move through.”

“Studying calligraphy is really physical,” she went on to say, “and I was a perfectionist. I would look at my master’s work and try to write it exactly the same, following his brushstroke. My work wouldn’t come out the same, so I’d get frustrated. However, I’m really persistent, so I would strain my back over a sheet of paper, practicing for hours until I could write something nearly identical to my master.”

Her hard work paid off. Over the years Yamaguchi has won numerous awards, including the First Place prize from the Minister of Education at the 44th Asahi Calligraphy Nationwide School Exhibit and the Superior First Place at the 33rd National Students Calligraphy Exhibition.

And while her work is considered contemporary (exploring the meeting point between traditional Eastern classics and modern artistic expression), she still draws from her cultural upbringing, breathing new life into this all but forgotten art form.

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“A passion for art and calligraphy prompted me to start The Postman’s Knock in 2012 as a custom illustration, calligraphy, and graphic design business,” she writes on her website. “I called my business ‘The Postman’s Knock’ because of my love for beautiful snail mail!”

Her first and most important tip: have fun. According to Bugbee, as long as your practice is enjoyable, you’ll continue to hone your skills. “The best advice I can give about learning calligraphy is you have to enjoy your practice,” she further relayed. “Yes, use structured resources like an online course or a worksheet, but also let yourself have fun. As you start to get the hang of how to use a dip pen, take on engaging projects.”

Aside from calligraphy, Bugbee also teaches watercolor illustration. Some of her structured resources include 10 ‘Stuck at Home’ Project Suggestions and The Beginner’s Guide to Modern Calligraphy. Follow her online for more information.

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“I have been working with type as a profession for a few years, but I discovered calligraphy when I was in middle school,” he relayed in an interview with We Heart. “Since then, I was always doodling on my notes — and graffiti has continued to be an influence.”

Having studied graphic design in school, sharpened his skills and gave him the opportunity to go to school for typeface design and attend workshops. “Some of the tools I use to create come back to graffiti and how it has influenced me over the years,” he says. “I also like to experiment with the combination of digital and analog; handmade and contemporary.”

Known for his tag, “It’s a living,” his direct approach to typography aims to produce a positive impact. So far, it’s been working out pretty good for him. Take a look for yourself.

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“We need to be constantly learning and honing our skills in order for calligraphy to stay relevant, and to keep up with the changing times and client requests,” she explained her philosophy in an interview with The Pen Company. “I firmly believe that to be a good calligrapher, we need to study from the old masters.”

“Many practicing calligraphers are self-taught and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that, but I knew early on that if I was to be serious about the art and craft of calligraphy, I had to learn it the right way, which is from professional calligraphers,” she explains.

Indeed, if nothing else, Yoshida’s Instagram page is a testament to the hard work she puts into her calligraphy practice. “Calligraphy is a life-long learning experience,” she stresses on her personal website. We recommend you follow her learning experience online.

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Born in Hokkaido, Japan, Yamaguchi began her calligraphy training at the mere age of six, studying the basics under the guidance of Master Zuiho Sato. Having moved to the US in 2004, she now combines her art with performance, transforming its two-dimensional form into a 3-dimensional presence.

According to Yamaguchi, the practice of calligraphy is very much physical. “Calligraphy is like karate,” she explained in an interview with 99u. “Until you get the black belt, you have so many ranks to move through.”

“Studying calligraphy is really physical,” she went on to say, “and I was a perfectionist. I would look at my master’s work and try to write it exactly the same, following his brushstroke. My work wouldn’t come out the same, so I’d get frustrated. However, I’m really persistent, so I would strain my back over a sheet of paper, practicing for hours until I could write something nearly identical to my master.”

Her hard work paid off. Over the years Yamaguchi has won numerous awards, including the First Place prize from the Minister of Education at the 44th Asahi Calligraphy Nationwide School Exhibit and the Superior First Place at the 33rd National Students Calligraphy Exhibition.

And while her work is considered contemporary (exploring the meeting point between traditional Eastern classics and modern artistic expression), she still draws from her cultural upbringing, breathing new life into this all but forgotten art form.

The post Aoi Yamaguchi Explores the Physical Aspects of Calligraphy appeared first on MobiSpirit.

“A passion for art and calligraphy prompted me to start The Postman’s Knock in 2012 as a custom illustration, calligraphy, and graphic design business,” she writes on her website. “I called my business ‘The Postman’s Knock’ because of my love for beautiful snail mail!”

Her first and most important tip: have fun. According to Bugbee, as long as your practice is enjoyable, you’ll continue to hone your skills. “The best advice I can give about learning calligraphy is you have to enjoy your practice,” she further relayed. “Yes, use structured resources like an online course or a worksheet, but also let yourself have fun. As you start to get the hang of how to use a dip pen, take on engaging projects.”

Aside from calligraphy, Bugbee also teaches watercolor illustration. Some of her structured resources include 10 ‘Stuck at Home’ Project Suggestions and The Beginner’s Guide to Modern Calligraphy. Follow her online for more information.

The post Learn Your ABCs With Lindsey Bugbee appeared first on MobiSpirit.

“I have been working with type as a profession for a few years, but I discovered calligraphy when I was in middle school,” he relayed in an interview with We Heart. “Since then, I was always doodling on my notes — and graffiti has continued to be an influence.”

Having studied graphic design in school, sharpened his skills and gave him the opportunity to go to school for typeface design and attend workshops. “Some of the tools I use to create come back to graffiti and how it has influenced me over the years,” he says. “I also like to experiment with the combination of digital and analog; handmade and contemporary.”

Known for his tag, “It’s a living,” his direct approach to typography aims to produce a positive impact. So far, it’s been working out pretty good for him. Take a look for yourself.

The post Short and Sweet: Ricardo Gonzalez’s Typography Art is Rather Powerful appeared first on MobiSpirit.

“We need to be constantly learning and honing our skills in order for calligraphy to stay relevant, and to keep up with the changing times and client requests,” she explained her philosophy in an interview with The Pen Company. “I firmly believe that to be a good calligrapher, we need to study from the old masters.”

“Many practicing calligraphers are self-taught and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that, but I knew early on that if I was to be serious about the art and craft of calligraphy, I had to learn it the right way, which is from professional calligraphers,” she explains.

Indeed, if nothing else, Yoshida’s Instagram page is a testament to the hard work she puts into her calligraphy practice. “Calligraphy is a life-long learning experience,” she stresses on her personal website. We recommend you follow her learning experience online.

The post Linda Yoshida Love For the Written Word is Evident appeared first on MobiSpirit.