I am so excited about this forum that I stumbled upon by chance.
All my life I have had this soft spot for writing and pens, ink, notebooks,
all things pretty that are connected to writing. So it didn't surprise anyone
that I went to study graphic-design. I was swept away by the many things
one could do with a computer, but my love for ink, pen and paper remained.
No matter what could be done with that computer of mine, my love for
the real thing remained and I often incorporate lettering and illustrating
into my job.
For many years I have tried to learn calligraphy, teaching myself with books.
But I never quite stuck with it, always ending up being very frustrated with
my own work and never meeting my own high standard. Thus giving up
very quickly every time.
This time feels different though. I have fallen in love with calligraphy
again and this time I am pretty sure I will follow through, I have my mind
set to it... I will start learning copperplate. Right now I am only 2 weeks into
practice, but it sure makes me feel so happy.
I hope to finde likeminded people here! People willing to discuss ink, nibs,
pens and paper seem to be so rare in my real life
So, hello everyone,
Nicole
