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Offline flomade

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Excited to learn!
« on: February 07, 2016, 12:06:58 PM »
Hello!
My name is Flo, and I live in Gasport New York. I've worked as an artist (mixed media/collage) and crafter (bridesmaid invitations) since quitting my 'day job' about 5 years ago. I especially love working with, handling, and collecting antique paper, like old Harper's magazines from the 1800's which are full of fantastic illustrations and all of the perfect and strange beauty of Victorian culture. I've always loved the look of copperplate calligraphy, but assumed that it would take artistic talent that I just don't have to master it. I've recently gotten a little how to guide and materials for modern calligraphy from a friend, and am now very excitedly determined to learn Copperplate! I'm looking forward to this community's knowledge and guidance to help!
kindly,
flo

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Re: Excited to learn!
« Reply #1 on: February 07, 2016, 09:23:42 PM »
Hi Flo, welcome to the forum.  You'll find lots of help and support here.
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Re: Excited to learn!
« Reply #2 on: February 08, 2016, 08:08:38 AM »
Hi Flo! I'm from Rochester, NY - so not too far from you! If you don't mind the long drive, Rochester has a small calligraphy meet-up club that meets once a month. Feel free to DM me if you're interested in more details!

I love finding antique paper and paper related to Victorian culture. Can't wait to see you tackle Copperplate! Welcome to the forum :).

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Re: Excited to learn!
« Reply #3 on: February 08, 2016, 11:06:18 AM »
Hi Flo,

I started learning Copperplate about six months ago, and this forum has given me lots of good advice on supplies and practice techniques. Have fun learning!

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Re: Excited to learn!
« Reply #4 on: February 08, 2016, 11:07:31 AM »
Hi, Flo! Welcome to FF :)
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Re: Excited to learn!
« Reply #5 on: February 08, 2016, 10:28:53 PM »
Hi Flo,
Welcome to the Forum.  You picked the correct forum to join to learn Calligraphy :)
For copperplate, start with Erica's tutorials and post you progress in the Critique section.  You will get amazing feedback and guidance.

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Re: Excited to learn!
« Reply #6 on: February 18, 2016, 04:15:44 PM »
Thank you so much for the welcome, and the support! I'm slowly working my way around the site, and hope to see you all again!
Kindly,
flo

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Re: Excited to learn!
« Reply #7 on: February 27, 2016, 05:17:01 PM »
Welcome Flo! Hope you are enjoying Flourish!  ;D
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