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Sumi Ink | A Comparison
The connection to ancient calligraphy practices makes this medium so meaningful for me.
Becka Bravo
Apr 25, 20202 min read
For Old Times' Sake, Me Jo
I'm not a big New Year's person. It's probably just the ex-bartender/introvert in me that negatively associates the holiday with loud,...
Becka Bravo
Dec 30, 20172 min read
A Little Room, Made.
Oh, what magic happens when a little room is suddenly filled with purpose + love + soft-soled versions of adult sneakers. No longer...
Becka Bravo
Oct 9, 20176 min read
Working with a Calligrapher | The Guest List
Professional calligraphy can elevate your event stationery in a way few things can. It is bespoke. 100% by hand. Each piece becomes its...
Becka Bravo
Sep 22, 20179 min read
Making Room
40 weeks + we're still playing the waiting game. Le sigh. But we have trust that our little guy knows his birth date. We're just...
Becka Bravo
Sep 10, 20172 min read
DIY | Envelope Liners
Envelope liners are a wonderful way to add a bespoke, customized feel to your stationery. They can add a needed pop of color or texture,...
Becka Bravo
Aug 14, 20172 min read
Pointed Calligraphy Nibs for Beginners
When you're starting a new practice, the tools you choose can be immeasurably important, if not imperative to your success. With pointed...
Becka Bravo
Aug 5, 20176 min read
My Open Letter of Apology to Gum Arabic
It wasn't you, it was me. I just didn't understand you, which meant I didn't know how to love you. I'm sure you felt used + discarded....
Becka Bravo
Jul 19, 20174 min read
OBLIQUE CALLIGRAPHY PENS
♥ Becka Bravo • Locale: Bari Zaki Studio • Photography: Laura Escobar So, you've been working through your Beginner's...
Becka Bravo
Feb 21, 20175 min read
Más Gratitude | DOWNLOAD it.
Hopefully we were all a little more thankful this past week. A little more gracious, a bit softer + a lot more open. Hopefully we saw a...
Becka Bravo
Nov 27, 20161 min read
Day of the Coloring Dead
Celebrate the memory of your loved ones with a free printable coloring mask for Day of the Dead by Más+Millie.
Becka Bravo
Oct 30, 20161 min read
WE HAVE BUTTERFLIES
Something bold, something new, something brush lettered, something blue. Whenever we get the opportunity to work with Jenin Paradise of...
Becka Bravo
Oct 20, 20162 min read
CRUSHING ON CALLIGRAPHY SUPPLIES | Becka's Basics
The big wide world of calligraphy supplies can be daunting. So, I have put together a list of some tried + true + very much loved tools I...
Becka Bravo
Oct 18, 20166 min read
Mastering the Basics
You've picked up a pointed pen + you've started putting ink to paper! Woohoo! At this point, it's truly important to remember that a...
Becka Bravo
Oct 18, 20163 min read
SETTING UP FOR SUCCESS
Every calligrapher should start with a few essential items at their immediate disposal - paper towel or lint free cloth, water bowl, a...
Becka Bravo
Oct 17, 20164 min read
BRIGHT + MODERN WEDDING INSPIRATION
Color lovers + modern brides will appreciate the perfectly blended pops of neon, bold textures + unexpected details. Passionate letterers...
Becka Bravo
Aug 15, 20162 min read
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