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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


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


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


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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