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The Calligraphy Podcast
Welcome to The Calligraphy Podcast, a space for calligraphers to talk about, share and grow in their art–and cultivate community along the way. Join hosts Ajab Rajvir Jandiala and Christen Turney as they delve into all things pen and ink.
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Flourishing with Schin Loong of Open Ink Stand
Get ready to flourish! In this episode, we chat with Schin Loong, calligrapher and artist at Open Ink Stand about all things flourishing. Schin is kno...
Forever Learners
It's summertime, which means folks are making time for calligaphy. Maybe you're headed to a calligraphy class or conference or are on a vacation and a...
Grinding Sumi Ink
The smell of sandalwood fills the air. A gentle scraping sound is heard from the other room. Everything turns black. No, the world isn't ending. We're...
Is Calligraphy Your Hobby?
For us (Ajab and Christen), calligraphy started out as a hobby. We know from experience, once calligraphy enters your life, it's hard to shake it! Whi...
The Calligraphy Podcast Season 4: Coming Soon!
Get ready for an all new season of The Calligraphy Podcast. Starting May 15, we will release one episode per month.
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Brush Calligraphy
From the large tips on the Tombow dual pens to small point of a Pentel Brush Sign Pen, we're talking all things brush calligraphy.
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Breaks in Business with Chantelle Hoffman
Today, we welcome special gust Chantelle Hoffman of Bespoke Strokes. Chantelle shares about how she made the decision to step back from her calligraph...
A Taste of IAMPETH
Ever wonder what it's like to go to a calligraphy conference? In this episode we share clips from the 2019 IAMPETH conference and tell you all about w...
Learning a New Script
In this episode, we talk about:
Recommended in this episode: Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield
S3 E4: Chat with Nina Tran
Nina is a calligraphy teacher and artist renowned for her Live sessions on Instagram and her incredible attention to detail.
In this heartfelt c...
S3 E3: Calligraphy Envelope Jobs
One of the biggest streams of income for calligraphers is wedding envelope jobs.
In this episode we talk about:
Your homework—time yoursel...
S3 E2: How to Make Ink with Mr. Fox of Fox and Quills
We bring Mr. Fox of Fox & Quills on the show to answer all these questions, and lots more!
New ink announcements: Fox & Quills
Check out F...
S3 E1: Calligraphy, Choose Your Own Adventure
In this episode:
Plus, Christen asks a bold question and Ajab shares her vulnerabilities.
Books recommended:
S2 E20: 2020 Year in Review
In the last episode of season 2, we recap the past year of the podcast, share some BIG news and end with two rounds of rapid fire questions.
Tha...
S2 E20: 2020 Year in Review
In the last episode of season 2, we recap the past year of the podcast, share some BIG news and end with two rounds of rapid fire questions.
Tha...
S2 E19: Commissions from Start to Finish
At one point or another, we all get asked to create a commissioned piece for a client. In this episode, we break down all the steps from inquiry to de...
S2 E18: Plagiarism and Honest Work
*Disclaimer: This episode is not legal advice. We share about copyrights, the public domain and plagiarism in this episode. Consult a legal profession...
S2 E17: Overcoming Self Doubt with Sarah Richardson
In today's episode, we interview Sarah Richardson of Sarah Script. Sarah specializes in Copperplate and Engrosser's Script, in fact, she wrote the boo...
S2 E16: Teaching an Online Calligraphy Workshop
While the coronavirus has us holed up at home, the calligraphy community has adapted and taken to the internet to provide a plethora of online classes...
S2 E15: Studying and Practicing Broad Edge Calligraphy
We use the famous words of Brian Walker, shared by Heather Held, to format today's episode. We talk about resources to study from, tools to practice w...
S2 E15: Studying and Practicing Broad Edge Calligraphy
We use the famous words of Brian Walker, shared by Heather Held, to format today's episode. We talk about resources to study from, tools to practice w...
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S2 E14: Intro to Broad Edge Calligraphy
In part one of our broad edge series, we talk about the basics of broad edge calligraphy–tools, how to get an x height, how it relates to and differs...
S2 E13: Ask Us Everything, Calligraphy Edition
What do government certificates, tied ribbon, Punjab and Hebrew calligraphy, and the public domain have in common?
All of these topics are cover...
S2 E12: Italian Hand with Heather Held
In this episode of The Calligraphy Podcast, we had the honor of chatting with Heather Held, known for her stunning offhand flourishing and florals and...
S2 E11: Know Your Worth
Sometimes we just need a little pep talk to remind us that we are worthy of pursuing this art, working professionally and contributing to the calligra...
S2 E 10: Handmade Calligraphy Artisans
We asked YOU, our amazing listeners, about the small businesses who create your favorite inks, pens, papers and other supplies. We got an incredible r...
S2 E9: Interview with Master Penman Jake Weidmann
Today, we welcome IAMPETH Master Penman Jake Weidmann on the show. Join us as Jake shares about his calligraphy journey, his favorite condiments and a...
Master Penman Interview Teaser
Stay tuned for a special episode with artist and master penman Jake Weidmann. The full interview will be available July 6.
Music credit:Meekness...
S2 E8: Unsung Heroes in Your Tool Kit
Ink stirrers, triangles, footballs, oh my! Pens and inks aside, tune into today's episode to hear about the tools that help you do your best work.
S2 E7: Interview with Dr. Joe Vitolo
Today we had the honor of speaking with Dr. Joe Vitolo, one of the most well known and humble calligraphy teachers and educators in our community.
S2 Ep6: The Flourish Forum with Erica McPhee
If you want to go on a calligraphy deep dive, The Flourish Forum is the place to be. We talk with Erica McPhee, the founder of the Flourish Forum, to...
S2 E5: Finding Your Calligraphy Style
In today's episode, we talk about what it means to find your calligraphy style.
In this episode, we mentioned this book, great for being inspire...
S2 E4: Calligraphy Community on Social Media
Today's episode is about social media–not from a business perspective, but from a friendship perspective! Social media has opened up many avenues for...
S2 E3: Wedding Calligraphy with Suzanne Cunningham
During a recent survey that we conducted, Suzanne Cunningham was one of the most requested guests. Well, we listened to you!
In this candid and...
S2:E3 Links to Suzanne's Favorite Suppiles
In Episode 3, our guest Suzanne Cunningham shared her favorite calligraphy supplies. With over 25 years in the industry, Suzanne is one of the most re...
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S2 E2: Wedding Planning for Your Business
Before the bells start ringing, take time to do some wedding planning of your own. In this episode, Christen and Ajab share tips on how to prepare for...
S2 E1: The Blocked Calligrapher
Maybe you took a break for the holidays, the summer or a busy season. Either way, sometimes it can be hard to bounce back and feel motivated to practi...
Season 2 Teaser
The Calligraphy Podcast is coming back! We've been working behind the scenes to bring you another great season, starting March 16. Make sure to subscr...
S1, E20: Year in Review
We started from the bottom, now we're here. Less than a year ago, Christen and Ajab decided to venture into the podcast world with The Calligraphy Pod...
S1, E19: Show cards and Speedball with Randall Hasson
Take a look at your calligraphy library–is the Speedball Textbook sitting on your shelf? In this last interview of season one, we sat down with Randal...