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Christopher Calderhead, a very well-known New York City-based calligrapher, author and teacher talks about the history, practice and philosophy of calligraphy, from before the advent of the printing press to the contemporary tradition of graffiti. (Broadcast on WPKN radio on July 8, 2015. Produced by Tony Ernst.)
Born to German Jewish refugee physicians in Lahore (now Pakistan, then British India) Hazel has lived, studied and worked in many places–India, England, Australia, Israel and the United States. She makes her home in the woods of the eastern end of Long Island, New York where she produces the art of leafages, the radio sounds of Tidings and writes about growing up Jewish in Lahore. Read more about Hazel…
Leafages by Hazel Kahan are made from real leaves, vines and tendrils interwoven with calligraphy, decorative pen and ink flourishes and imaginary Latin botanical names. Leafages contain a philosophical or inspirational thought, quotation or verse from sages, poets or religious texts. Some leafages are specially created for an individual, a couple or a family with words or leaves reflecting their personal narrative. They are available on the Leafages shop on Etsy although the supply is low right now, all my energies having been absorbed by the book I’ve been writing. Do come back soon when the shop will be full of new leafage abundance or contact me.
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The St. John’s Bible moved me in a way I’ll never forget. The God given talent of the calligraphy & artwork is breathtaking. Trained as a graphic designer, lettering is a part of my life. I do some calligraphic writing & sell mainly to in a shop in So. Miami and a shop here in Orlando & from my own contacts. I’m feeling very presumptuous – but if you would look at my website and let me know your thought about developing my style or other comments that come to you. I’d be honored to hear your thoughts. Thank you for you valuable time. Sherry Krawczyk, Orlando