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Calligraphy (from Greek ?????? kallos "beauty" + ??af? graph? "writing") is a type of visual art. It is often called the art of writing (Mediavilla 1996 17). A contemporary definition of calligraphic practice is "the art of giving form to signs in an expressive, harmonious and skillful manner" (Mediavilla 1996 18). The story of writing is one of aesthetic evolution framed within the technical skills, transmission speed(s) and materials limitations of a person, time and place (Diringer 1968 441). A style of writing is described as a script, hand or alphabet (Fraser & Kwiatkowski 2006; Johnston 1909 Plate 6). Modern calligraphy ranges from functional hand lettered inscriptions and designs to fine art pieces where the abstract expression of the handwritten mark may or may not supersede the legibility of the letters (Mediavilla 1996). Classical calligraphy differs from typography and non-classical hand-lettering, though a calligrapher may create all of these; characters are historically disciplined yet fluid and spontaneous, improvised at the moment of writing (Pott 2006 & 2005; Zapf 2007 & 2006). Calligraphy continues to flourish in the forms of wedding and event invitations, font design/ typography, original hand-lettered logo design, religious art, various announcements/ graphic design/ commissioned calligraphic art, cut stone inscriptions and memorial documents. Also props and moving images for film and television, testimonials, birth and death certificates/maps, and other works involving writing (see for example Letter Arts Review; Propfe 2005; Geddes & Dion 2004). Western calligraphy is recognizable by the use of the Roman alphabet, which evolved from the Phoenician, Greek, and Etruscan alphabets. The first Roman alphabet appeared about 600 BC, in Rome, and by the first century developed into Roman imperial capitals carved on stones, Rustic capitals painted on walls, and Roman cursive for daily use. In the second and third centuries the Uncial lettering style developed. It was the monasteries which preserved the calligraphy traditions during the fourth and fifth centuries, when the Roman Empire fell and Europe entered the Dark Ages.[1] At the height of the Roman Empire its power reached as far as Great Britain; when the empire fell, its literary influence remained. The Semi-uncial generated the Irish Semi-uncial, the small Anglo-Saxon. Each region seems to have developed its own standards following the main monastery of the region (i.e. Merovingian script, Laon script, Luxeuil script, Visigothic script, Beneventan script), which are mostly cursive and hardly readable.
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1. Celebrate your Son's 7th Birthday with Knights in Shining Armor Party
June 14, 2009
A knight in shining armor is a fun party idea for your son’s 7th birthday. He will surely be excited to dress up like a knight, pretend to slay dragons and rescue his princess from the royal castle. Get your son involved in planning his birthday party so he can incorporate his own ideas. Give your son a royal treatment with a knight in shining armor party that he will never forget. • Invitations: Use calligraphy font for your son’s birthday invitation to add a medieval element on the invitation. Use a catchy sentence like “Here Ye, Here Ye calling or knights and fair maidens, Sir Cohen i... (read more)
Author: Girlie Nuqui
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2. Chinese Calligraphy Tattoo Designs
April 30, 2009
In the past few years, Chinese tattoo designs have become very popular among young and old alike. Riding this hot new trend is a great way to express your individuality.
Are you thinking of getting a Chinese tattoo?
As tattoo enthusiasts, we know the importance of a tattoo that is both aesthetically pleasing, and personally meaningful.
Chinese characters perfectly fulfill that first criteria with their simple and timeless beauty. And as for the second criteria, Chinese symbols certainly have excellent potential for expressing a personal or intellectual message in a succinct, yet... (read more)
Author: Han Words
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3. Hand Calligraphy In Your Wedding Invitations
February 11, 2009
In addition to the preparation of the ceremony, the wedding invites are one of the most important things you need to plan. That’s why you need to create a special look to your print invitations. One way to do that is to use hand calligraphy in your special announcement. Custom invitation printing is very popular these days especially with hand calligraphy. Skilled calligraphers are now in fashion. They can work with you to come up with special designs according to your specifications. All you need to do is to provide your calligrapher with the dimensions of your wedding print invitations and ... (read more)
Author: Andrew Michaels
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4. The History of Chinese Symbols
January 27, 2009
The Chinese symbols, also known as Chinese characters, are one of the oldest known written symbols in the world. The evolvement of Chinese symbols have been through three stages, they are oracle and Bronze Inscriptions, bamboo Inscriptions and modern Chinese writings.
Oracle Bone and Bronze Inscriptions
The earliest Chinese symbols were carved by the ancient Chinese of the Shang Dynasty (1200-1050 BC) on tortoise shells and ox scapula (shoulder blades), also known as Oracle Inscriptions (Jiaguwen) which were found at the site of the last Shang capital near present-day Anyang, Henan p... (read more)
Author: Lin Lee
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5. There Are Choices To Make When Purchasing A Calligraphy Pen
October 14, 2008
When most people take up calligraphy they begin with a less expensive calligraphy pen such as a felt tipped one or perhaps a basic disposable calligraphy pen set. After some constant practice at the newly acquired calligraphy skills and the basic pen techniques are mastered the next stage is to think about stepping up to the next level. The pen might cost you a little bit more and you may have to learn one or two new skills but it will eventually become time to step up to the next level and buy a new calligraphy pen.
Some choices will have to be made over whether you buy a calligraphy pe... (read more)
Author: Damien Gay
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6. Fountain Pens - a Brief History
October 02, 2008
The first known fountain pen was invented over a thousand years ago in the Middle East. In 953, the caliph of Egypt commissioned a pen that could be filled with ink and then be carried around without leaking. He was subsequently presented with a pen with a reservoir of ink that was delivered to the nib by gravity and capillary action. The fountain pen was largely unknown in the Western world until the 19th century. Several different types of fountain pen were invented in the first half of that century. Early models were, however, fraught with problems, and they did not become popular unti... (read more)
Author: Peter Ashburton
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7. So You Want to Buy a Fountain Pen
September 17, 2008
So you want to buy a really nice fountain pen but don't know where to start. It's been years since you first used that cheap pen at school and you now want to experience using a finer writing instrument. Where do you start? Firstly, lets start with what you wish to use the pen for. Is it going to be every day use, for example taking notes in school, more for artistic penmanship such as calligraphy or for just a little bit of writing each day? Next, how much are you looking to spend? You can get every day fountain pens from $1.00 up to and beyond $500. It doesn't necessarily mean that... (read more)
Author: Peter Ashburton
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8. Beijing 2008 XXIX Olympiad & Chinese Economics - How Ready is China?
August 12, 2008
As one stands in awe, amazed at the $47 billion opening ceremony of the Beijing 2008 XXIX Olympiad , you cannot avoid being overwhelmed by the thunderous Chinese drums, portraying the ancient arts of Chinese calligraphy and body painting, printing, marine-faring and abilities in intricate display of mangle of modern human ingenuity and technological presentation. To the Chinese, it seems that Impossible is Nothing.
Yes, China is sending a message to the world, that it is ready for the world, be it in sports or more so otherwise.
Since Deng Xiao Peng opened its doors to the world in... (read more)
Author: Yoshiko Choy
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9. obtain the best custom awards
July 30, 2008
Awards A Plus has an established reputation providing the best custom awards. Our awards department specializes in award trophy, awards plaques trophies, crystal awards and metal trophy awards. Our award services maintain the highest standards of perfectionism in design as well as keeping high business integrity. Whether you have a specific design in mind or require our expertise, Awards A Plus will guide you through all the steps in completing your project. Your needs are our priority. We pride ourselves in customizing the most unique award trophy and awards plaques trophies designs. We are ... (read more)
Author: islam khalil
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10. creating the most unique custom embedments
July 30, 2008
Awards A Plus has a long tradition of creating the most unique custom embedments for our clients. Our embedements department is skilled in designing and molding lucite embedments. Embedments are made from a special material called Lucite embedments. The term acrylic embedments are sometimes used to describe embedments or lucite embedments. Some of our clients often request lucite tombstones. Embedments are generally composed of Lucite embedments. The material is very strong and while lucite embedments look like glass, they are not embedments in glass. Our embedments departments produces-but ... (read more)
Author: islam khalil
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11. plaques that can be used for memorial plaques purposes
July 30, 2008
Awards A Plus has a reputation for having a strong department for plaques. Our plaques trophies awards are created with the finest materials and designed by the best graphic designers with great care and creativity. We create wall plaques that can be used for memorial plaques purposes. Our address plaques can be hung on the wall plaques. Our plaque awards are custom made to the very detail for your specific occasion. Whether used for memorial plaques purposes or for retirement plaques gifts, our appreciation plaques are truly unique and customizable. Specify your needs from a large selection ... (read more)
Author: islam khalil
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12. Dwell Table Sketch Linens
April 11, 2008
Dwell has long been known for its fresh and innovative take on modern bedding. Since their very first collection in 1999, dwell's designers Jennifer Chused and Christiane Lemieux have constantly reinterpreted the definition of modern, exploring different expressions of what is current. Quality has also been important to dwell, they chose to take the high road on the thread count debate and rather than using a lesser quality construction in a higher thread count, they chose their staple fabric to be 100% Egyptian cotton percale in a 320 thread count. dwell's patterns have become a modern classi... (read more)
Author: Prabakar S
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13. The Definitive Logo Design Destination Online!
March 09, 2008
Logo design is no child’s play. No matter how much the availability of a plethora of graphics-related software that lets you create intriguing shapes and amazing calligraphy with a mere click of the mouse, or the abundance of cheap logo-designing services, thanks to rampant business process outsourcing to third world countries, would try to have us believe that logo design is not a very hard proposition these days, the fact is that such facilities hardly ever produce a logo design that you can really be proud of. A good logo design, nay a ‘great’ one, calls for a good deal of creativity, a lot... (read more)
Author: Sam D'Costa
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14. Study Abroad China - Learn Mandarin Chinese Being Amidst Chinese People
March 09, 2008
Study abroad China(http://www.chinastudyabroad.org)would be the best and wise option in order to learn Mandarin Chinese and have a proper hold on the language. No doubt, there may be hundreds of language schools available around your vicinity who can guide you through the language, but when it comes to acquire an in-depth knowledge of Chinese culture, trend, and tradition beside the calligraphy, you must choose to study abroad in China instead of learning the language from the nearby language schools.
It is for sure that learning Mandarin Chinese involves some investment and everybody loo... (read more)
Author: Sharon Rongmit
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15. Dwell and Sferra Linens
February 28, 2008
Quality Dwell table linens are one of those little luxuries I like to afford myself once in a while you know what I’m talking about. All those little things like nice towels, bed sheets and flatware. For a not-so-huge amount of money you can get something of great value. Basically anything you have constant contact with on a daily basis should provide you with a certain (if small) pleasure. The pleasure of knowing that you have something of quality & value that didn’t break the bank.
Dwell's collection of linen pillows is an extension of their bedding line. They represent the latest in D... (read more)
Author: Prabakar S
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16. Pure Cotton Linens of Dwell Table
February 10, 2008
Dwell bedding is the perfect blend of sweetness and sophistication, providing a much-needed update to traditional baby bedding. You won't find a higher quality or more luxurious option for your newborn than this fitted sheet. Made of 100% cotton percale with a contemporary cowgirl pattern, this fitted sheet may be mixed and matched with solid colors or used with the Cowgirl Crib Set.
Dwell Linens isn't necessary to sacrifice practicality for luxury. Dwelltable offers both durability and contemporary style in their luxury table linen collection. dwell's 2007 chinoiserie collection is about... (read more)
Author: Prabakar S
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17. How The Quill Pen Became The Ultimate Symbol Of All Writers
January 23, 2008
The quill pen was traditionally made from the flight feathers of large birds like geese and swans; Before metal dip pens appeared, quill pens were the best writing instruments available. Even in modern time, quill pen instruments are preferred in calligraphy due to their sharp and flexible stroke that isn't matched even by modern steel pens. Feather shaft works like a small ink reservoir, releasing ink gradually. Hand writing instruments did exist from ancient times, the Egyptians and later on the Romans improved the writing technique after they introduced the quill pen. The quill pen was als... (read more)
Author: Peter Gitundu
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18. How Pen And Ink Technique Was Transformed Into A Complete Form Of Art
January 23, 2008
Pen and ink is a method of drawing and writing at the same time, the pen is used instead of a brush and the ink can have various colors, even though the most popular one is black. The image might look like made up of several others, something like overlapping sketches. Pen and ink also stand for elegant writing and the art of calligraphy. Calligraphy is known to be the art of beautiful writing, a modern definition would describe it as the artistic way of giving form and meaning to signs in a skillful manner. Various types of pens create different kinds of lines, some produce more delicate sig... (read more)
Author: Peter Gitundu
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19. Geisha: Flowers of the Willow World
January 01, 2008
Often referred to as the “flowers of the willow world” Geisha are an enduring symbol of Japan whose inherent beauty, grace, charm, and artistic talent have been admired for centuries. The word geisha means artist in Japanese, and they have been traditionally considered professional performers who entertain guests through a series of time honored arts such as Japanese ancient dance, singing, playing of various musical instruments, flower arrangement, tea ceremony , and calligraphy.
Historically Geisha began their training at a very young age, and although girls were occasionally sold to ... (read more)
Author: James Sherard
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20. Digital Signage Network
November 27, 2007
The modern Telepresence: an increase in the coefficient carnal in the distance communication The Telepresence did not wait for digital signage networks to be deployed. It is an anthropological data. But the movement that is growing today, the proportion carnal expressive in the canals is very readable. The handwriting, the first transport distance of language, in the extreme formalizes corporeality of the author, not letting come through and through calligraphy. The expansion of the printed realize that the invention of writing announced only as an abstract promise: the formation of commun... (read more)
Author: rise vision
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21. Wedding Favor Ideas
October 28, 2007
Wedding Favor Ideas The big questions with wedding favors are: 1. What type will you have? and 2. Do you make them or buy them? More often, brides are making their wedding favors as supplies and ideas are abundant. Just ensure that you allow plenty of time if you go down this route. Here are a few ideas from Your Wedding Wardrobe to get you started. Make the place card double as a party favor at your reception. Choose a calligraphy font and download for free online. Next, look up the meaning of each guest’s name online at sites that give you the meaning of names ... (read more)
Author: Trish Loader
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22. Feng Shui Store featuring Feng Shui Products for Asian Home Decors
September 27, 2007
Feng Shui for the Nursery by feng shui expert Debra Keher is an easy guide to applying old Chinese principles of harmony, organisation, coloring and constructive mood-setting to a greenhouse room. Written in simple and easy terms for the novice, Feng Shui for the Nursery covers what colors to take, where to put the cot, the trick of mirrors, balancing the five elements in one's furnishings, and much. An immediate, easy-to-follow origin of ideas and well-intentioned guidelines, particularly for parents who mistrust the popular habit of merely slathering the greenhouse in dark or pink.
Feng... (read more)
Author: vaishal patel
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23. Learning How to Write in Chinese
October 18, 2006
What do you need to know before you start learning Chinese?
Before you begin to learn how to read and write Chinese, there is one thing you need to know, it is a very difficult language that will take years and years of dedicated hard work. If you have not had any experience with Chinese culture and calligraphy in the past, it can be difficult sometimes.
Chinese writing is very different from most other languages in the world. There are tens of thousands of characters that represent different words and you will have to memorize many of these words and learn how they are used grammati... (read more)
Author: Tony Tsai
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24. Learning How to Write in Chinese
October 18, 2006
What do you need to know before you start learning Chinese?
Before you begin to learn how to read and write Chinese, there is one thing you need to know, it is a very difficult language that will take years and years of dedicated hard work. If you have not had any experience with Chinese culture and calligraphy in the past, it can be difficult sometimes.
Chinese writing is very different from most other languages in the world. There are tens of thousands of characters that represent different words and you will have to memorize many of these words and learn how they are used grammati... (read more)
Author: Tony Tsai
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25. Wedding Invitations Addressing Printing
April 12, 2006
Wedding Invitation Printing Options: Your invitation can be printed in more ways than possibly one might have thought. In today’s world different techniques could be incorporated for the printing of envelope invitation card. But, beware, some of the techniques could cost much higher than other ones. The main thing is depending on how one requires the invitation card to look like. Calligraphy: For a fancy handwritten appearance the art of calligraphy is always a beautiful option. Special pens along with special ink and some skilled calligraphy expert in the can perform the task very easily... (read more)
Author: Jimmy John
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