Envelope Samples - Atlanta Calligrapher
Every blue moon I am asked to mail physical samples of my work to clients. For this client, it is a treat as she has requested a few of my favorite styles to execute. Off to the mail these will go!
Hand Calligraphy - Los Angeles Calligraphy
I love this style. If you follow my work at all, you know that I love contrast and this style exudes what you don't expect to see. It's uncentered, the names are on slightly staggered levels & there are different writing forms even within one person's name. (What was I thinking?) But I love it. I Dare your computer to produce that. :)
Since it is temperamental, I decided to call it Elis after one of my favorite musical artists.
Hand Lettered Wood Reception Signs - Houston Calligrapher
These signs (8"x10") will prove to be timeless pieces for your reception & memoirs for your special day. They are stained in either a medium brown or black and hand lettered in white ink. Timeless!
Names for Invitations/Save the Dates - Los Angeles Calligrapher
This was created for a couple to use for their Save the Date. They wanted to incorporate a cartouche and a blush of ice blue which will coincide with the bridesmaid dress. I love it. This will go to their stationer in a high resolution digital file for print. Voila!
Laser-Cut Monogram - Houston Calligrapher
I love duograms (basically a monogram for 2 people) as they make wonderful accents for your reception and your new home together. The size shown is 11'' in height in silver. Larger/smaller sizes & different colors are available.
Modern Calligraphy - Houston Calligraphy
Who doesn't love gold ink on purple paper? So pretty. I don't get many requests for modern calligraphy and it isn't necessarily my "go to" as I tend to be a little more on the classic side of calligraphy, but it is indeed fun to execute.
Recipe documented in calligraphy - houston calligraphy
So the vast majority of my work is split between corporate events and weddings. It was quite a treat to be approached for this project of documenting a family recipe. For the 90th birthday of this family's treasured grandmother, someone had the wonderful idea of having her "famous Pecan Pie" documented with calligraphy. I absolutely love it!
Wine Bottle Engraving Houston
Engraving wine bottles for gifts is one of my favorite things to do. This one is just right for the new year. I tried to provide a close-up on this one. If you look at the name, you can get a feel for the depth of the engraving. Very groovy! Cheers!
Andaluz Tiles as Escort/Place Cards - Houston Calligrapher
These gorgeous Andaluz tiles serve as a great place card or escort card to provide an option that is different from the norm for your guests. I absolutely love these right now!
Mirror Seating Chart - Houston Calligrapher
Mirror seating charts & menus are SO GORGEOUS!!! I just love creating these as they make an event over the top by just being there.
Houston Calligrapher - Chanel & Neiman Marcus Event
It was such a pleasure and a privilege being invited to work with Neiman Marcus and Chanel for this event. I must say that it was pretty awesome to look over and see those iconic invitations as they dried from my calligraphy. And of course, the paper was none other than Crane & Co.
Houston Calligrapher - Place cards
I absolutely love white ink on gray paper. Love love love it. SO when one of my corporate clients from NYC needed place cards, I was happy to oblige her on my favorite colors.
Houston Calligraphy - White ink
SO I absolutely ADORE using white ink on black or gray paper. This ensemble for an upcoming wedding just made me swoon. The couple also chose black paper that exhibits a shimmer. It is stunning in person. Take a look at the process. You can even catch my graphite lines while they were hanging to dry before I erased them. SSSHHH!!! Don't tell anyone:)
Message in Bottle Place Cards - Houston Calligraphy
These message in a bottle place cards are great for weddings as they make for a wonderful keepsake for your guests. These only require about a 1-2 week turnaround and can be completed in various writing styles. Love these!
Houston Calligraphy - Spanish Tile Escort Cards
I have decided to start offering Spanish Tiles as escort cards. These are great for destination weddings and look gorgeous and cool in person. With over 20 choices for designs, the tiles can match just about any color scheme. I just ADORE these!
Calligraphic Cartouche - Houston Calligraphy
I LOVE making cartouches as an accent to a word or name. They really add to the piece and tell the reader that this was definitely created by hand.
Custom Address/Name Stamp - Houston Calligrapher
Bella Grafia is now offering address/name stamps. The process is simple. Once you decide on what writing style you would like, I will write it out by hand and send you a proof. Upon approval, I will have the stamp made and delivered. The whole process takes roughly 7-10 days. Voila! No need for impersonal printed return addresses. The name stamps are also great to use on your thank you notes. Love it!
Copperplate Houston Wedding Calligraphy
This bride opted for the Copperplate Citadel that is slightly flourished. Simple and elegant form that is true to the 16th century European tradition. Portions of the addresses have been digitally obscured for client privacy.
Modern Calligraphy - Houston
Modern calligraphy is a step outside of "my box" but it does have a fun feel to it. I see this more for casual events etc.
Song Lyrics - Commissioned Piece - Houston Calligraphy
This client had the wonderful idea of presenting his wife with the song lyrics that they danced to at their wedding for their anniversary. Great gift! I also thought that I would use the pictures to show a glimpse of the process that I use on a piece of this nature.
My process is simple, but requires time. I start by testing the paper with my inks. Then I begin estimating the number of lines that will be needed (hand-written vs the computer type that I received) and the size of the lettering based on the size of paper that the client desires for framing etc. Next, I draw graphite lines on the paper. Then, I write the piece in pencil to estimate centering and reevaluate the number of lines needed etc. This allows me to make centering/spelling changes and shift lines without ruining countless pages of paper (save the trees, please). Then, I ink it and let it dry. After it's dry, I erase the lines and proof-read for the 2nd time. He loved it.....Mission Accomplished!
