samedi 2 août 2014

How To Commission A Calligrapher

By Annabelle Holman


Calligraphy has been around for centuries and still has its place in the modern world. There is no better way to add a personalized touch to invitations, menus, certificates, awards, thank you notes and many other items. Commission a calligrapher to make a unique gift or to commemorate a special occasion such as a birthday, wedding, anniversary, christening or retirement.

Some people may be inspired to produce their own calligraphy and rush off to buy a calligraphy set. However, this skill is definitely not acquired overnight and it is preferable to hire someone with experience, especially when expensive paper is involved. Asking the printer to use a particular font to produce the effect of calligraphy is possible but the effect does not approach that of using calligraphers with experience and artistic flair.

Learning the necessary skills such as understanding different typefaces and spacing between letters takes practice. Beautiful letters are only produced as a result of passion and dedication of an individual to their craft. Experienced calligraphers are also able to offer guidance on far more than just what style to use. They can often give advice on paper, colors and other details to create a pleasing end product.

If one does not know how to find a calligrapher, it is worth searching online. A surprising number of people are still pursuing this ancient craft and some of them reach great heights. The trick is to find someone who will be able to produce above and beyond what is required at a reasonable price.

Calligraphers use different materials too and this can also affect the quality of their work. Some materials may create inconsistencies in letter strokes or smudge easily. Many kinds of papers, pens and inks are used.

After making a choice of a specific individual to do a project, all the details need to be communicated and discussed. If a person has been selected online, this may involved sending emails back and forth. Some projects are larger than others such as producing artwork for a wedding involving addressing envelopes and designing and laying out invitations, place cards and thank you cards. The style and colors of the occasion have to be discussed as well as deadlines for completion.

Quotes are often given without any obligation. However, once a contract is signed there is no turning back. However, it also means that the calligrapher is then committed to fulfill the contract to the best of his or her ability, keeping to the deadlines and any other details mentioned in the contract. A deposit is usually required before any work commences and the rest of the money is paid when the job is finished.

A client will need to approve a working layout which usually includes a design showing colors. Once this is approved, work on the actual project commences. Some calligraphers also email scans of finished work for approval before final delivery takes place. If an experienced calligrapher with an innate sense of design and artistic flair is selected, the finished products will often exceed expectations.




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