Bespoke Handwritten Calligraphy, with Artisan Gold & Silver Leaf Gilding
Crafted in Auckland, New Zealand.
Welcome to Soul Calligraphy - I'm Carlene, a professional calligrapher based in Tāmaki Makaurau - Auckland and Wellington, creating unique calligraphy with 'soul'.
I specialise in uniting traditional hand-written calligraphy with the timeless elegance of genuine 24-carat gold and silver leaf gilding.
With a passion for heirloom craftmanship and heritage materials, I create one-of-a-kind calligraphy pieces, with luxurious inks, classic nibs, and the finest papers.
Each artisan-quality piece is thoughtfully designed to celebrate life's most meaningful moments - from weddings and anniversaries, to births and special milestones.
'It's the words you read but the calligraphy you feel' *
The addition of traditional craft gold and silver leaf brings a radiant warmth or a cool shimmer to your words, adding romance to vintage styles and modern sophistication to contemporary script.
Whether you are looking to preserve heartfelt sentiments, mark a once-in-a-lifetime event, or gift a timeless keepsake, my calligraphy bring your vision to life.
My calligraphy workshop is based in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland.
I work with clients all across
Aotearoa / New Zealand and Australia.
I do also get out of the studio to be part of engaging live events ~ sharing the beauty of calligraphy in real time, always has a profound effect of event attendees.
I work with clients all across
Aotearoa / New Zealand and Australia.
I do also get out of the studio to be part of engaging live events ~ sharing the beauty of calligraphy in real time, always has a profound effect of event attendees.
The addition of traditional craft gold and silver leaf brings a radiant warmth or a cool shimmer to your words, adding romance to vintage styles and modern sophistication to contemporary script. Learn more about the interesting and ancient history of traditional gilding practices through history.
Let's chat about all the beautiful options for creating something special for you,
via FB, Insta, or contact form....
via FB, Insta, or contact form....
Thank you!
Auckland Calligrapher.
Member of The New Zealand Calligraphers Society, Australian Society of Calligraphers,
CLAS Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society UK,
and the IAMPETH International Assn of Master Penmen, Engrossers, and Teachers of Handwriting.
Student of The Society of Scribes and Illuminators UK.
Member of The New Zealand Calligraphers Society, Australian Society of Calligraphers,
CLAS Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Society UK,
and the IAMPETH International Assn of Master Penmen, Engrossers, and Teachers of Handwriting.
Student of The Society of Scribes and Illuminators UK.
* quote by Prof. Steven Skaggs
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