Getting Inky

Thoughts on the artmaking process.

By Ann B Miller

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Calligraphy for Activism

Giving a voice to passions, the handwritten word is close to home.

Jun 19

Gestalt

See the word, read the explanation, use it in your work.

Jun 7

Talking about NOTAN, redux.

The ancient design principle of dark and light is bedrock for designers.

May 31

Haiga

Thoughts on combining poetry and visual imagery in a single work.

May 20

Realizing Inherent Rhythms

Thoughts on dark and light, and how we move.

May 6

Open Studios 2026!

Spring is the time for visiting local artists and collecting new pieces!

Apr 25

Boundaries and Edges

In art we encounter the limits of expression and of available surface.

Apr 20

A Calligrapher's Bibliography

Preparing for your ongoing study of handlettering

Apr 12