Calligraporn

I was thinking how wonderful it is to write colorful phrases in this graceful copperplate hand. Here's some experimental color work done with the aid of my Petal PodTM, of course. 

Congratufuckinlations, or something to that effect was stuck in my head during last night's calligraphy class. It's a small class of just 4 women and we had a blast. 

Petal Pods and Mono Pods!

Calligraphy Wood Petal PodTM by Anne Elser

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Introducing the newly improved Petal PodTM! We've taken the same great design of the world's most innovative calligraphy ink well and added leak proof containers, each with their own threaded cap!!

Whether you dip your nib or like to load with a brush, the 6 smaller pods are perfect for holding just the right amount of ink, gouache, or water color. Use them to create fascinating palettes, creating a subtle flow of value and hue by dipping your nib in two to three alternating colors at a time. Each small pod measures .63 inches wide and 1 inch high. 

The larger center pod can be filled with water/cleaner or to to hold a wet wipe while you work. 

A calligrapher's dream tool, Petal Pods love you and want you to grow. Made of natural pine, Petal PodsTM are handcrafted, signed and embellished right here in Georgia. Designed by Anne Elser, Petal Pods are sold exclusively at Binders. Wooden base measures 4.5 inches wide X .75 inches high.

Calligraphy Wood MonopodTM by Anne Elser

Introducing the newly improved MonoPodTM! We've taken the same great design of the world's most innovative calligraphy ink well and added leak proof containers, each with their own threaded cap!!

Whether you dip your nib or like to load with a brush, the smaller pod is perfect for holding just the right amount of  ink, gouache, or water color and measures .63 inches wide and 1 inch high. 

The larger center pod can be filled with water/cleaner or to to hold a wet wipe while you work. 

A calligrapher's dream tool, MonoPods love you and want you to grow. Made of natural pine, MonoPods are handcrafted, signed and embellished right here in Georgia. Designed by Anne Elser, MonoPods are sold exclusively at Binders. Wooden base measures 2.5 inches wide X .75 inches high.

It's a Petal Pod Tattoo!

I just realized while looking at my back in the mirror, that my one and only tattoo is the very same shape as the Petal Pods I've designed! Life comes full circle. I got that tattoo drawn around a freckle (on my fanny, I know it's really cute) when Tommy died in 1997. It was my one answer to grief that wasn't clouded with guilt. I celebrated myself and honored myself, my sense of humor, my femininity, my innocence all in that one little doodle of a flower, over a part of me I was born with. Tee hee!

I am experiencing  a second rebirth right now with the work I'm doing with Debra. I think it's about time I get a second flower doodle. Hmmmmm. Thinking of a spot.

Petal Pod Advice

Which photo do you guys like best? This is a new product I designed and will be selling at Binders very soon. More info later. I love the juicy colors of the bright one, but then I think the subtle one lets the product stand out better and is a little more graceful. Your thoughts appreciated!