From handwriting to calligraphy and typography

Since I can remember I have held a fascination for handwriting.  Written forwards or backwards, in pen or pencil, informal or formal....

I loved to practice letter forms in an orange Woolworth's exercise book and soon progrssed to experimenting with my treasured left-handed calligraphy set, a gift for my 6th birthday.  

The years have passed and my passion for letter forms is still as strong and falls under the banner of Typography!  I indulged in the luxury of letterpress during my degree studies and found no trouble in passing hour upon hour setting type.

My artwork often includes creative writing and lettering in various forms....