The practice of calligraphy dates back over 3,000 years. However, the English term was actually coined around the mid-15th century with the invention of the printing press in Europe. Since that tim… ...

Good writing at this level often depends upon the writer's willingness to outline, to cut and paste, and to discard. In principle, students should complete these are activities well before they begin ...

Calligraphy, which means “beautiful writing” in Ancient Greek, ... By the 10th century, good brushwork had become known in China as a sign of good character.

Chinese calligraphy has been a popular art form for centuries, particularly during the Spring Festival, or Lunar New Year. It is said that writing calligraphy at the beginning of the year brings good ...

Retired Brig. Gen. Neal Sealock served 31 years in the U.S. Army. During those years, he and his family moved 26 times. One of those moves sparked an unusual collection.

At the start of my first lesson in Chinese calligraphy, my teacher told me to write my name. After I scrawled it out, he said, plainly: “Now I will teach you how to write your name.