Let’s take pointers and inspiration from a multi talented and versatile creative calligrapher, Risha Lala. She makes creative videos of her calligraphy process on her instagram @rishalala. Head over there later and follow her, but meanwhile take a look below to see her beautiful work and maybe learn from tips from this amazing artist!
Very soft and bright use of colours! With added illustration and doodles here and there for a playful, whimsical effect.
I adore the subtle highlights, shadows and starry effects Risha adds in her work. She makes it look effortless when it’s really not that easy.
Ah, always fun to see the tape trick and Risha employs it in her calligraphy videos for a superb effect everytime- she combines with watercolor splashes, geometric shapes and leafy embellishes. Very pretty!
More use of the geometric shapes, fun accents and bright colors in a calligraphy piece. Fun!
Every calligrapher has to make a flower wreath and write a calligraphy quote inside. It’s a rite of passage. Nailed it here, Risha!
Superb doodle, very creative! Great combining of the visual aspect in the lettering. See her insta for more examples of this work, love how creative it is!
One more superb tip to learn from- cutting out pieces of paper and adding them on to a main illustration piece for a 3d crafty look. Very nice for gifting and card making purposes.
Not only does she make whimsical art inspired pieces, she also can craft a graceful calligraphy letter! Love the classy ripped edges with gold and the flowers, beautiful and graceful.
And to end this feature, take a look at all these elaborate calligraphy pieces. She certainly knows how to make a superb piece for your gallery wall at home.
Friends reference win!
Superb calligraphy blending and classic comic inspired illustration piece.
The starry effect is pretty darn captivating, don’t you think?
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A special thanks to Risha for being a part of the teacher takeover on @surelysimplechallenge. Here’s her recent teacher post:
Get in touch with @rishalala on instagram.
Learn calligraphy with Risha – I haven’t attended her classes personally, but I’m sure she’s an amazing teacher! I have seen her do ig and lettering live calligraphy sessions and she’s very accommodating and patient. So if you’re a beginner or just a newbie struggling to get the “calligraphy flow”, definitely send her an email / Dm.
If you like her lettering style and want some tips or a personalized order like a handwritten letter or gallery piece, contact her too!
Head over to surelysimple.com to read her interview and see her basic banner tutorial.