Expressive and gestural studies

Even gestural calligraphy, like the more formal one, involves a perhaps even more demanding search, made up of trial and error, disappointment and surprise.

The study of formal calligraphy took me time and dedication but allowed me to fully understand the rules of handwriting and to build a solid base for more expressive and gestural studies.

To make the act of writing spontaneous and personal, I use different approaches.
One of them consists of writing many times the same word or sentence I chose for the composition. I play with the shape of letters and remove the spaces between words and lines. Repetition allows me to find the right rhythm.

It’s not an easy journey, but it’s worth it. Expressive handwriting, fluid and fast, allows me to instantly stop thoughts: the mind finally becomes silent and calms down.