Comments on: So You Want My Job: Master Penman

By: Gregory

Gregory — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:03:42 +0000

I read it and what is funnyis that I am also known “as the kid who [writes] his essay tests like the Declaration of Independence” in college, although I don’t master penmanship as a Master Penman.

By: Steve

Steve — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 20:17:08 +0000

Great article, and amazing work. I just learned something new & was very impressed by the mans passion.

By: Jack Zhang

Jack Zhang — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 04:49:39 +0000

Absolutely amazing work! I totally agree with the first tip and that is to commit yourself to a challenging endevour!

By: Brian

Brian — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 22:31:00 +0000

I am very fascinated by how perfect, flowing and just beautiful good penmanship is. Maybe it’s because I know that it will be something I will never be able to accomplish myself. See, ever since I was old enough to pick up a crayon I was told that my handwriting was atrocious lol. That’s alright though. I can accept that not everything is for everyone. Sometimes it is good to not be able to do things as I have a greater appreciation for it that way. Just like with music for instance. There were songs that I used to love very much until I learned how to play them myself on the guitar. Now, I am no longer impressed with them as learning it more-or-less ruined it for me somehow. Hard to explain I suppose so it makes sense. Regardless what I envy the most is that you love what you do for a living. They say if you love what you do for a living you never work a day in your life. Unfortunately for me I never experienced a day I didn’t work lol. God Bless you for recognizing, pursuing, and mastering the gift you were given. Nothing worth having comes easily.

By: Jim

Jim — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 06:43:48 +0000

As an aspiring calligrapher/artist, this article has given me such hope and has imbued my spirit and willingness to choose to struggle with my passion. I use IAMPETH for resources all the time so I know I’m headed on the right track. Because of AOM, I have found new sources of inspiration and knowledge which I implement in my daily life. Thanks AOM for introducing me to my new favorite artist.

By: Jake Weidmann

Jake Weidmann — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 22:38:42 +0000

Thank you everyone very much for turning this interview into a conversation. I appreciate so much all of your comments. Courtnie, my website is JakeWeidmann.com and you can purchase artwork through my shop (link below). http://jakeweidmann.com/shop-2/ I hope you all have a very Happy New Year!

By: Courtnie Finkell

Courtnie Finkell — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 20:18:58 +0000

whats the webaddress to get some of your art please? kindly email me if you would. Thank you. Court

By: Anh-Viet Nguyen

Anh-Viet Nguyen — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 03:54:08 +0000

You have no idea how much inspiration this is for me. My roots in calligraphy, though not nearly as extensive as yours, is very similar. I have always been complimented for my neater handwriting and started actual calligraphy after seeing a YouTube video of Hamid Reza Ebrahimi writing copperplate script (yet another similarity). That was roughly 5 years ago. Although I’m not striving towards a career in calligraphy, I am always looking to improve and expand my knowledge on calligraphy. It’s just amazing that you could become a master in a relatively short time!

By: James

James — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 20:22:41 +0000

A well written interview. I applaud you and your decision Jake and I hope to have the same struggle and able to stick through it this time. Keep it real

By: Jake

Jake — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 10:40:27 +0000

I’ve been looking to take up calligraphy for quite some time now. I’ve always put it off because I’m not sure where to start and because I tell myself being left-handed will cause great trouble. I think I just found a reason to start now.