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“M” is for Memory
(b) Sewing squares of raw canvas to tulle, one for each letter of the
alphabet, provided the starting place for Lisa’s beautiful hand lettering. She
used a photo of her grandmother to remember an era where women were not allowed
to pursue their aspirations beyond the confines of home. (c) A pocket-like
book cover, made from strips of her favorite fabric and embellished with a gold
iron-on scroll, protects her artwork. source Ink, FW Acrylic Artists Ink, daler-rowney.com. Gesso, Golden White Gesso, goldenpaints.com.
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Produced by Jennifer Cushman •
Photography by Borella and Company
 ARTIST’S PROFILE
Lisa Engelbrecht travels the world as a lettering
instructor. The proper name for her art form is calligraphy, but the Californian
prefers to call it “lettering.” What might seem a matter of nuance to some is an
important distinction to her. “I started my career in calligraphy and I’ve
taught college-level classes, but my style now is a reaction to the precision of
the craft. I love when things get torn and raw and ragged.” Her style is
in demand. She introduced new multimedia classes at the International Quilt Show
in Texas last year and was invited to return. Her book, Modern Mark Making, from
Classic Calligraphy to Hip Lettering, debuts July 1st.
The ABCs of Intention
After reading The Secret and going through a
challenging period of transition in her life, Lisa Engelbrecht decided to create
a fabric book celebrating her newly refreshed sense of self. Inspired by
centuries-old abecedaries, handwritten texts consisting of the letters of the
alphabet, she began her art journal with a long rectangle of magenta-colored
tulle. (The entire book, when opened end to end, measures 9 inches in height and
an amazing 5 feet in width.) (a) Creative since childhood, Lisa begins her
journal with the letter “A,” for artist. The painted flower square covers up a
misspelled word, though no one would ever know. source Sulky metallic thread,
sulky.com.
LISA’S TOP TIPS
Let go—don’t worry too much about the product. Be involved
in the moment of creation.
When using raw canvas, dilute gesso with water
to create a starting point for your art project.
If you want to learn
calligraphy, find a good teacher in your area. All major cities have calligraphy
guilds. You can find a comprehensive list at cynscribe.com.
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