Long Village Studio

Restorative . . .  Mindful . . .  Peaceful . . . Renewing . . .  There is a season for everything. But calligraphy has always had a place in my life since I learned this beautiful dance of the pen to work on my own wedding envelopes. As an artist, that urge to create is deep.  As a calligrapher, the application of calligraphy has partnered with this creative endeavor.  I enjoy using my skills to add a decorative element to an occasion or an item. Calligraphy can be applied to an unlimited number of surfaces/items - glass, paper, windows, banners, etc.  Let's dream to create something that will bring joy into your event, business or home.

Thank you for your interest in calligraphy. I am currently available for select commission work and engraving events. Please send an email to: c_langsdorf@yahoo.com

 Available for your event  to engrave on wine bottles and glass stemware  You provide the item, I provide the unique talent. Creating calligraphy items since 1990.

  Custom Engraving on glass items

Thankful for a lovely note from one of my recent students. While teaching on Zoom it is much harder to tell if students are getting what they expect out of a class. It was nice to get this review: You are an excellent teacher – your materials are thorough and easy to follow – they are great references to have and the way you presented the material was clear. I felt “successful” after attending and felt I could apply the concepts (with practice of course). - Vicki

 2021 promises to be a year of celebrations!  Let's work together to make yours memorable! Contact me to schedule a free consultation for all your details. 828.697.3336

Signage is ever so helpful to your customers.  It keeps them informed and it encourages them to take action. Custom work for your business,  contact Catherine at 828.697.3336

Tomorrow will be a wonderful day on ZOOM! I am looking forward to teaching some of my embellishments with a marker flexible brush to a full workshop with members of the Triangle Calligrapher's Guild in Raleigh, NC! Then on Sunday I will teach again to the overflow crowd! If you are a member of another Calligraphy Guild and are looking for new programs, please contact me!

I am very excited to post that I will be offering  two interactive Zoom-based classes  through 310 Art, Asheville NC. Calligraphy Strokes with Catherine Langsdorf - FLORALS Thursday August 13th, 3pm EDT All levels welcome, ages 12 and up. Calligraphy can be a wonderful art form, an addition to your creative play or a meditative, physical outlet! This interactive Zoom-based class will give you guidance on how to use a modern, pointed brush marker to lay down strokes and build up floral designs. Learning how to use and exploit the flexibility of a pointed brush on botanical embellishments will train the hand to create elegant lines. These detail strokes can be used with journals, cards, envelopes, and finished pieces of art. The hand movements learned during the class will give you an understanding of important calligraphic skills. Duration: Class is usually 90 minutes but may run longer depending on the number of participants. Class will consist of live demo...

I am looking forward to leading students through some exercises with the pointed brush marker to be able to create little flowers and flourishes for personnel projects. Contact me if interested in registering for this March 19th class. For further information, link here

Time to get on a calligrapher's calendar! Contact me if I can provide the service of addressing your envelopes to your family and friends. Look at the tab "GET STARTED" to get help in planning for using my calligraphy services.  I will provide a complimentary style to match your invitation, these are just two samples.

It is all in the details . . . . be sure your calligraphy matches your style. As a seasoned calligrapher, I can create a hand for your envelopes that will compliment your invitation to impress your wedding guests!

As a calligrapher, I am always growing and improving my skills. I decided it was to time to tweak my logo and clean up somethings I now see as rough. You will notice this one has more flourishing and better letter spacing in my name.

Wedding maps can take care of two goals - helping guests get a feel for the area and events AND as a memento for the happy couple. More images of this map and other maps on Instagram with #lvs_weddingmaps Logo design by Cotton Blossom Press

So many details to your wedding reception. Keep your guests in mind when thinking of what signage will make your guests feel welcome. This canvas banner served as the schedule of activities for the evening and to welcome the guests. Each element used the wedding logo to help carry out the theme throughout the venue. Logo design by Cotton Blossom Press Photography by Gateaux Cakes and Pastries Planner: Asheville Event Co Florals by Floressence Flowers

Time seems to fly by. Playing around on some envelopes for fellow calligraphers.

I have several rental items available to use for welcome signs. two matching mirrors vintage, decorative mirror vintage, wood frame with custom colors Contact me at  828.697.3336 to discuss options and pricing

Looking for help with your invitations?  Sometimes even the best plans fall through or you simply forget to book ahead.  Here is a sample of mono-line calligraphy that can complete  your envelopes addressing needs in a rush. Periwinkle blue on ivory Crane envelopes

So pleased to be a part of this  wonderful group of vendors  serving couples  getting married in Asheville, NC.

Celebrating something special?  Make every detail special.