tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.comments2022-01-25T10:50:28.385-08:00<center>Writing For Children <br>- Peter Taylor -</center>Peter Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02653515054036432820noreply@blogger.comBlogger120125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-77081824585881378842016-04-30T23:45:16.412-07:002016-04-30T23:45:16.412-07:00Many thanks, Jenny and Jacqui.
I believe that eve...Many thanks, Jenny and Jacqui.<br /><br />I believe that everyone should record anecdotes and family happenings for the record, no matter how short. And writing anecdotes can help the words to flow in other works in progress, too, if you are a writer. Later, one or two may even be useful and modified to add to a novel. <br /><br />Occasionally I teach a 'Write and Bind a Book in a Day' workshop where people of any age write a very short snippet of their family history, or a funny thing that one of their neighbours or friends has done and bind it into an artist's book structure. It's a great activity for children, too, to encourage them to write. They can create a boxed set of these books or a library of anecdotes in a short time.Peter Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02653515054036432820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-50908638460929710852016-04-30T22:26:21.713-07:002016-04-30T22:26:21.713-07:00Loved reading this family story, Peter. You must h...Loved reading this family story, Peter. You must have some great memories. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14586482353831846892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-91043474386969718082016-04-29T18:27:20.667-07:002016-04-29T18:27:20.667-07:00A wonderful story Peter. Such great memories you h...A wonderful story Peter. Such great memories you have. Would loved to have been a visitor to you family's place.Jenny Stubbshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03191931956348009305noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-88786918131526133472014-11-30T13:11:56.815-08:002014-11-30T13:11:56.815-08:00Thanks, Iain. I love your art and hope your creati...Thanks, Iain. I love your art and hope your creativity eBook, shrunklink.com/tcvs - 101 Creativity Tips: Ideas on how to release your inner creativity, overcome creative block and realise your creative dreams, sells heaps!Peter Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02653515054036432820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-32134620235354674582014-11-23T16:28:23.560-08:002014-11-23T16:28:23.560-08:00Great article about an interesting idea. I think m...Great article about an interesting idea. I think more people should be thinking about using their pictures books in the ways you have suggestedehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02292542237438726707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-74246376766911346092014-11-18T01:47:31.669-08:002014-11-18T01:47:31.669-08:00Thanks, Renee. There is no 'one answer fits al...Thanks, Renee. There is no 'one answer fits all' when it comes to encouraging children to read or be creative. It's good to let them experiment in any way they wish. I think the worst thing parents do (and I've done it myself) when a child suggests an idea is to say 'That won't work', because they mostly have more imagination than adults and can often develop and modify the idea into something that satisfies them or is even brilliant. And it's essential to learn by mistakes/discovery. When my children were small and I worked from home, they used everything I had in my studio, including very sharp scalpels (bad neglectful Daddy) - but they never injured themselves. My son enjoyed making papier mache models of book and cartoon characters. He's 26 now, and his 'Hagar the Horrible' still sits in my studio.<br />Peter Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02653515054036432820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-14797038855971264952014-11-17T00:02:37.539-08:002014-11-17T00:02:37.539-08:00What a lovely, clean looking blog. Congratulations...What a lovely, clean looking blog. Congratulations on your success Peter and some great ideas here for children's creativity.www.renaissancerenee.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12234955044813989193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-82088438429524109342013-08-26T11:48:46.143-07:002013-08-26T11:48:46.143-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05738528513205661062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-80634148775751001832013-01-14T21:51:47.260-08:002013-01-14T21:51:47.260-08:00OK I'll cut the suspense. The video's take...OK I'll cut the suspense. The video's taken and I will post it as soon as I can, but I'm waiting for my daughter's boyfriend to add a new card to my computer before I can upload it from my camera to edit it it.<br /><br />The winner is AndreaP, so email me your snail mail address please, Andrea, to Peter at writing-for-children.com <br /><br />...And I already have two interesting items lined up for later in the year, so stay tuned and please follow the blog.<br /><br />With many thanks for visiting and taking part<br /><br />Peter Taylor<br />http://www.writing-for-children.com<br />http://www.ptcalligraphy.comPeter Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02653515054036432820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-29088843205818234022013-01-11T21:40:02.001-08:002013-01-11T21:40:02.001-08:00Thanks for the wonderful interview , Peter and Sal...Thanks for the wonderful interview , Peter and Sally and congratulations on the book. Sounds very interesting. The cover is very nice and eye catching. I haven't read the book yet but it's definitely a must read and it should be added to my to read list for 2013. Wish you success with your book and I hope I get to read it soon. I'm sure I'll love it.<br /><br /><br />Jeff Rivera<br />Bestselling Author<br />"UM ... MOMMY I THINK I FLUSHED MY BROTHER DOWN THE TOILET"<br /><a href="http://amzn.to/RUltKc" rel="nofollow">http://amzn.to/RUltKc</a><br />Jeff Riverahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11235332163843012884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-72119601026000425332013-01-01T17:14:05.977-08:002013-01-01T17:14:05.977-08:00I'm just adding one more name to the mix - Jos...I'm just adding one more name to the mix - Josie Montano, who left a comment on my Facebook post and wants to enter.<br /><br />Da, da - I'm preparing for the draw and I'll make a YouTube video of it, which should be fun. <br /><br />Bear with me...Peter Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02653515054036432820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-16073813541784083882012-12-24T00:39:11.480-08:002012-12-24T00:39:11.480-08:00The nibs are beautiful. Please throw my name in th...The nibs are beautiful. Please throw my name in the drawing. I can't have a chance if I'm not in the drawing.<br />Thanks Peter and I wish you wonderful Holidays.terryb646https://www.blogger.com/profile/17880926227680721442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-45712084106725735152012-12-22T12:52:26.848-08:002012-12-22T12:52:26.848-08:00All I did was make and send the last of my Christm...All I did was make and send the last of my Christmas cards, and now I'm way behind in replying. Thank you all so much for visiting and for your comments.<br /><br />Letterlady: The number of kinds of metal nibs that were made is unbelievable. But did you know they also made throw-away quill nibs from feathers, looking just the same as the metal ones, to fit into fancy pen-holders? I found one only today in the bottom of my great-grandfather's writing box.<br /><br />Oh yes, Chris, I definitely feel the connection with people who have owned things before, and their era, and I am very loathe to get rid of things that belonged to now deceased family members and especially those of generations ago that I never met. I feel a presence. But the house is looking a bit cluttered. May the words flow in writing your new novel.<br /><br />And when things are written with a pliant nib, you can feel the emotion of the writer. Don't you find an attraction to books where the text, or notes in the margins,are hand written? I hope the neurosurgeon's writing gave an impression of assurance that all will be well, Studleytales.<br /><br />Susan, Judith, Artsyone ...I know these will go to a good home amongst this community. Thanks for visiting and entering.<br /><br />I'm pleased you are enjoying your copperplate, Rannie; and Neil - I believe that sometimes you just need to relax and enjoy the of rhythm in writing calligraphy by hand and use the skills that you have to design and produce a work full of your own imagination and feeling. Don't just practice letter shapes and straight lines of writing. In many medieval manuscripts, not all letters are a perfect shape, but the beauty comes from the overall effect.<br /><br />Jim and others - I hope my new book gives many ideas for all kinds of ways calligraphy can be used, apart from cardmaking and scrapbooking, and that it will encourage people of every age and standard to experiment, try new things and have fun doing so. Many thanks for buying my other one, Rick, and for your kind comment. The publishers of the new one have done a totally amazing job in its imaginative design and printing. It's a great price at present on Amazon.com and amazon.uk if you are eligible for free delivery.<br /><br />Yes, Trish, Annabel and Andrea - it's good to look at objects, and this box is wondrous, but the nibs were certainly made to use. Maximum enjoyment from a Ferrari is travelling in it, so I'm told.<br /><br />Yes, June, handwriting is so interesting. Mine starts tidy, but is never maintained that way for long. Calligraphy is totally different - that's drawing letters to make each as close as possible to what is visualised as being perfect for that location.<br /><br />Now, what technique shall I use to make the draw? It will be totally random - I wish I had a box of these for each of you.<br /><br />Happy Christmas!<br /><br />Peter<br />(It rained overnight but the sun is shining bright, so I guess we'll steam in Brisbane today at temperatures about 30 degrees Centigrade, feel languid as we sit in pools of sweat, wonder if we'll manage to sleep tonight, and dream of the delights of cold weather. But I've never experienced minus whatever large number you get in Canada... <br />Peter Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02653515054036432820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-55578972693200128362012-12-21T08:30:29.787-08:002012-12-21T08:30:29.787-08:00I too am a lover of aged writing materials especia...I too am a lover of aged writing materials especially nibs. Your blog looks interesting and I have your book on Practical Calligraphy and find it easy to use. cheers<br />Richard also in snow CanadaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13632468332863159138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-24959218012534929042012-12-17T20:51:26.475-08:002012-12-17T20:51:26.475-08:00Hello, Peter. I would also like to be added to the...Hello, Peter. I would also like to be added to the draw, please. And I'll happily follow your blog, since it looks so approachable. I'm a perennial beginner in calligraphy, but I do want to keep at it. Maybe you'll be my inspiration.<br /><br />Cheers from snowy Regina, Canada!Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14749163161371187138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-88515752157674104242012-12-17T17:13:08.600-08:002012-12-17T17:13:08.600-08:00These look fabulous and would make an excellent ad...These look fabulous and would make an excellent addition to the calligraphy display I am planning to show in my local library showcase in March. Hope I get lucky to win.ArtsyOnenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-9099238863258486142012-12-17T16:07:29.444-08:002012-12-17T16:07:29.444-08:00Such a beautiful box of nibs! I love to use dip pe...Such a beautiful box of nibs! I love to use dip pens when I illustrate, though my handwriting has deteriorated since computers and emailing.... hmmm, time to get out the pens and start writing real letters on paper again :)<br /> Wouldn't it be nice if we could all show our handwriting when making our comments... though maybe some would be too difficult to read!<br />Good luck with your book reviews, and best wishes for the holidays and the new year ahead.Junehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09794603896579291245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-15562850448908040042012-12-17T13:39:03.412-08:002012-12-17T13:39:03.412-08:00Peter, hello. This is what I love: I love to draw....Peter, hello. This is what I love: I love to draw. I've been drawing with fine pens for years... one of my idols is Edward Gorey. I don't usually win things, but if I land these nibs, they will not sit idly by in a drawer. <br />Best thoughts for the holidays.. AndreaAndreaPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-11640449922878869402012-12-17T10:57:16.144-08:002012-12-17T10:57:16.144-08:00Oh, Peter, I feel slightly guilty that I adore the...Oh, Peter, I feel slightly guilty that I adore the tin almost as much as its contents... but I do :) Still, the nibs are much more practical :)<br /><br />Thanks for this offering! Please count me in for the drawing.<br /><br />AnnabelAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10405549356232075454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-52857950013052285082012-12-17T09:38:54.372-08:002012-12-17T09:38:54.372-08:00Peter... what a wonderful offer for you to do this...Peter... what a wonderful offer for you to do this. I am always looking for new nibs to add to my repertoire. I hope that I am the lucky draw. I will be following your blog, for sure. Thank you for this opportunity and Happy Holidays.... this giving spirit of yours is so noble and becoming. I just might do the same with some of my "overstock". Thank you again and again! <br />Trish <br />Austin, TXTrish Taylorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10132611563152945377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-11353059075086579792012-12-17T08:57:29.956-08:002012-12-17T08:57:29.956-08:00Hello Peter, Sure would like to be considered in y...Hello Peter, Sure would like to be considered in your drawing. Thanks so much. Merry Christmas from So. California.Judith Hickshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03972627989583315410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-8769040665259755602012-12-17T07:32:41.397-08:002012-12-17T07:32:41.397-08:00Peter, I shall look forward to reading your book. ...Peter, I shall look forward to reading your book. Please add my name to the drawing. Thanks, Jim DavisJim Davisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-82790072783830916712012-12-17T06:18:16.978-08:002012-12-17T06:18:16.978-08:00How wonderful that the children are able to see th...How wonderful that the children are able to see these things up close and very personal! Nowhere else in the world would that happen, I think. They will remember it all of their lives - maybe not actively (though some will), but when they see something in a museum they will remember and think - 'Wow - I actually held and smelled and felt and used one of these!'letterladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05133983590494020592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-69949769001150179552012-12-16T15:33:50.545-08:002012-12-16T15:33:50.545-08:00Been following the remarks on design and layout as...Been following the remarks on design and layout as I am most interested in the topic. I have been studying Copperplate for about a year and am now getting beyond the basics of letter form and into layout and design rather than just writing for practice. I will be looking into your book, as I think it would be of value to me! Ranniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13410413035516492942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12090056.post-20870070548194573562012-12-16T10:03:11.542-08:002012-12-16T10:03:11.542-08:00Good morning, Peter. Please place my name in your ...Good morning, Peter. Please place my name in your drawing. You are very generous. Susan Kipp<br />sumarkihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13646274788614449739noreply@blogger.com