Shannon DeBordAug 5, 201910,000 HoursIf you want to master a skill, Malcom Gladwell tells us that it takes 10,000 hours of deliberate practice. Whether you agree with his figure
Shannon DeBordJul 15, 2019Behind the Scenes: My Calligraphy WorkspaceIn my second level pointed pen class, I often talk about good practice habits with my students. And in my last class, one of my students...
Shannon DeBordFeb 4, 2019For the Relentlessly UniqueTell me, do you see yourself in any of the following people: **a tourist who, while visiting a new city, opts for the small boutiques...
Shannon DeBordJan 28, 2019Your FAQs...Answered!Even though calligraphy is becoming more well-known, it's still a rather obscure art form. In my 7 years as a calligrapher, I've be
Shannon DeBordJan 7, 2019Visions for the FutureHappy New Year, my friend! I want to know: What do you want this year to look like? Do you have resolutions, goals, or a word?
Shannon DeBordDec 17, 20183 Things That Make Me Different (and why I might be a perfect fit for you!)Everyone's got their own version of weird, don't you agree? We all have those quirks that make each of us a one-of-a-kind human bei
Shannon DeBordNov 19, 20186 Ways to Support Small Businesses....Without Spending a Dime!The holiday season is fast approaching!! Black Friday deals are starting earlier and earlier each year, and in the middle of the chaos...
Shannon DeBordNov 5, 2018Taking Time to Slow DownIt's Monday morning. I'm still tired from a weekend of unpacking and working on the house, but I drag myself out of bed and get to work....
Shannon DeBordSep 17, 20185 Things I Want My Clients to KnowI love my clients. Every person I've worked with has been wonderful, and I am always so excited to collaborate with them to bring their