Toronto Calligraphy by Barbara Kua http://barbarakua.com/blog The blog of a Toronto Calligrapher Sat, 11 May 2013 01:33:09 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Toronto Calligraphy ~ Recent Work http://barbarakua.com/blog/2013/05/10/toronto-calligraphy-recent-work/ http://barbarakua.com/blog/2013/05/10/toronto-calligraphy-recent-work/#comments Sat, 11 May 2013 01:33:09 +0000 Barbara http://barbarakua.com/blog/?p=1993

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Photography: Ovyian Photography / Photo Shoot Venue: Sunnybrook Park in Toronto, Ontario / Creative Direction + Production: Lemon Truffle Designs + Noor Artistry / Set Design + Styling: Amna of Lemon Truffle Designs / Floral Design: Berries & Blooms / Stationery: Barbara Kua Calligraphy / Linens + Tableware Rentals: Chair-man Mills / Chair Rentals: Contemporary Furniture Rentals / Favors: Couture Favor Shoppe / Bride’s White Dress: The One Bridal / Bride’s Mint Green Dress: Naz Fashion Bug / Hair: Melissa Noelle / Makeup: Noor Artistry

]]> http://barbarakua.com/blog/2013/01/16/style-me-pretty-feature/feed/ 0 Featured in Weddingbells: Amy & Isaiah http://barbarakua.com/blog/2013/01/12/featured-in-weddingbells-amy-isaiah/ http://barbarakua.com/blog/2013/01/12/featured-in-weddingbells-amy-isaiah/#comments Sat, 12 Jan 2013 14:36:52 +0000 Barbara http://barbarakua.com/blog/?p=1971 The wedding of Amy & Isaiah is featured in the latest issue of Weddingbells magazine. I had the pleasure of doing the calligraphy for their wedding »»]]> The wedding of Amy & Isaiah is featured in the latest issue of Weddingbells magazine. I had the pleasure of doing the calligraphy for their wedding envelopes and reception details. You can find out all the details on Weddingbells.

Photography courtesy of Lisa McPeek, Ikonica Photography (www.ikonica.ca)
Ceremony and reception location: Graydon Hall Manor
Wedding planner: Cynthia Martyn Events
Dress: Jim Hjelm from L&J Bridal
Groom’s tux: Gotstyle and Freeman Formalwear
Bridal party attire: Alvina Valenta from Dina Alonzi Bridal
Hair: FacesbyCarla
Makeup: FacesbyCarla
Music: Alexsandre Ensemble, Michael Coombs Entertainment
Caterer: Couture Cuisine
Favours: Macarons from Cake Opera Co.
Flowers: Fuscia Designs
Stationery: Sourced from Etsy


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Credits: Photography & Event Concept: Sharp Fluff »»]]> My work was recently featured on Wedding Obsession. Here are a few of the pics from the Love of Calligraphy Inspiration photoshoot.

Credits:
Photography & Event Concept: Sharp Fluff Photography
Venue: Graydon Hall Manor
Calligraphy & cupcake liner: Barbara Kua
Calligraphy ribbon (used in bouquet): Paper Finger
Invitation: Sweet Peony Press
Table number and placecards: Shine Wedding Invitations
Florals & Linens: Opulence Floral Design & Event Decor
Cake table Linen Rentals: Susan Murray
Wedding Dress: Lea-Ann Belter
Hairpiece and earrings: Karolina Keeler
Bracelet: MyEpiphanyCo
Wedding cake: Fabulous Cakes
Cupcakes and pastries: Nadia & Co.
Model: Sona Ghotra
Fashion Stylist: Kristy Skelton
Make-up & hair: Candace French Hair & Make-Up

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