One of the most fun things about working for Hong Kong Tatler and Eve magazine was the many invitations to press events. They were exquisitely written by the most exacting and fluid hand. Now the focus is on the man behind these invitations. His name is Patrick Leung of Grafik Design Ltd, and he is the most amazing calligrapher – his portfolio of work includes jobs for Louis Vuitton, Loewe, Chanel and Bvlgari, to name just a few of the clients he has worked for. Discover your own inner calligrapher with Patrick in a one-on-one class – he will teach individuals or take a group class. If you’ve got an engagement, wedding or party invitations to organise, need we say more?
Why Grafik Design?
Some of the things you might do in a day?
Practice
What are two things that are important to you?
I have a high standard in writing and appreciate the finer things in life
Which calligraphers do you admire?
Professor Hermann Zapf, Hermann Kilian and Friedrich Poppl they are all German.
Who or what inspires you?
Gottfried Pott, a German calligrapher really inspires me. I also love mixing instruments and materials to create East meets West.
What achievements are you most proud of?
I am always challenging myself. I need to write a better piece than what I have done before as then the motivation can make me go forward. As the poet Paul Arden says, “It’s not how GOOD you are it’s how GOOD you want to be.”
Favourite places to visit?
Trajan, Rome; even though I visited it last in 1995… I love it because I want to enhance my writings on the Roman capitals created in 100 A.D.
What are you currently reading?
Chinese and Western calligraphy books and The World Atlas of Wine.
What music are you listening to?
Japan, Spandau Ballet, Enya, David Bowie, David Byrne, Bryan Ferry, Pink Floyd, Dire Straits, Sting, Pat Metheny and so on…
Favourite place for a meal in Hong Kong?
There are two restaurants I love the most and they are Otto e Mezzo Bombana and Catalunya.
Where do you buy your art supplies?
How do people find Grafik Design?
We are on the 17th Floor, Toi Shan Association Building, 167 -169 Hennessy Road, Wanchai. Tel: +852 2152 1019 or email patrick@grafikdesign.com.hk
28 Responses to Calligraphy
Vivienne March 24, 2014
“Stylebrief” looks most impressive written by Patrick Leung. Lovely photos of his pens, tools and calligraphy, and a very interesting story.
Ingrid Keneally March 25, 2014
Thankyou x
rosiemccann.mccann@gmail.com March 24, 2014
Beautiful piece
Ingrid Keneally March 25, 2014
Thankyou x
Elisha March 24, 2014
Simply exquisite!
Ingrid Keneally March 25, 2014
Thankyou x
Patrick March 28, 2014
Thank you, Ingrid!
Sophie September 13, 2015
Hi there, do you run any calligraphy workshops? If so, may I have some details please.
Thanks,
Sophie
Ingrid Keneally September 15, 2015
Yes we will be running some very soon. I will send you an email about them. Thanks x
Patrick Leung April 3, 2017
Please send email to patrick@grafikdesign.com.hk for calligraphy workshop.
JaineC October 8, 2015
Is there any calligraphy workshop? If so, may I have some details please
Ingrid Keneally October 29, 2015
Patrick will give you lessons. Please look up his website on the blog and contact him directly. He is amazing. Thanks
Patrick Leung April 3, 2017
Please send email to patrick@grafikdesign.com.hk for calligraphy workshop.
Jacqueline October 9, 2015
Patrick, your work is inspirational! Do you run calligraphy workshops or private lessons? Many thanks!
Ivy December 23, 2015
Hiya!
Do you do calligraphy workshop? I would love to know – very interested. Thanks
Ingrid Keneally January 29, 2016
Dear Ivy,
We might be holding some very soon. Thanks Ingrid
Tess April 2, 2016
Any calligraphy workshops?
Ingrid Keneally April 11, 2016
Not at the moment but will keep you in the loop.
Patrick Leung April 3, 2017
Please send email to patrick@grafikdesign.com.hk for calligraphy workshop.
Karen Lau April 25, 2016
Hi, I am interested in joining the calligraphy workshop too. Would you please also keep me in loop too?
Thank you very much.
Patrick Leung April 3, 2017
Please send email to patrick@grafikdesign.com.hk for calligraphy workshop.
Vince Chow October 7, 2016
hello…I m also interested in joining the western calligraphy class, wanna learn from the basic. May I ask to keep me in loop too. Looking forward to & Thanks a lot.
Caroline Kuk October 13, 2016
Do u offer any calligraphy class for adult in weekdays morning? I am looking for a small class size.
Ingrid Keneally December 6, 2016
Hi Caroline,
No we don’t – but I can look into it if you would like.
lords mobile coins December 6, 2016
Very nice blog post. I absolutely love this website.
Thanks!
Alice Hosie February 13, 2017
If there is any up coming weekdays morning workshop. I am interested.
Ingrid Keneally February 15, 2017
Dear Alice,
I have a painting workshop with Australian artist Jasmine Mansbridge in March. Will be sending a little message about it now.x
Patrick Leung April 3, 2017
Please send email to patrick@grafikdesign.com.hk for calligraphy workshop.