Meet the Artist
Dave studied with Donald Jackson, Calligrapher to HM The
Queen and is one of two Fellows in Australia of the highly
respected, London based Society of Scribes & Illuminators.
Dave enjoys sharing his extensive knowledge and experience both in the calligraphic field and the field of design for which he is highly respected. He has taught not only for many local Calligraphic Societies in Australia and New Zealand but overseas for many years now, both at Conferences and weekend workshops. He is even more available to teach worldwide now, given that his Gallery is only open by appointment. Most recently he has been invited to Summer Schools in Japan, Belgium and South Africa. If your Society / Guild is interested in a workshop / summer school with Dave, please contact us. A synopsis profile of Dave Wood1983 Dave studied with Donald Jackson, Calligrapher to HM The Queen. 1985 First solo Exhibition of Calligraphy in Australia. 1991 Exhibited at St Paul’s Cathedral, London - “Fine Books & Fine Words”. 1991 His peers awarded him a Fellowship of the Society of Scribes & Illuminators in London. 1991 Dave taught at the Sydney Graphic College as well as privately, nationally and internationally. Most recently at a Summer School in Belgium, workshops in Japan, Canada, South Africa and USA. 2000 Provided supporting works to Book of Kells Exhibition
– National Gallery of Australia 2002 Passion for Letters Exhibition, Lisserbroek, The Netherlands. 2003 Exhibited at the International ArtExpo, New York. Dave’s commissions include 20 Bronze Plaques (Macquarie Street pavement) for the Australian Bicentenary 1988, the International Cultural Corporation of Australia, the Sydney Powerhouse Museum and Appreciations for the NSW Art Gallery, The Royal Flying Doctor Service and British Council. Dave believes his work demonstrates a 21st century approach by expanding upon traditional techniques rather than simply copying history. His broad understanding of historic letterform with his creative design interpretation of prose and poetry communicates his sensitive, unique approach to this artform. He is the major exponent of three dimensional paper sculptured works with, and without, calligraphy – to create new and exciting works of art. |
About Dave's WorkDave's calligraphic artwork evokes a deep emotional response within the discerning art lover. His creative ability is portrayed by the continual development of new ideas and concepts using such mediums as paper sculptures and hand made papers to explore the wider dimensions of the written word. Works on vellum with traditional gilding in 23ct gold are interpretations of Dave's 21st century approach to calligraphy, based however on the ancient techniques and letterforms. His works are far more than writing on a piece of paper, they are unique artworks of distinction. Experience Dave's Artworks in the virtual Gallery - FREE worldwide shipping. International AcclaimOriginal and limited edition handcrafted books and prints are held in the collections of the National Library in Canberra, the McPherson Collection of Rare Books in the State Library of NSW, the State Library of South Australia as well as the National Library of New Zealand and State Library of Auckland. Dave's original artworks are also in many collections in United Kingdom, United States of America and New Zealand. Commission workOver the last 30 years Dave has completed many corporate and private commissions using the art of calligraphy combined with various graphic techniques to create unique works of art. View some of Dave’s private commission works. Corporate CommissionsWhether you are seeking a Corporate Appreciation, a specifically designed Retirement Certificate or your Company’s Mission Statement you can be assured of your specific requirements being rendered in a style that is both appropriate to the occasion and unique in its design and execution. View some of Dave’s past Corporate Commission works. Private CommissionsIf you have a poem or piece of prose that is dear to your heart, Dave can design and create a work of art that conveys these special sentiments as a meaningful and sensitive work of art. He will supply a few design roughs for approval on receipt of a negotiated deposit that will then be deducted from the agreed fee upon completion of the original work. Please contact Jan Wood. WHOLESALE CATALOGUE & PRICE LISTIf you wish to purchase or represent our work, we would be delighted to make contact with you and supply you with details of our pricing structure and catalogue details. Please contact Jan Wood. |
Dave
Wood is recognised world wide for his works which are breathtaking
in their execution and in the visual pleasure they exude.
He combines his 30 years of experience as a graphic designer,
typographer and world class calligrapher to expand calligraphy
into a new and exciting dimension.
