D. King News - Summer 2009

Summer 2009

ON DISPLAY “RUGGED CROSS”, seen to the right and on the opening page of the web site, is a three dimensional calligraphic portrayal of the last seven things that Jesus Christ said as He was dying for all our sins at Calvary. The calligraphy was done in dark brown gouache on random pieces of wood veneer which were then arranged on the cross, between visual characterizations of the two other men crucified with Him that day at Golgotha. The piece measures 25” x 40” x 6”. The work was completed in July, 2009. It is presently on display at Don’s church, Friendship Baptist Church, 5510 Falls of the Neuse Road in Raleigh. Everyone is cordially invited to attend Sunday morning worship services with Don and his wife, Edith, and take the opportunity to view the work in person. Also on display there are his “SIX BIBLICAL PIECES”, a set of six large framed verses, each in a basic color of the rainbow and a calligraphic style appropriate to the verse. “LIGHT” is a 30” x 22” collection of Biblical verses about God as Light, written in white and yellow gouaches on a purple paste paper ground. It was created in 2006 and is presently on

display at a private retreat facility at Kerr Lake. Full-, halfand quarter-size giclee prints are available. (All of these pieces are available for sale; contact Don for details.)

WHAT’S DON BEEN DOING? It seems that even in a down economy, people still love their family and friends, and still want to recognize their value for them through specially-created calligraphic art. Don has been as busy as ever creating heirlooms in the form of heartfelt poems, stirring Bible verses, wedding vows, letters and special memorial pieces for his appreciative clients all over the southeast and beyond.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR SALE IN RALEIGH... Jean Rigsbee at the Bare Wall Art Gallery and Framing, 5230 Holly Ridge Drive (adjacent to Holly Park Shopping Center on Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh), carries a great selection of artworks for your home or place of business, including a complete selection of Don’s prints. She’s also a very creative and service-oriented framer. The Mail Box Plus, 6040-A Six Forks Road (Twin Forks Office Center) in Raleigh, has been operated by Ms. Brenda Burke in the most genteel and customer-friendly way possible for over 27 years. In addition to her comprehensive mailing and shipping services, she carries an extensive display of Don’s prints, clocks and plaques. You’ll enjoy your dealings with her! Amazing Grace Books and More at 1657 North Market Drive carries a very complete and wonderful array of Christian literature, Bibles, art works and tasteful paraphernalia, and Don’s prints. It is owned and managed by Harvey and Joanna Hicks. Be prepared to get a blessing when you visit with them. … AND ELSEWHERE The Riverside Mill, just off of I-95 in Weldon, NC (200 Mill Street) is a recently opened, growing and eclectic collection of shops, galleries and artists from all over Eastern North Carolina. Located in a refurbished mill building in beautiful downtown Weldon, it is well worth a small, restful detour as you travel the Interstate. Don’s prints, of course, are one of the highlights of the place!

TEACHING ENDEAVORS “Black Letter” in Southport. On August 8th, Don will be presenting a day-long workshop for a group of about fifteen calligraphers in Southport, NC. He has been mentoring the group in the minuscule (“lower case”) letters of this 12th century hand for the last two months, and will complete their repertoire with a study of the majuscules (capital letters) during this challenging and enjoyable Saturday.

“Calligraphy for Everyone” at Meredith College in Raleigh. This will be about the fifth year that Don has offered this very popular and beneficial ten-week course. He will teach the basics of three scripts that make up the essential repertory of the contemporary calligrapher:

The course will begin on September 29th and run for ten consecutive Tuesday evenings, 7:00 – 9:30 pm, through December 1st. Registration details are available from Meredith College Community Programs, www.meredith.edu/community-programs.htm or telephone (919) 760-2367. “Gold and Gilding”. Don will be presenting, with Tim Johnson, another prominent Triangle Area calligrapher, a practicum on using gold and gold substitutes in calligraphic work at the October 10th meeting of the Triangle Calligraphers’ Guild. The group meets on second Saturdays in September, October, November, February and March at the Page-Walker Art & History Center in Cary, NC from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Visitors and guests are very cordially invited to attend; call (919) 847-9408 or (919) 783-0122 for directions or more information. Tutoring in Various and Sundry Calligraphic Subjects. Don is available to discuss your individual calligraphic interests, ambitions and education, and how a personal tutoring session or regime might help you in that regard. Please feel free to contact him to discuss the possibilities – there is no charge for consultations.

JUST A REMINDER Don’s periodic Newsletter will not be published in hard copy due to rising postal costs, but is only available via his web site with notification via e-mail. If you’d like to be included on his e-mail list, please subscribe to the D. King Studio Email News on the web site.