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A Conversation on Creativity with Kalo Chu

Season #3

A Conversation on Creativity with Kalo Chu

What a joy it was to feature calligrapher Kalo Chu on today’s CCC episode. I have known Kalo for about 4 years, meeting her at the 2022 IAMPETH conference in Atlanta, and today we are sharing topics of conversation we often have late night in the study room with all of you. Kalo has a rich history of studying art history, calligraphy, and illuminated manuscripts. She teaches workshops at her studio, Kalo Make Art, in Hong Kong. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about calligraphy, creativity, and connection!

 

On this episode we talk about:

  • Where Kalo’s connection with artistry and creativity began
  • The  journey of turning her love of calligraphy into her business, Kalo Make Art
  • Kalo’s passion project in illuminated manuscripts
  • What it feels like to tap into flow & how you can feel it outside of your creative practice
  • Learning the basics of a craft allows you to tap into flow
  • What does it mean to have a “beginner's spirit”
  • Kalo’s toolbox for when she experiences a creative block
  • Turning comparison into inspiration
  • The beauty & joy of exploring new activities and crafts

 

Where to connect with Kalo:

 

Honorable Mentions:

Alan Watts – An English philosopher whose lectures can be found on YouTube or Spotify.

"Phil Stutz" – A documentary on Netflix that discusses the concept of "The String of Pearls".

Diego Irigoyen – He inspired me to start my left-hand mirror writing practice in 2021; you can find his YouTube channel at @DieyenDualPen.

“Comparison is the thief of joy.” - Theodore Roosevelt

IAMPETH: https://www.iampeth.com/

 

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