Master Penman Jake Weidmann on Penmanship for 21st Century Students

About The Guest
Jake Weidmann is a professional artist and certified as one of nine Master Penman in the world. Certified through IAMPETH (International Association of Master Penman, Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting) in July 2011, Weidmann holds the title as the youngest Master Penman by three decades and the youngest to ever attain the title. Weidmann’s peers (other Masters) are noted for working with the White House, Queen Elizabeth and the Pope. His journey into calligraphy has been the “special sauce” for everything he now creates, incorporating the traditional calligraphic flourishing into his fine art. Weidmann is self-taught in each of his disciplines (calligraphy, painting, drawing, woodworking, and engraving). Coined by 5280 Magazine as today’s Renaissance Man, Weidmann’s analog mediums defy the digital-centric age we live in as he employs old world tools and techniques to achieve his finished works. While he typically works with private clients, Weidmann has worked with Apple, Inc., Crossway Books, and Biola University and has spoken from countless stages including Tedx and Thinq and was featured on PBS Television.
Website: jakeweidmann.com
Facebook: facebook.com/jakeweidmann
Instagram: @jakeweidmann

Show Notes
When deciding how to apply the art of penmanship for children in your schools, you will want to consider the evidence that supports handwriting as a foundation for literacy. Beyond the evidence that connects the hands in creativity and flourishing communication, you’ll hear why, how, and what tools to use in applying the art of penmanship.  

Some topics and questions covered in this episode:

• Dependency on technology to the detriment of healthy child development 
• Will you speak to cursive writing and learning to read? 
• What is the history behind Spencerian Cursive and why is it important?
• What should educators look for in curriculum for penmanship?
• How is cursive tied to phonics?
• How do writing tools make a difference?
• What tips do you have for teachers?

Resources

Commercial about Jake that Adrienne uses at teacher trainings:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvSyQDu49pI

The following are affiliate links for Jake Weidmann:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/jakeweidmann

1) link to Michal Sull's curriculum for kids --also here: https://spencerian.com/

2) link to blackwing pencils

3) link to pilot varsity pen

4) link to Jake's pens that he sells or will sell.

5) Brian Guelle's fountain pens

Master Penman Society: https://www.iampeth.com/master-penman-society

A book that Jake wishes he had read earlier in his life:
A Joy For Ever by John Ruskin
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