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🎉 The New Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course is Here!

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Beginner’s Calligraphy

Like many people, I spent a lot of time with a screen during the COVID quarantine. I did workout classes on an app, took a Spanish course via Zoom, and watched all of the Marvel movies. All of that screen time caused me to examine the courses on TPK in a new light! I wondered if there was a way to make them feel more engaging, like you’re right here with me. The answer, I believe, is yes; and I’ve spent the past four months re-designing the Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course as a result.

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Shaky Calligraphy Strokes: Causes, Solutions, and a Free Warm Up Worksheet

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Beginner’s Calligraphy· Free Printables· Worksheets

Shaky Calligraphy Strokes: Causes, Solutions, and a Free Warm Up Worksheet
Everyone deals with shaky calligraphy strokes sometimes! I wrote this calligraphy after I hopped out of bed this morning. It’s especially easy to notice the shaky calligraphy strokes in “woke”.

Regardless of your skill level, shaky calligraphy strokes will always be a problem that requires attention. Today, we’ll talk about five potential shakiness causes and their solutions! I’ve also got a warm up worksheet for you that can lead to more fluid, confident strokes in your calligraphy projects.

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Shortcut Pointed Pen Calligraphy Passage Tutorial

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Calligraphy· Gifts· Home Decor· Intermediate Calligraphy· Wall Art

Shortcut Pointed Pen Calligraphy Passage Tutorial

A few years ago, I posted a calligraphy quote art tutorial here on the TPK blog. That tutorial requires a sizable time investment because of all the measuring and drafting! For years, I’ve thought there has to be an easier way … and this morning, a new method popped into my head. Today, I’m going to show you how to efficiently create a centered pointed pen calligraphy passage. Note that this method works best with bouncy, slightly inconsistent calligraphy styles. That’s why I’m using Kaitlin Style calligraphy for this tutorial!

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