Graceful Ballerina Calligraphy Drill Worksheet

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Create a graceful ballerina — Learn how to calligraph a ballerina using simple strokes and easy-to-follow steps
Step-by-step guided practice — Warm-up exercises and color-coded instructions walk you through the motif section by section
4-page printable set — Includes full creation instructions, useful drills, and several guided practice opportunities
Instant + unlimited access — Download immediately after checkout and come back anytime to re-download the file
Supplies needed: A pointed pen and ink, or a small brush pen (like a hard-tipped Tombow Fudenosuke)
Printing tip: For best results, print on smooth, high-quality paper like 32# HP Premium LaserJet

Description

In this worksheet, you’ll learn how to form a flowing ballerina figure — perfect for pointed pen drills or transforming into a special card, envelope, or tiny art print. The finished piece has an intricate look, but it’s made from straightforward, intentional strokes. Move through each part slowly, enjoy the process, and you’ll be amazed at how it comes together.

What’s Included:

A 4-page printable worksheet (PDF)
Color-coded, step-by-step instructions
Warm-up strokes to get comfortable with the movements
Several traceable exercises to help you make the ballerina on a separate, frame-worthy piece of paper

Supplies You’ll Need:

A pointed pen holder, nib, and ink (I used a Brause EF66 nib in an oblique pen and sumi ink)
Alternatively, you can use a small brush pen such as the hard-tipped Tombow Fudenosuke

Printing Tip:
For best results, print the worksheet on smooth, high-quality paper like 32# HP Premium LaserJet (affiliate link). This paper tends to play well with sumi ink and generally doesn’t cause ink to feather.