Description
Dive into TPK’s self-paced Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course paired seamlessly with the all-inclusive Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit. This comprehensive course offers 4.5 hours of video instruction covering everything from faux calligraphy to the intricacies of Copperplate. Engage with interactive lessons, quizzes, and even a space for discussion. Your learning is complemented by TPK’s carefully curated starter kit, equipped with the finest tools, including two types of nibs, an adjustable oblique pen, sumi ink, and a detailed workbook designed to echo the course content. Unlock this bundle to begin your calligraphy journey with confidence and craft.
About the Calligraphy Kit:
The TPK Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit is the very best kit out there. After years of teaching students — both in person and online — I have a unique understanding of the tools and instructions that ensure your success! That’s why this kit includes:
- Nikko G nib – the most approachable calligraphy nib for most beginners
- Brause EF66 nib – a wonderful little nib that will give you dramatic stroke contrast
- Nib tin – to safely store your nibs
- Pearly turquoise straight pen with universal insert that will fit most calligraphy nibs
- Wooden oblique pen with a flange that I hand-adjust to fit the Nikko G nib like a glove
- “Art water” cup – to store the water that you use to clean nibs throughout writing sessions
- Tightly woven cleaning cloth to wipe off your nibs throughout and after your writing sessions
- Yasutomo sumi ink (2 oz.) – A velvety Japanese sumi ink that’s great for any skill level
- Glass jar with screw-top gold lid (1 oz.) for long-term ink storage
- 49-page workbook (6″ x 8.5″, 15.24 cm x 21.6 cm) full of information and guided practice
Calligraphy starter kit dimensions are 9.75″ long x 7″ wide x 2.25″ tall (24.75 cm x 18 cm x 5.75 cm).
About the Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course:
The self-paced Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course is every bit as effective as my in-person calligraphy workshops. There are no time or demonstration constraints, so I was able to include absolutely everything that you need to know! On film, I am able to communicate concepts from different shooting angles, and you can pause and re-watch videos as needed. If you don’t quite understand how to do something, there’s a “Discussion” portion under each lesson where you can ask questions. Lessons include a short quiz and homework assignments. Here’s the course layout, including video durations (minutes/seconds):
Lesson 1: Preparing to Create Pointed Pen Calligraphy
- Video: Creating Faux Calligraphy (20:03)
Lesson 2: Pointed Pen Calligraphy Supplies
- Video 1: Supplies (9:57)
- Video 2: Prepping New Nibs (8:39)
- Video 3: Setting Up Your Workspace (2:58)
Lesson 3: The Straight Pen Holder
- Video 1: Straight Pen Overview (19:57)
- Video 2: For the Lefties – Tips for Using the Straight Pen (5:47)
- Video 3: Beginner Problems (7:00)
- Video 4: Straight Calligraphy Drills (12:50)
- Video 5: Writing Uppercase Letters (18:05)
- Video 6: Writing Lowercase Letters (15:45)
- Video 7: Writing Words (16:53)
Lesson 4: The Oblique Calligraphy Pen
- Video 1: Oblique Calligraphy Pen Overview (16:58)
- Video 2: Should You Use an Oblique Pen? – A Video for Lefties (6:07)
- Video 3: Writing Letters With the Oblique Calligraphy Pen (24:12)
- Video 4: Writing Words With the Oblique Calligraphy Pen (17:14)
- Video 5: Writing Words Without Guidelines (3:56)
Lesson 5 (Optional): Creating Copperplate Calligraphy
Note that this lesson includes a 10-page printable workbook that is separate from the course workbook. If you choose to complete this lesson, you will need a printer.
- Video 1: Writing Uppercase Copperplate Calligraphy Letters (19:08)
- Video 2: Writing Lowercase Copperplate Calligraphy Letters (12:08)
- Video 3: Writing Copperplate Words (20:45)
Lesson 6: Guidelines and Practice
- Video 1: How to Draw Pencil Guidelines (4:24)
- Video 2: Effective Practice Suggestions (4:29)
The course ends with a short video explaining your post-course homework. The total viewing time for this course is approximately 4.5 hours, but I’d recommend allocating two months to do everything that you’re asked to do in the course.
Once you purchase this listing, you will be given full access to the course videos and worksheet set! Please note that you must have or create an account on TPK to take the course. If you do not have an account, you can easily create one during the checkout process (or create one now). Once you checkout, you will receive an email with a link to the course, or you can find the course in your account.
Testimonials:
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chellergart –
Purchased this beautiful set and it’s so beautiful. Even the packaging is gorgeous. I’ve so enjoyed using this set. It’s high quality!
Alicia Chao –
After years of admiring calligraphy from afar and receiving creative inspiration in my inbox from tpk’s newsletter, I finally took the leap when Lindsey created this Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course! It’s a great course to get you started, and I’ve continue to develop my calligraphy skills since 🙂
Quinn Myers –
I was given this kit and the Beginner’s e-course about a year ago, and I loved them! I had never done any dip pen calligraphy before, and now I do it for hours almost every Saturday. This is such a great kit, especially when paired with the e-course. (I also like to use the pretty box to store my calligraphy supplies in.)
Lydia A. –
There’s a reason this kit is repeatedly rated 5 stars! Carefully chosen materials, tasteful presentation, and wonderful customer service distinguish this product from your average craft store choices. If you are considering purchasing this, I encourage you to go for it! Not only will the quality of the tools carry you far, but the thrill of receiving them in such a beautiful package will motivate you to use them!
Inma Sánchez –
I’m very glad with my started kit.
Fue una buena decisión proveerme de las herramientas básicas para lanzarme a practicar caligrafía. Me encantó abrir la caja, con una preciosa presentación, y encontrar unos utensilios de gran calidad.
I’m in love with the oblique pen and this kind of ink.
Vivi Gómez –
I haven’t had time to start this course yet, but I’m am super excited just by looking at the material provided.
Amy –
I ordered this kit for myself for Christmas and I absolutely love it. Beautifully packaged, and you can tell everything is done with care. I can’t wait to get started.
Remi –
This is just the most beautiful set. I bought this for my first anniversary with my wife and she loves it. Beautifully wrapped and boxed, shipped very quickly, and had great updates along the way. Would happily purchase this again for an interested beginner calligrapher!
Sue Gardner –
I purchased this kit and am so glad that I did! It came beautifully and lovingly packaged! I know it contains quality products to help achieve the best results. I am looking forward to starting to use it as I watch Lindsey’s Beginning and Intermediate Calligraphy courses, which I also purchased. Lindsey you’ve created a wonderful and very informative website! Thank You!! And please keep adding your helpful, informative and fun ideas and tutorials!
April Bagster-Collins –
Oh mu goodness, I was so excited to get this in the mail. It came so much quicker than I expected. It is wrapped in loveliness, so precious and beautiful I had to wrestle within myself whether to leave it be or open it and try it out. Love the way she wrapped and presented it all. But as you guessed it I couldn’t help myself and opened up to use it write away. Love the kit and wished I had gotten it sooner. I have been reading the blog for quite sometime, over a year. I wasn’t sure if I could do calligraphy. I still have to practice but I feel I will get the hang of it. The best part Lindsey will answer any questions you have. If I am having a problem with something she answers very quickly for being a mom, wife, and business owner. Love this store and blog!