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.

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Additional information

Weight 18 oz
Pick the Calligraphy Kit Suited to Your Writing Hand:

For Right-Handers: Right-Handed Kit, For Left-Handers: Left-Handed Kit

Reviews

  1. rskelly2808

    Love this course, researched many sites trying to find a course on beginning calligraphy, but each one did not explain the process until I found this course! Love how Lindsey explains in detail the process…makes it much easier to understand.

  2. Carolyn Jones

    This was such a good investment for me. You have given me di much pleasure during this crazy time. Love all the practice sheets, especially!

  3. miryam

    Lindsey is amazing at breaking down the steps and making gorgeous calligraphy within reach! She is encouraging and inspirational and has just a lovely way of communicating that make listening to her instructions relaxing. this class was a treat!

  4. horselover00018

    Really excited about this course! I haven’t officially begun the working through the videos, however the worksheets are very attractive, and I think it’s such a good hobby to pursue during lockdown.

  5. Laurie Bradley

    My 9yr son said the following about The Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Course, “It’s good. I like how it shows the stuff instead of just saying it. It’s just about the right speed. You should do all of the work that she assigns to you because you really need all of the practice before the next bit. It’s fulfilling.”

  6. S Martin

    OMG! I put the nibs on (easily, just like it was explained), dipped it in the ink provided, and started practicing the strokes in the How-To book provided. And. It. All. Worked! I did decent calligraphy! I expected a much longer learning curve and problems with ink blobs or paper tears. What a great introduction to this art.

  7. Karen Celoni

    Lindsay went above and beyond to make sure that I had everything that I needed to begin practicing my calligraphy. Including mailing copies of the printable worksheets, since I was unable to print at the big box store. Thank you, Lindsay

  8. Caitlin

    One of my goals for 2020 was to try calligraphy, and now it’s a 2021 goal to actually start to make something I’m proud of. This course was one of the top recommended ones online while I was looking for options, and I’m really enjoying it! The worksheets and videos are clear and easy to understand. The recommended materials were easy to acquire from the TPK starter kit, and I even picked up a cute art water cup to enhance my workstation. I’d definitely recommend this for an encouraging start.

  9. Becca

    One of the hurdles to getting started with any new project is having the right supplies. While I usually like to find the best bargain by finding the most economical vendor, it was such a weight off my shoulders to purchase the kit without having to spend all the time researching. Everything I needed was included- tried and tested and curated by Lindsey- so I could rest easy that I had everything I needed to start right away without any hangups. The tools themselves are very nice, I have a handy box to store all my supplies, and there were many personal touches in the box- embossed labels, pretty tape, and a lovely introduction card that made the kit beautiful and welcoming to receive. I am so glad the extra money was spent to take the stress out of shopping- after all, learning calligraphy is an activity I chose to help me relax. Glad I made the purchase.

  10. Nancy Nelson

    Just delighted to be able to give this as a Christmas present to my grandson. He has been very engaged in practicing. What could be better during these times of confinement than to have an activity that engages the brain and body plus creates a beautiful product

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