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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Kat Peple –
This was an incredible box with everything I needed to start calligraphy. It was so well packaged and the gift wrapping that you did was amazing! It put all the other gifts under the tree to shame. Thank you!
Jenn –
I took this course and it really gave me a good understanding of modern calligraphy. She is so patient and clear with her instructions. Watching her videos was so much fun that I couldn’t wait til I try it out myself!
Judy Green –
Great course! You are an excellent instructor. Love all your tutorials and products. Thank you!
Robin –
I’ve really enjoyed this course. Having never held a dip pen before this course it was soooo helpful! Lindsey breaks everything down into easy to absorb sections and gives easy to follow instructions. I’ve seen such an improvement in the short time I’ve been practicing since the course.
Julie Carroll –
This set me on my calligraphy journey! It was a great introduction that covered the basics really well and laid a good foundation to continue with.
sudie1957 –
I am working my way through this Beginners Video course. I really love it. Lindsey is a terrific, intuitive teacher. I like that I can do it a little at a time and don’t feel rushed to complete it all at one go. Once I have completed this course I am definitely going to order the Intermediate course! I would highly recommend it … it is well worth the price!
Marlene Kaim –
Dear Lindsey,
You helped me overcome my fear and hesitation to try my hand at calligraphy, Lindsey. Through the last five years I’ve enjoyed your beginners class and found pleasure in trying so many of your tutorials. Looking forward to a cozy February with TPK! Thank you!
vicki –
I have purchased this course and cannot wait to get started! I have many of the worksheets and I like to play around with them. I find it very relaxing. I can watch TPK Instagram videos all day. It is mesmerizing.
H D –
This was the perfect little kit to get me into calligraphy, and it comes in a beautiful box as well – highly recommend 🙂
Mary Vogel –
This course gave me a solid foundation for my calligraphy journey. Lindsey is a wonderful teacher.