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. Amelia Breazeale

    What a favor Mrs. Lindsey has done for the calligraphy community! I am convinced that The Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Course is supplying me with the fundamental skills I need to be a great calligrapher (and for an affordable price!). Mrs. Lindsey has made learning modern calligraphy a special joy for me. The art of calligraphy doesn’t have to be complicated, thanks to this amazing course!

  2. sbonitat

    Hi Lindsey Everything I am learning is because of you. The Beginners Course has been extra special for me. I never thought I would be able to write with a dip pen, never mind some of the sheets I have purchased. I know that I have been away from the course because of illness but I will continue with right to end. I am not a quitter. I can’t even express to you how much I appreciate everything that you have taught me. The video course is the best thing I could have ever done for myself. Thank you so much for all that I have learned and excited about what is to come next. You are amazing Lindsey and I am so very happy that you are my teacher. I’m very grateful for you too. 😊 You are my teacher and friend, and this is so awesome. 🙂 Have a great day. sue 🐝

  3. bbeardmore.esc

    As someone who had no knowledge of creating calligraphy when I first purchased this course, it was an excellent course for a completely beginning learner. I have found that often artists have a difficult time breaking down art into incremental steps for those who are just beginning. But Lindsey is very good at taking you step by step and giving you a thorough understanding of the reasons for doing things and how they work and what to do. It also keeps you from the many mistakes and frustrations beginning learners can have if they try to learn calligraphy without the course. Since completing this beginner’s course I have been able to create many more projects and has become a wonderful, relaxing hobby for me. The Modern Calligraphy Beginner’s Course is an excellent investment if you are looking to pick up a dip pen for the first time.

  4. Amy Devore

    I started this course at the beginning of the pandemic to try to make good use of my downtime. Besides the fact that Lindsey is very skilled and also a good teacher, she is also very calming and the class is very low stress. I had learned calligraphy many years ago, but when taking this course, I learned how much I did not know. So much of the information regarding supplies is so helpful. Lindsey is also available to answer questions via email and this was invaluable. It really was a game changer when I had some trouble early on. You will really love this class!

  5. illuminotions

    Lindsey, I think I’ve taken almost all of your courses, but this was my first and it was a God-send! I’m a lefty and I’d been struggling with calligraphy, and was so desperate to get good results. Your class made all the difference. Learning what materials to use and what causes the little blips took the “failure” out of my experience and has turned calligraphy into something I truly enjoy and can feel proud of. Thanks for that! I’m in the middle of the Intermediate class now and loving that just as much!

  6. mmolina07

    Lindsey is a fantastic instructor. She is detailed and her drills and examples are so easy to follow. I’ve been a huge fan of her work for a few years now, and she never disappoints. I keep coming back to her blog for reference and inspiration because she is one of the very best! And, every chance I get, I recommend her site to anyone who will listen.

  7. Adison Smith

    I loved this course so much! It really helped me to get started on calligraphy the right way. Lindsey is a fabulous teacher. Thank you so much for making this course!

  8. Tara Hargreaves

    I had been interested in dip pen calligraphy and tried to learn from books but found them uninspiring. Then I came across this course and it was fantastic! The supporting materials are great, there are a couple alphabets taught and plenty of practice. The videos are a great length and provide very clear instruction to get you going on the exercises. Lindsey is very encouraging and makes it clear that practice is necessary to get the hang of it and that everyone will have a bit of a different style and that’s just fine. The pace of the course is great and it was easy to track my progress. I felt motivated to continue to work my way through the course and looked forward to each lesson. I am very glad I took this course and after continuing to practice, I’m excited to take the intermediate course.

  9. LadyHawk

    Excellent course as all of the Postman’s Knock courses are. Lindsey always goes above and beyond.

  10. Fran Sparks

    When I first signed up for this course, I just wanted to learn a little calligraphy. How was I to know that I would fall down the most delightful rabbit hole of creativity and all round fun and relaxation. First, I loved the videos, so well thought out, plus I can view them as many times as I need. Second, it really starts at the beginning, what to buy, how to store it, where to buy supplies, and of course, how to , not only calligraphy, but watercolor, letters, envelopes and many lovely projects. This course is the best thing I have treated myself too, in a while, and I highly recommend it, and all related worksheets, drills and fun projects available on the blog. I would also like to add, the personal attention and help when need, is an added value that is a great plus.

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