Beginner’s Calligraphy

5 Creative Modern Calligraphy Variations + A Surprise Worksheet

April 27, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 64 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Intermediate Calligraphy· Worksheets

Envelope Created Using Brause Rose Nib | The Postman's Knock — One of my favorite modern calligraphy variations is reinforced downstrokes, as shown on this Kaitlin Style calligraphy envelope. You can go over downstrokes twice for double the thickness!

One of the best things about modern calligraphy is its flexibility. You can play around with any modern calligraphy variations that suit your fancy! Unlike traditional calligraphy styles such as Spencerian and Copperplate, modern calligraphy encourages innovation and deviation. Today, we’ll talk about 5 ways to switch up your pointed pen creations, and I’ve got a surprise worksheet to give you some ideas and practice.
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Must Watch: 8 Pointed Pen Calligraphy Beginner Mistakes

April 25, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 33 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Video

Calligraphy is a beautiful art form that requires patience, practice, and the right tools. If you’re just starting out with pointed pen calligraphy, though, there are a few common beginner mistakes that will hinder your progress. Today, let’s discuss the top eight pointed pen calligraphy beginner mistakes — and, importantly, how to avoid them.

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Free Printable Calligraphy Drills: “Cool Calligraphy Drills” Worksheet

April 20, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 60 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Calligraphy Drills· Free Printables· Intermediate Calligraphy· Printable Goodies

Ready to add to your calligraphy drills worksheet collection? TPK’s 8 Cool Calligraphy Drills worksheet features a set of fresh, printable calligraphy drills that are perfect for anyone looking to get better with a dip pen. These drills are suitable for all skill levels and include a range of exercises to help you master pointed pen calligraphy. The best part? This two-page worksheet is completely free and can be used to warm up before a project or as a regular practice tool.
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How to Use Bleed Proof White Calligraphy Ink

March 7, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 101 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Intermediate Calligraphy· Merchandise

Over the years, I’ve tried many white calligraphy inks. My favorite is Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bleed Proof White. Bleed Proof White isn’t specifically an ink. In fact, it was developed to be a sort of Wite-Out for artists because it reliably covers up ink or paint mistakes! But, add a bit of water, stir, and you’ll find that Bleed Proof White becomes a fabulous white calligraphy ink.

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Simple Calligraphy Medallion Tutorial

January 21, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 84 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Calligraphy Medallions· Dip Pen Calligraphy· Flourishing· Tutorials

When practicing calligraphy, you really can’t get any cooler than a calligraphy medallion. I love calligraphy medallions because they’re wonderful for understanding how to make simple shapes. Furthermore, they really help you to understand how to bring components together in order to make something gorgeous. If you’re new to calligraphy medallions, try this simple tutorial.

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8 Things Every Calligraphy Beginner Should Know

January 4, 2023 by Lindsey Bugbee 8 Comments
Beginner’s Calligraphy· Calligraphy· Dip Pen Calligraphy

Writing with a Brause EF66 Nib — One of my best calligraphy beginner tips? While it’s a good idea to start learning with guided worksheets, projects — like the one pictured — are the key to progress! Making projects forces you to problem-solve and allows you to learn as you go.

It’s the new year, which means it’s the perfect time to learn a new skill. If learning pointed pen calligraphy is on your goal list, I hope that you’ll find this article helpful! In it, you’ll find tips that were designed to benefit any calligraphy beginner. I suspect that intermediate writers will discover some inspiration, too.

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