Considering the variety of calligraphy inks on the market, finding the right one might seem overwhelming. Fear not; this guide is here to help you find some standout choices and their perfect uses!
If you want to write elegant pointed pen calligraphy with hairline upstrokes, iron gall ink is a must-try! This historical ink has been used for thousands of years by monks, Vikings, and royalty.
A couple of years into your calligraphy journey, you’ll likely find yourself with a few bottles of dried-up calligraphy ink. Today, we’ll talk about how to fix that ink with some water, stirring, and testing.
Calligraphy beginners are often encouraged to write calligraphy with sumi ink — but why? Today, I’ll answer that question and several others in a YouTube video and a written article!
Gouache is an ideal medium for writing calligraphy because it’s endlessly customizable. You can mix colors, tweak the consistency, and write on all sorts of different papers! In today’s article, you’ll learn all about how to use gouache to make stunning pointed pen calligraphy.
Lindsey Bugbee
designer + illustrator + calligrapher
The Postman’s Knock is a blog focused on teaching creative techniques and offering guides to learning modern calligraphy and illustration. I hope you enjoy reading my blog as much as I enjoy writing it!
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