What began as a playful experiment with wine and a pointed pen turned into one of my all-time favorite creative breakthroughs! Today, I’ll show you exactly how to write calligraphy with red wine—complete with a tried-and-true recipe.
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You’ve probably seen “gum arabic” listed as an ingredient in everything from watercolor paints to calligraphy inks—and even in some foods. But if you’ve never used it on its own, it might feel like one of those mystery ingredients that exist in the background.
In this article, I’m sharing absolutely everything I know about calligraphy ink in an FAQ format. My hope is that the information here will save you some time and frustration!
I’ve been using Ziller waterproof calligraphy ink for over a decade now. In that time, I’ve fallen in love with some of its good qualities … and I’ve learned to overlook some of its not-so-good qualities. Today, we’ll examine this versatile ink so you can decide whether it’s right for you.
If you’ve ever wondered how to create gorgeous gold calligraphy, you’ll appreciate this article! ✨ In it, I’ll show you how to prepare metallic watercolors for dip pen use with a written explanation and a short tutorial video.
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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