I owe my initial interest in pointed pen calligraphy to photos of luscious white script that I saw on the internet circa 2012. Learning how to write with white calligraphy ink didn’t come easy, though. I’ve made many frustrating mistakes along the way! For that reason, I decided to write today’s guide.
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If you’re new to calligraphy and wondering which nib to start with, the Nikko G is a solid choice. It’s durable, easy to control, and forgiving—everything a beginner needs while learning how to use a pointed pen to write clean, contrast-filled strokes.
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Ever wondered what you can do with metallic watercolors? The possibilities range from glittery and festive holiday calligraphy to black and white floral illustrations with just the right amount of shine. In today’s article, I’ll show you several pieces of metallic watercolor project inspiration and share a tips for using these luxurious art supplies.
I’ve wanted to make a hand-drawn kitchen conversion chart for several years now. With a freshly remodeled kitchen on the horizon, I finally found the time to put one together! If you like my chart, feel free to download a printable version from the TPK Catalog (or make your own).
Dark (and, if we’re lucky, stormy!) October nights call for some wicked creativity. TPK’s new Halloween Fun Art + Calligraphy Worksheet Set will keep you entertained and help you to tap into the spirit of the holiday! In this article, we’ll discuss the new worksheet set, and I’ll demonstrate a tutorial from within its pages.
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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