I was going to write a clever excerpt here like “This tutorial combines two unlikely things, mermaids and blades, to create a pleasing and unique piece of art.” Then, I remembered Andersen’s original Little Mermaid tale, and I realized that in addition to not being witty, that opening statement is pretty much the opposite of…
Generally, this blog focuses on creating calligraphy with one of two tools: a regular pen or a dip pen. Today, a new player steps on the scene: the brush pen! As you’ll be able to tell very early on in this post, I’m in love; and I think you will be, too!
This series stops at part II, but that doesn’t mean that you should! Absorb the inspiration contained below to either make these lettering styles or come up with your own hybrids. The sky is the limit, and I hope you’ll hand-letter up a storm!
I promise that this blog post requires two parts. I’m not pulling a Harry Potter, Hunger Games, or Twilight on you! I just didn’t have enough daylight to take more photos. Rest assured, however, that these hand-lettering styles should keep you occupied until Saturday, when I’ll roll out Part II!
This is a guest post by artist Gaby Friedman, and I am in love with it. Not only does Gaby do a great job of explaining her steps, but she also provides fantastic photography and a wonderful project to boot! After reading this watercolor art tutorial, I feel super excited to try my own hand…
Lindsey Bugbee
designer + illustrator + calligrapher
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