For this article, I decided to whip up some new printable calligraphy drills! These drills are suitable for every skill level and have a mix of everything. You’ll start with simple stroke practice in the first couple of exercises, move on to loops, then work on your flourishing! The free two page worksheet is great for anyone who wants to work on their dip pen skills or simply warm up before working on a project.
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I’ll be the first to admit: I’ve never liked traditional calligraphy drills. If I’m making a shape, I want to be making something — not just a circle, a loop, or a “U”. That’s why I came up with the Not Your Average Calligraphy Drills concept! With NYACD, you still end up making a lot of traditional drill strokes, but those strokes come together to create a graphic that you recognize. These artistic calligraphy drills fire up your creativity and keep your calligraphy creation fun and fresh!
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When you first set out to learn calligraphy, it’s difficult not to have some preconceived notions and expectations. Like with anything, if your expectations aren’t met, disappointment can set in and prevent you from making progress! In this article, my goal is to provide a “reality check”. We’ll go through seven important points to keep in mind as you set out to learn (and practice) your calligraphy! Remember them anytime you get frustrated, then carry on with your dip pen!
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Last week, I dove deep into my old three ring binders to find calligraphy from years past. Specifically, I wanted to look at early examples of Amy Style calligraphy — back when I used to write it with a ton of loops and flourishes! As I sifted through my early projects, I noticed a few things that have changed over time. You, too, can expect to see these calligraphy changes to occur with practice and a bit of patience:
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