I share my personal experience applying for the Certificate of Proficiency in Engrosser's Script under the IAMPETH Certificate Program in 2022.
Read MoreI list out the top three overarching qualities that a script generally follows. They are, in my opinion, contrast, harmony and symmetry. I propose that these are the top three key observable features that make one’s script beautiful and visually balanced, no matter which style of script you’re studying.
Read MoreI group the lowercase letters by the basic calligraphy strokes that they have in common.
Read MoreI go through the step-by-step process of how I personally execute the basic strokes that make up the lowercase alphabet.
Read MoreKnowing how your tool works is one of the most fundamental things you need to do before jumping straight to writing words and letters. Let’s talk about how a pointed nib works in creating shades and hairlines. Let’s also go over some nib exercises that will get your muscle memory used to how your nib behaves.
Read MoreOn this post, we go over how to clean a new nib, how to tell if it’s good to go, and how to tell if it’s time to replace it.
Read MoreThis post takes a closer look at the important angles an oblique pen holder has upon itself and relative to the paper, plus how it usually affects your writing.
Read MoreOn this post, I talk about how to position the paper on the table before and while writing calligraphy. Key points are finding your natural finger movement, aligning your nib to the slant lines, and keeping the range of your hand right on your sweet spot on the paper.
Read MoreMy tips on how to write pointed pen calligraphy on marble coasters. I talk about the tools I usually use, how to erase mistakes, and how to make sure the ink stays on the marble for longer.
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