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Exploring the Art of Celtic Calligraphy

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Celtic culture, rich and vibrant, has left it’s mark on history, particularly through it’s art and designs. The intricate Celtic knots and distinctive calligraphy adorning many historical manuscripts stand as iconic symbols of this ancient culture. These artistic expressions are not merely decorative; they are profound representations of Celtic beliefs, values, and social structures. Let’s … Read more

Breaking Down: Hand Lettering & Handwriting Styles

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In a digital age dominated by keyboards and screens, handwriting and hand lettering stands out as a captivating and personal form of expression. This blog post delves into three distinct handwriting and hand lettering styles that add a unique touch to written communication: Handwriting, Faux Calligraphy, and 3D Lettering. P.S – Just so you are … Read more

Breaking Down: Brush Calligraphy Styles

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Brush calligraphy, with its sweeping strokes and expressive lines, has emerged as a captivating art form that blends tradition with contemporary creativity. This blog post takes you on a journey through four distinct brush calligraphy styles: Modern, Casual Signpainting, Copperplate, and Fuego, each showcasing a unique fusion of technique, personality, and visual appeal. P.S – … Read more

Learn Calligraphy Roadmap – Styles, Tools and Their Difficulties

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Lettering & HandwritingPointed PenBrushRuling PenBlackletterProper HandwritingFormal HandwritingSerif Lettering3D LetteringCursive HandwritingFaux CalligraphyCongrats (Modern #1)Salutations (Modern #2)Pointed Pen UncialCasual BrushRuling PenBrush CopperplateFuegoSpencerianCopperplateSimple GothicUncialNeulandSilkRotundaItalicsHandstyleBatardeRomanTexturaFrakturTattoo

Above is a diagram to define a path to learn calligraphy for anyone, regardless of current skill level and styles learned. I hope that this diagram can demonstrate what styles are out there, what tools you need for them, and if you’ve learned some styles, where to develop next.

Learn Calligraphy Links

As of now it only works really on desktop, but if you are on mobile scroll and you can still access all links below:

Lettering and Handwriting – (Orange)

A great place to start if you are looking for easy to learn scripts you can learn and use on a daily basis. You don’t need any fancy tools, just a pencil or a pen to get started.

In-Depth Calligraphy Practice Sheets:

Learn Handwriting (Proper, Formal & Cursive)
Learn Serif Lettering and Faux Calligraphy
Learn 3D Hand Lettering

Blogposts:

Handwriting Blogpost
Hand Lettering Blogpost

Pointed Pen Calligraphy – (Blue)

A more refined and classic skill with a high skill ceiling, the ancient art of quill pens and fountain pens are now at your fingertips to learn.

In-Depth Calligraphy Practice Sheets:

Learn Modern Calligraphy
Learn Spencerian Calligraphy
Learn Copperplate Calligraphy
Learn Pointed Pen Uncial Calligraphy
Learn Pointed Pen Bundle

Blogposts:

Modern Calligraphy Blogpost
Spencerian Blogpost
Copperplate Blogpost
Pointed Pen Uncial Blogpost (In Progress)

Brush Calligraphy – (Purple)

Writes the same styles as the pointed pen but brush calligraphy has a thicker stroke and cheaper and more forgiving tools.

In-Depth Calligraphy Practice Sheets:

Learn Modern Brush Calligraphy
Learn Casual Brush Calligraphy
Learn Copperplate Brush Calligraphy
Learn Fuego Brush Calligraphy

Blogposts:

Brush Calligraphy Blogpost

Ruling Pen Calligraphy – (Green)

A rough and hardcore script that is characterized by its straight edges and splashy style.

In-Depth Calligraphy Practice Sheets:

Learn Ruling Pen Calligraphy

Blogposts:

Ruling Pen Calligraphy Blogpost

Blackletter Calligraphy – (Red)

My personal favourite, this bold set of scripts is easy to start learning but difficult to master.

In-Depth Calligraphy Practice Sheets:

Learn Simple Gothic (Full Blogpost with practice sheets)
Learn Silk Calligraphy
Learn Uncial Calligraphy
Learn Neuland Calligraphy
Learn Rotunda Calligraphy
Learn Italics Calligraphy
Learn Batarde Calligraphy
Learn Textura Calligraphy
Learn Fraktur Calligraphy
Learn Blackletter Calligraphy Bundle (8 Classic)
Learn Calligraffiti Bundle (3 Modern)
Learn Silk Calligraphy

Blogposts:

Blackletter Calligraphy Blogpost
Calligraffiti Blogpost

Breaking Down: Pointed Pen Calligraphy Styles

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Calligraphy, the art of beautiful handwriting, has evolved over centuries, and one of its most captivating forms is pointed pen calligraphy. Originating from various cultures and adapting to changing artistic tastes, pointed pen calligraphy has a rich history and diverse styles that continue to inspire contemporary artists. In this exploration, we delve into the origins, … Read more

Breaking Down: Blackletter Calligraphy Styles

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Blackletter calligraphy, also known as Gothic script, is a distinctive and historically significant style of calligraphy that is created using broad edge pens. It’s characterized by its dense, angular, and highly ornamental letterforms. In this post, I will show the different kinds of blackletter that are out there to learn, and point you to ways … Read more

Mastering Faux Calligraphy: A Beginner’s Guide

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Introduction Calligraphy is a beautiful art form that has been practiced for centuries, but not everyone has access to the tools and skills needed to create traditional calligraphy. However, there’s a fantastic alternative if you don’t have calligraphy tools called faux calligraphy that allows anyone to achieve stunning calligraphic effects using basic writing tools like … Read more

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