Calligraphy offers more than just beautiful lettering; it engages both the body and mind, enhancing mental health and cognitive function through focused, creative practice. Calligraphy is a skill that combines art with mindfulness, benefiting us in surprising ways. Here’s a...
Learning calligraphy is a rewarding yet challenging skill that requires patience and consistent effort. Here is a comprehensive overview of what to expect when embarking on the journey to mastering calligraphy. Commitment and Practice It's important to understand that calligraphy...
Edward Johnston (1872-1944) played a pivotal role in reviving calligraphy at the end of the 19th century, breathing new life into this ancient art form.
His influential work laid down the foundations of modern calligraphy, covering the principles of writing, the anatomy of letters, and the tools required for the craft.
Does anybody like ruling-up? Not many people do, but these tips will help make light work of this important activity. Accuracy is most important Time taken to accurately rule up will save a great deal of frustration later on. Ruling...
It is best to practice frequently and in a constructive and methodical way. By setting yourself a target for the practice session you will be more focused and achieve better results. Practising a new style (Italic Minuscules) Here is an...
Numbers follow the characteristics of the main script. So, they should be sloped and based on an oval shape when written with Italics and round in shape and upright when written with Roman Capitals. Numbers can be either ranged or non-ranged. Ranged numbers...
With some practice, you can soon learn Brush Pen Lettering. As with many other calligraphy styles, letters are built up from combining a few basic brush strokes. Brush Strokes Master these five basic strokes and you’ll soon be writing with...
