Creating calligraphy is often an overlooked area of creativity, but if you want to try it out here’s how! You will need:
A ruler Permanent Ink Nibbed drawing pen Gouache paint Paper Sticky tape Chisel-tip black marker A flat-edged paintbrush Water Old cloths or towels Pencils Tissues
Set up:
Tape your paper to the table to keep it steady. Work on a slanted desk if possible. Give yourself plenty of room. Make sure you’re comfortable. Don’t keep your ink right next to the paper, but it keep it within reach with the rest of your tools.
Practice! Tape two pencils together with tape, hold them at a 45 degree angle and practice making marks. Filling Your Pen. Using your brush, paint a horizontal line of ink or gouache paint across the pen’s nib. Never dip your pen straight into the ink pot! Before Your Start: Preparing Your Paper: When you’re fully prepared you can practice using some of the letters in this infographic until you feel confident enough to begin creating your own calligraphy. How To Create Beautiful Calligraphy | Moo
