How to Do Easy Calligraphy
Calligraphy has been used in various cultures for centuries not only as a form of writing, but also as an art style. Calligraphists often study their art for years before they are proficient and skilled enough to sell or display their work. Though the art of calligraphy is not something that a beginner will excel at immediately without practice and dedication, there are tips and tricks that may help jump-start beginners. Also, beginning with easier alphabets and fonts makes the work easier as well.
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Prepare your work space. Clear it of debris and clutter so that your arms and feet have enough room and so that you are comfortable. Sit straight and relaxed, with both feet on the floor. If possible, tilt your workspace up towards you at an angle so that you don't have to hunch over it, which limits your arm's movement. Position the paper on the workspace so that it is easy for you to reach. The most important thing is that you are comfortable when you begin.
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Pick up your pen and study its tip. You should use a chisel point pen, also called an italic pen. If desired, you can also use a cursive italic nib pen. The former creates sharper, more rectangular strokes and the latter makes smoother, rounder strokes better for plain cursive writing than ornate Gothic or italic styles. Refrain from squeezing your pen tightly, as this may cause unnecessary cramping.
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Print out or otherwise secure calligraphy alphabet templates. Start with just one alphabet and trace out the letters in that alphabet. Generally a plain italic script is the easiest to start with. Move your pen across the paper slowly, repeating the letters until your script matches the templates. Pay close attention to the curves of the letters and position your pen so that the nib does not scratch or tear the paper as you move it.
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