Holding a Calligraphy Fountain Pen Correctly
Calligraphy is basically formal handwriting done with a calligraphy pen and ink. Holding the calligraphy pen correctly while using the correct muscle group will result in a smooth, even pen stroke that does not fatigue the writer. It is important to use your entire arm and shoulder during the pen stroke. Using your fingers alone results in a cramped style, which is laborious and compromises the final result. Once you have mastered the calligraphy stroke, you will find your everyday handwriting is smoother and less tiring.
Instructions
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Practice writing the letters in the calligraphy book with the ballpoint pen, making sure your forearm and shoulder are moving during the pen stroke.
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Hold the pen lightly. Do not squeeze it. When writing, move the fingers very little, and the wrist even less. The most movement will be seen in the forearm and the shoulder.
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Practice until there is no tension in your writing style.
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Grasp the calligraphy pen near the writing nub, between your thumb and index finger.
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Rest the shaft of the pen over the bottom knuckle of the index finger.
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Rest the heel of your hand and the bottom of your curled up little finger on the paper.
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Hold the calligraphy pen lightly without squeezing it. Begin writing with the calligraphy pen without moving the fingers and wrist, concentrating all movement in the arm and shoulder.
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References
- Photo Credit fountain pen image by Pali A from Fotolia.com
