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Intermediate Western Calligraphy Tips: Video Series

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Western calligraphy is an art form in itself that is able to communicate on a surface and subconscious level. Learn the calligraphy alphabet and numbers and how to write using the art of calligraphy in this free online video series.

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  1. Writing western calligraphy with gold is easier than you think if you have the money. Learn exactly how to do this from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  2. Under and over painting calligraphy with gold can happen easily. Learn what to do about this in this free video clip from a calligraphy expert.

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  3. Calligraphy triads are a way of directing the eye. Learn how to use them correctly from an expert in this free video clip on western calligraphy.

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  4. Creativity is the backbone of any arts and crafts project. Learn some creativity tips for your calligraphy projects in this free video clip from a calligraphy expert.

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  5. Creativity is the backbone of any arts and crafts project. Learn some creativity tips for your calligraphy projects in this free video clip from a calligraphy expert.

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  6. Calligraphy is a great tool for making your own books. Learn some tips on how to do this from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  7. Calligraphy is a great tool for making your own books. Learn some tips on how to do this from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  8. The St. John's Bible is the first fully illuminated version written in the last 500 years. Learn a bit more about this amazing piece of calligraphy in this free video clip from a calligraphy expert.

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  9. Calligraphy has many facets and the humanist hand adds a very important aspect to writing. Learn tips on how to create this from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  10. Calligraphy has many facets and versals draw your eyes to a particular section of a page. Learn tips on how to create versals from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  11. Calligraphy has many facets and versals draw your eyes to a particular section of a page. Learn tips on how to create versals from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  12. The Acanthus Leaf has been a staple of ancient and modern design for centuries and is used a lot in illumination designs. Learn more about this amazing leaf and design process from a calligraphy expert int his free video clip.

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  13. The Acanthus Leaf has been a staple of ancient and modern design for centuries and is used a lot in illumination designs. Learn more about this amazing leaf and design process from a calligraphy expert int his free video clip.

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  14. The Acanthus Leaf has been a staple of ancient and modern design for centuries and is used a lot in illumination designs. Learn more about this amazing leaf and design process from a calligraphy expert int his free video clip.

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  15. The pattern of squares in calligraphy is another element used in illumination. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  16. The pattern of squares in calligraphy is another element used in illumination. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  17. Vines and flowers in calligraphy are another element used in decoration. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  18. Vines and flowers in calligraphy are another element used in decoration. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  19. Vines and flowers in calligraphy are another element used in decoration. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  20. Gems in calligraphy are another element used in decoration. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  21. Gems in calligraphy are another element used in decoration. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  22. Gems in calligraphy are another element used in decoration. Learn what it is and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  23. Cartoons in calligraphy are called marginal drolleries and are another form of artistic entertainment. Learn what they are and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  24. Cartoons in calligraphy are called marginal drolleries and are another form of artistic entertainment. Learn what they are and how it is done from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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  25. Western calligraphy composition has a long and detailed history. Learn a bit about fresh ideas from a calligraphy expert in this free video clip.

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Calligraphy is the art of stylistic writing. It is also known as the practice of giving an artistic form to letters and signs. It is considered a skill and is often taught in art classes or craft seminars. The skill set learned in calligraphy classes ranges from practical usage to artistic interpretation. In the latter form, function takes a backseat to artistic expression. Practical uses for calligraphy include fancy invitations, font design, logo design, maps, and documentation of other sorts. Depending on the area you are in, different types of calligraphy include East Asian character calligraphy, Indian calligraphy, Persian calligraphy, Islamic calligraphy, or Western calligraphy. There are many different tools used in calligraphy but the two most important are the paper and the pen.

In this series of instructional videos, you will learn more about the art of calligraphy. Our expert explains the history and demonstrates Western calligraphy. You will learn more about the resurgence in popularity and the functionality of this style of writing. Watch as an expert demonstrates each letter, number, and symbol used in common calligraphy. Get instructions for changing colors of ink during a calligraphy project. See examples of upper and lowercase letters written in this style of calligraphy. See different examples of calligraphy styles and get ideas for projects. Get recommendations on types of paper and pens or markers used for creating beautiful calligraphy pieces in these expert videos.

 
About the Presenter

Pamela LaRegina Pamela LaRegina began her career as a calligrapher/artist by registering her business, Supercalligraphics, with the state of Connecticut in 1976. As soul owner of this monk's cell of a business, she brags that it is the smallest, longest standing operation of its kind in Branford. During these three decades, Ms. LaRegina has created a wide range of works, from the practical, such as envelopes, invitations, etc., to the divine, such as fine art pieces including many of her own design. Large manuscript treatises include such titles as "Gleaming the Cosmic Lexicon," "Ding Bats and How to Do Them," "The Great Pretenders," "How to Just Say No to Drugs," and "Vis Comica." Pamela loves her pens and her brushes and her paints and her beautiful papers! She teaches both children and adults the fine art of handwriting, and is also an amateur Graphoanalyst. An Alphabet Doctor by virtue of her own ability to create diplomas, Pamela also issues licenses (such as the Octogenarian, the Nonagenarian, and the Centenarian.dkdk

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