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The Basics of Using a Dip Pen for Pointed Pen Calligraphy, Part 3

Calligraphy will become more enjoyable when you learn how to adjust the flange on your oblique nib holder to get the best angle of pen to paper.

Coronavirus Survival Tips for Calligraphers

Here is my top 10 list of what calligraphers might do when your area goes to “lockdown status” and you’re stuck with “social distancing” from the threat of the novel coronavirus.

Lucky Drills Design a Drill Contest

Update: Congratulations to the Lucky Drills Contest winner Kristen Molet! And thank you to everyone who participated! The new drill sheet is up for download.

Meet the Calligrapher: Allison McClanahan

If you’ve ever had a thing for snail mail, your heart will beat a little faster when you feast your eyes on Allison McClanahan’s special deliveries, hand-cancelled requests, and endearing messages to postal carriers. Join me as I visit with Allison in this calligrapher interview.

The Best Pointed Pen Nib for Beginner Calligraphy

After surveying 363 people in 35 countries and 38 states in the US, we have landed on a worldwide favorite nib to recommend for beginners–AND we’ve discovered why you shouldn’t use that nib.

Opinion Poll: The World’s Favorite Nib for Beginners

Vote for the World’s Favorite Nib and Enter to Win a Pointed Pen Nib Sampler, Handmade Oblique Nib Holder, Copperplate Worksheets, Ink, and More Goodies!

Meet the Calligrapher: Melissa Esplin

In this interview with Melissa Esplin, she talks all things calligraphy. You’ll hear how Melissa went from having a few calligraphy projects to teaching calligraphy online full-time. She talks about overcoming adversity, being a life-long learner, and when you should start building your own business.

The Basics of Using a Dip Pen for Pointed Pen Calligraphy, Part 2

If you’re new to pointed pen calligraphy, there are some insider secrets you may not realize you need to do in order to make that pen work. This article discusses in detail those things you need to do to get your ink flowing.

Meet the Calligrapher: Melissa Baker

Allow me to introduce to you Melissa Baker, an artist with a unique touch. Melissa is a top-notch calligrapher who specializes in envelopes and chalk art. We first met at the Birmingham Calligraphy Guild and became fast friends. Melissa is one of the sweetest people you will ever meet.