Calligraphy Instructions

Calligraphy is the art of beautiful writing, and there are many styles attached to it. There are many resources available for calligraphy instruction. Try your local library for books about calligraphy. Local bookstores may also have information available and maybe even some calligraphy sets. Art or hobby stores are sure to have some kind of calligraphy kits or supplies.

Amazon has a huge list of available titles and kits for learning calligraphy. You're sure to find something that's just your speed. Many kits have everything you need to start your calligraphy instruction.

To start doing calligraphy you'll need some basic tools. First of all you'll need paper. At this point any inexpensive paper will do for practice. Avoid absorbent paper that causes the ink to bleed. Regular copy paper should work just fine for your beginning calligraphy.

Next, you'll need a pencil and a ruler. These are important for making guidelines to get your letters a uniform height. You should also have an eraser to get rid of the guidelines once your ink is dry. Make sure you have good lighting and a flat surface to write on.

Now, there are many many different choices when it comes to pen and ink combinations. Other parts of this site include detailed information about pens and inks. Generally, whatever chisel-tip pen you can find will do fine for beginning calligraphy.

As for instructions on actual letterforms, there are many resources available. The above-mentioned books and kits are great sources. There are also many websites available that include calligraphy instructions as well as additional information on supplies.

A good beginning site is from the author of Calligraphy for Dummies; The Online Calligraphy Lesson includes three starter pages of the Uncial hand that you can download, print out, and practice on. The pages come with ready-made guidelines as well as the opportunity to trace and replicate letters to get the hang of them. This site is a fun and easy beginning calligraphy instruction.

Another good online resource for calligraphy instruction is Chuck McGavren's, a professional calligraphy teacher, site. Don't be fooled by its simple layout! This site is a great resource for beginning to intermediate calligraphers as well as informative information on supplies needed.

For more online calligraphy instruction check out this Calli-Graphic site. These free online lessons are sponsored by some nice calligraphy software that you can purchase through the site. The free instructions themselves are really good, though. They have handy animated designs to show you exactly how the letters are formed. This site also has some great information on supplies and techniques.

Calligraphy instructions are available in so many mediums and locations that you are sure to find the perfect one to help you learn this ancient art.