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ELI’ve started to teach myself a new script & wanted to share how I went about it (the pencil could be sharper & I’m holding the pen at the wrong angle) but getting used to how these forms are linked and the shapes that create the letters.
1. Reading
I read a few books that spoke about Copperplate, English Roundhand, Spencerian, etc. I also watched videos of other calligraphers both writing and talking about writing, including videos from Paul Antonio. Watching others write has always been the best way for me to learn.
2. Tracing
Unashamedly tracing words and paragraphs to get used to writing the forms and linking letters correctly. After a while these strokes are committed to your muscle memory and the alphabet sticks in your head.
3. Getting used to the nibs & ink
I’m still using a basic nib until I feel comfortable enough with the letterforms to try it with others. It’s a Nikko G but I’ve been recommended to try Hunt nibs (101 or 22). I’ve tried a straight and an oblique holder & enjoy practicing with both of them…
I finally feel enamoured by this script and am excited to go purchase some more tools to keep up the practice 🧚♂️
Thank you to those who sent me their practice sheets to make my guides right & point me in the right direction 🤍 @ashcalligraphydesign @allie.paints.signs @nikolietta_calligraphy @lauriepaolinetti
Sorry to everyone who thinks SHES DOING IT WRONG!!! I will get there, tips welcome ⭐️ excited to be doing something out of my comfort zone
#copperplatecalligraphy #copperplate #copperplatescript
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