All Pen and Paper Power’s posts focusing on calligraphy are listed under this category.
What are the different types of calligraphy? As a newcomer to calligraphy, I have been wondering about this as I have come across so many different styles of calligraphy as I read more about calligraphy, which caused me a great deal of confusion. I decided to summarise my research on the different types of calligraphy … Read more
Is it worth learning calligraphy? It sure is! There are so many benefits to learning calligraphy that, surprisingly, it is not a more popular hobby. To determine whether it is worth learning calligraphy, we can consider the benefits of learning calligraphy. There are many benefits, many of which relate to learning a new skill, improving … Read more
Beginners in calligraphy may wonder what the easiest calligraphy to learn is. There are different types of calligraphy that beginners may find easy, but what is an easy calligraphy type for one person may not be for another person. Generally, faux calligraphy is the easiest for beginners since it requires no special equipment, and it … Read more
There is a myth that lefties cannot learn calligraphy. Fortunately, this is not true. Anyone – left or right-handed can learn calligraphy. Is calligraphy harder for lefties? It can be more challenging for a leftie to learn calligraphy, but there are several considerations to help lefties learn calligraphy better. Firstly, mindset plays an important role. … Read more
Can you teach yourself calligraphy? If you are interested in calligraphy as a hobby, this may be something you are wondering about. The short answer is yes, you can teach yourself calligraphy! Calligraphy is a creative but specialised way of writing. You can teach yourself calligraphy, provided you are dedicated and willing to practice regularly. … Read more
Learning calligraphy is a challenging task. Having the right skills can make learning calligraphy easier and more satisfying. But what skills do you need to be a calligrapher? To become a calligrapher, you don’t need good handwriting or artistic skills. Anyone can learn calligraphy – all you need are skills like patience, self-discipline, determination and … Read more