calligraphy-basics.md

Beginner Calligraphy

*Nibs:*​

• Hunt 101 (thicker strokes, more flexible, more variation)
• Hunt 512 (less flexible, more control)
• Nikko G (good practice in-between nib)
• ** don't forget a nib holder

Brush Pens:

• Pentel Touch Sign Pen (omfg I love this pen)

Inks:

• Higgins Eternal (great practice ink)
• Sumi Ink (leaves a nice shine, smells funky, can use it on porous paper)
• Finetec Metallic Pallet (technically watercolor paint, excellent metallic golds)

Paper:

• Drawing paper for practice
• Cold-press smooth watercolor paper for more formal designs
• Bristol board is fantastic

Resources:

• Modern Calligraphy (buy this book -- it's an excellent resource)
• Skillshare Modern Calligraphy Course (so good!)

Where to Purchase:

• John Neal Booksellers
• Paper and Ink Arts

A couple of calligraphy friends swear by the Pilot parallel pens for quick and dirty stuff. They're also very portable. Have a bit of a learning curve, though.