If you've been following me on KZread or social media, you might have known that I'm a leftie calligrapher! I know there aren't many resources for learning calligraphy or hand lettering left-handed. So in this video, I will be sharing with you:
✒ what supplies I use for pointed pen calligraphy
✒ how to prepare your nib
✒ how to hold the pen
✒ and how I do my calligraphy!
I hope this video is helpful. Let me know in the comments your takeaways or if you have any questions!
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:29 Supplies
3:07 Prep your nib
3:57 Position your paper
4:21 Position the pen
5:15 Pen angle
6:23 Practice basic strokes
7:51 Practice letters
9:01 Wrap up
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