7 Steps to Gothic Calligraphy

Learn a Historic Script, Step by Step

Gothic is one of the foundational scripts in calligraphy, and this class covers it from origin to execution. You'll start with the history — what Gothic calligraphy actually is and how it came to be — before moving into hands-on lettering practice.

What You'll Learn

• The history and origins of Gothic script
• How to write Gothic calligraphy and which tools to use
• Appropriate letter sizing in modern calligraphy work
• How to learn and internalize a font
• What makes a composition feel balanced

What You'll Need

A Pilot Parallel Pen, A3 office paper, a tablet or other wide flat surface to work on, and — as with any hand-lettering practice — a fair amount of patience and commitment. No prior calligraphy experience is assumed.