Simple Gothic Hand Calligraphy

Follow the lessons to

• learn how to insert the nib into your holder ;

• comprehend how to get the ink to flow from your pen ;

• understand letter weight and proportion ;

• befriend those oh-so-necessary guidelines ;

• master the ductus (that's the "recipe" to follow for learning each letter).

Then, 

• draw each letter of the alphabet, first the lowercase letters, then the uppercase. The letters are not demonstrated in alphabetical order; they are presented to you in groups of similar letters ;

• plan and execute a project with a short text.

Using a 3 mm Brause nib (or similar) and ink will give you the most "authentic" experience, but of course you can use calligraphy markers or cartridge pens with a calligraphic nib if you prefer.

Some of the benefits of doing calligraphy are:

• calligraphy is yoga-for-the-soul. In doing calligraphy, you set aside some time for yourself, and you will feel great for it ;

• calligraphy contributes to neuroplasticity —which basically means that, while teaching your (old) brain new tricks, you are  creating new pathways in your brain and paving the way to sharper neurological skills;

• embellishing your daily life with beautiful letters.  . Creating beauty of any sort is a wonderful thing to do !

Several downloadable documents are included (practice sheets, letter reference sheets ...).

Calligraphy is not just a pleasant artistic activity, it is almost a meditative experience!

Grab your pen and paper, and come along on this calligraphic journey!