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What I wish I knew when I started calligraphy
Hi friend!
If there's one thing I've always struggled with - it's slowing down. Even right now, as I am training for a marathon... a huge part of it is learning to run easy and to pace yourself, to get the miles in first before the speed.
So when I was looking through some of my early practice books in calligraphy, I saw words before I saw basic strokes and letter practice.
And also, when I was starting out, I didn't realize that there were so many different kinds of calligraphy and of course that also meant all sorts of tools - that's why I also didn't know exactly which ones to get before (see my Michaels fail video here).
Looking back now (12+ years later): there's so much I wish I knew when I started
🖋 That it’s okay to go slow — actually, that’s the point
🖋 That you don’t need all the tools, just the right ones
🖋 That practice isn’t just for progress — it’s for peace
Slowing down really helps you enjoy the process, and helps remind you why you even started this new hobby in the first place. If you're never grabbed our supplies guide, here it is.
My Supplies Guide for Calligraphy
And that's also why I created the Creative Calligraphy Course
The Creative Calligraphy Course is a program to help you slow down, while guiding you step-by-step to learn modern calligraphy so you don't feel lost or overwhelmed. Because the course itself is pre-recorded, you can take it at your own pace, and we have weekly check-in's as well to help you stay on track.
In my many years of teaching modern calligraphy, I know the value of being able to get feedback in your learning (something I even wish I have right now while I'm running!) and getting to practice together in a live session has so many benefits to it. That's why I also created a membership that is intended to be taken with our Creative Calligraphy Course program, so that you feel guided every step of the way (just like a coach!!)
For a limited time, we're offering the CCC + membership for 50% off!
Just use the code SUMMER2025 to get 50% off! We're so excited to be part of your calligraphy journey.
P.S. If you're based in Canada, send us an email at studio@writtenwordcalligraphy.com so we can send you the CAD payment links!