Tag: brush pen
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My first workshop!
Hello, friends! This week, I am taking a break from the usual Sunday tutorial, tip, or how-to post… My excitement is too much to bear! After months of blogging, YouTubing, and Instagramming, I will be hosting my very first in-person workshop! Being able to teach you face-to-face and provide in-depth, one-on-one instruction will make a…
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How to improve thin upstrokes
While I have discussed thin upstrokes in previous blog posts and videos, I’ve gotten a lot more questions recently about thin upstrokes on my blog, on Instagram, and my YouTube channel. Many of you have asked me for tips on improving the thin upstroke, why your thin upstrokes do not seem thin enough, and how…
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3 tips for connecting basic strokes to form letters
For the past eight weeks, we’ve reviewed and practiced the basic strokes every brush calligrapher should know. Once you master the basic strokes, you are ready to form letters. Read on to learn about three key aspects to connecting basic strokes when forming letters.
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Basic brush calligraphy strokes: The full pressure stroke
Welcome to Part 8 of my Basic Brush Calligraphy Strokes series! So far, we have reviewed the: Entrance Stroke Underturn Stroke Overturn Stroke Compound Curve Oval Ascending stem loop Descending stem loop Before you get started, be sure to familiarize yourself with these previous posts: Brush pens recommended for beginners Holding your brush pen properly Facing…
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Basic brush calligraphy strokes: The descending stem loop (plus a FREE worksheet and a giveaway!)
Hi there! Before we jump into week 7’s basic stroke, I have two fabulous things to share: Free downloadable alphabet and basic stroke worksheet: My first worksheet is now available for you to download for free! You’ll find all of the basic strokes of this series, my lowercase alphabet, and practice sheets with two different sized…
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Basic brush calligraphy strokes: The ascending stem loop
Welcome to Part 6 of my Basic Brush Calligraphy Strokes series! So far, we have reviewed the: Entrance Stroke Underturn Stroke Overturn Stroke Compound Curve Oval Before you get started, be sure to familiarize yourself with these previous posts: Brush pens recommended for beginners Holding your brush pen properly Facing your brush pen in the right…
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Basic brush calligraphy strokes: The oval
Welcome to Part 5 of my Basic Brush Calligraphy Strokes series! So far, we have reviewed the: Entrance Stroke Underturn Stroke Overturn Stroke Compound Curve Before you get started, be sure to familiarize yourself with these previous posts: Brush pens recommended for beginners Holding your brush pen properly Facing your brush pen in the right direction…
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Basic brush calligraphy strokes: The compound curve
Welcome to Part 4 of my Basic Brush Calligraphy Strokes series! So far, we have reviewed the: Entrance Stroke Underturn Stroke Overturn Stroke Before you get started, be sure to familiarize yourself with these previous posts: Brush pens recommended for beginners Holding your brush pen properly Facing your brush pen in the right direction If you…
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Basic brush calligraphy strokes: The overturn stroke
Welcome to Part 3 of my Basic Brush Calligraphy Strokes series! If you are new to this series, I highly encourage you to get yourself a brush pen and begin practicing with me. If you are on Instagram, share your work by posting it with the hashtag, #pieces_basicstrokes. Before you get started, be sure to familiarize yourself with…
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Basic brush calligraphy strokes: The underturn stroke
Welcome to Part 2 of my Basic Brush Calligraphy Strokes series! If you are new to this series, I highly encourage you to get yourself a brush pen and begin practicing with me. If you are on Instagram, share your work by posting it with the hashtag, #pieces_basicstrokes. Before you get started, be sure to familiarize yourself with…
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