When it comes to brush calligraphy, it’s important to really understand what is meant by “pressure.” Many tutorials and tips (mine included) emphasize the use of varying amounts of pressure, but what exactly is pressure? How do you create it? How do you control it? Can you apply the wrong pressure? What is pressure? Pressure isContinueContinue reading “How to apply pressure when creating brush calligraphy”
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How to hold your brush pen at an angle
I’ve written about brush calligraphy being defined by its distinct thin and thick strokes. I’ve shared my favorite brush pens and how they work to create brush calligraphy. But some of you are still wondering, how does it really work? What is involved with this process of creating brush calligraphy? How do you get the words from pen toContinueContinue reading “How to hold your brush pen at an angle”
Tips for improving your brush calligraphy: Thin and thick stroke drills
I get it. You see calligraphy everywhere. There are amazing, talented artists and they seem to just write with ease. You wonder how on earth you will get there. Despite any artistic abilities, you must practice in order to improve. And not just any practice. But a deliberate practice. How can you deliberately practice? You can breakContinueContinue reading “Tips for improving your brush calligraphy: Thin and thick stroke drills”
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