Calligraphy Blog
Learn modern calligraphy, fancy handwriting styles, and Procreate lettering techniques with me. I share calligraphy tutorials, free practice sheet announcements, new book and brush releases, workshop updates, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of my work as a professional calligrapher and lettering artist.
New Course! Modern Calligraphy: Design A Flourished Script Layout in Procreate
This project-based class is a detailed tutorial for a wildly-flourished, full-page calligraphy layout. You will learn how to combine 10+ lines of flourishing into a cohesive, stunning composition.
New Course! Calligraphy for Mindfulness: 8 Reflections and A Meditative Exercise
In this relaxing Skillshare class, I focus on calligraphy not as a technical skill to be mastered, but as a practice to be enjoyed – one that can stir creativity and evoke a unique sort of mindful focus.
Digital Letterpress: Create Stunning Printed Effects in Adobe Photoshop
In this Skillshare class, you will learn how to combine various Adobe Photoshop effects – in conjunction with real paper textures – to emulate real letterpress printing with beautiful results.
Publish A Coloring Book: How to Illustrate and Sell Your Book Online
Are you looking for a fun way to earn money from your illustrations? Have you ever wanted to publish a book? In this comprehensive Skillshare course, I teach you how to combine the two in a creative, profitable project.
Border Illustration Design in Procreate: A Skillshare Class
In my new Skillshare class, you will learn how to illustrate a Scandi-style floral border using symmetry guides. This is a fun drawing technique with endless possibilities!
Procreate for Absolute Beginners: An In-Depth Intro to iPad Drawing
My new Skillshare class, Procreate for Absolute Beginners, is a course is for people with no experience using Procreate yet, but who are excited to dive in and master its powerful tools.
Giveaway! 3 Years of Learning on Skillshare
This week, my Skillshare classes hit 1,000,000 minutes of watch time. To celebrate this milestone, I am giving away 3 Skillshare Premium annual memberships!
Learn 3D Lettering in Photoshop
Learn how to make 3-dimensional text effects in Adobe Photoshop using your own hand lettering or a digital font.
Skillshare Class: Fauxaics in Procreate
Learn how to make digital mosaics on your iPad. This is a fun illustration technique with extremely eye-catching and rewarding results.
Skillshare Class: Flourished Layouts
This project-based class is a guided demonstration of a flourished calligraphy layout using an iPad Pro. The demonstration is start-to-finish, and filled with my commentary every step of the way.
Skillshare Class: The Business of Calligraphy
This class, presented in a relaxed, conversational format, will help you navigate the best business practices and pricing strategies for your freelance business. I answer the most frequently asked questions about owning a calligraphy business.
Skillshare Class: iPad Hand Lettering
This is a comprehensive course on the essentials of hand lettering with Procreate on the iPad Pro. I share my favorite techniques for some of the most popular and fun lettering effects, as well as tips and shortcuts for a smooth workflow.
My Newest Skillshare Class
Learn to turn a pencil sketch into realistic chalk lettering in Photoshop.
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If you enjoy my free tutorials and tools, consider dropping a little something in my virtual tip jar. It helps me continue to create free calligraphy and handwriting resources for learners around the world. I’m so grateful for every contribution.