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.
Draw with Me: Extra Flourished Calligraphy Layout in Procreate
A quiet “draw with me” demo of an extra-flourished calligraphy layout: a Frederick Douglass quote in my own lettering style.
6 Tips & Tricks for Mastering Procreate Calligraphy
Make the most of your Procreate lettering practice. These are my favorite learning and lettering tools.
How to Draw a Drop Cap Letter G in Procreate
Learn how to draw a 3D drop cap letter with retro vibes, geometric dimension, and real texture on your iPad.
How to Draw Folk Art in Procreate
Learn to draw your own folk art-inspired illustration using a handful of repeated motifs and Procreate’s powerful symmetry guides.
Animal Flourish Illustrations: A Real-Time Video
A relaxing, slow demonstration of animal flourish illustrations using my favorite pointed pen calligraphy brush for the Procreate app.
Flourished Modern Calligraphy Manuscript Layout
Watch my complete process for a flourished manuscript layout on iPad, from sketch to pointed calligraphy pen. This is a relaxing, quiet video with simple instructions.
Chalk Calligraphy Layout in Procreate
A quiet follow-along calligraphy demonstration in Procreate using a wide, textured writing tool: chalk.
Learn to Draw Flourished Watercolor Mandalas in Procreate
Learn to design flourished watercolor mandalas in Procreate with this video and written tutorial covering symmetry tools and painterly textures.
The Ultimate Lettering & Calligraphy Procreate Kit
Most digital lettering brushes lack the nuanced pressure sensitivity and ink-bleed textures that define our craft. I developed this kit to solve that problem.
Calligraphy Whale Flourish Illustration
Learn my process for drawing intricate calligraphy artwork in Procreate. The illustrative border features a whale, surrounding a calligraphy quote.
Calligraphy Flourishing Process in Procreate
Watch me flourish a quote in this uncut video of my calligraphy layout design process—all in real-time.
Learn to Draw 3D Drop Caps in Procreate
Learn how to draw a 3D drop cap letter on your iPad, with dramatic shading, texture, and highlights.
How to Install Brushes & Files in Procreate
In this quick video and written tutorial, l teach you the simple process of installing brushes, swatches, and files in Procreate.
10 Ways to Write Thank You Practice Sheets
My new, free practice sheets will teach you 10 ways to write “thank you” in various calligraphy and hand lettering styles. Watch me design each one!
Time Lapse Calligraphy Flourishing
Watch a totally uncut time lapse of a start-to-finish, flourished layout design. You may be surprised how many versions I sketch in pencil first!
How to Write Backhand Calligraphy with Watercolor Lettering
Learn how to draw a layout with negative slant guide lines, paired with modern, watercolor calligraphy.
How to Use My Calligraphy Animal Flourishes Procreate Brush Pack
Learn how to use my Animal Flourish Calligraphy Brushes for Procreate with instructions for each and every step.
How to Illustrate Hand Lettering
A start-to-finish Procreate tutorial showing my process for illustrating a hand lettered design.
Practice Calligraphy with the Procreate Reference Window
Procreate 5X added a fantastic new tool, which I love to use for practicing calligraphy on my iPad.
Merry Christmas Calligraphy & Wreath Frame Tutorial
Learn to write Merry Christmas in calligraphy and illustrate a Christmas wreath frame! Perfect for Christmas card design and other DIY applications.
Support My Work
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.