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.
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.
10+ Procreate Hacks & Shortcuts for Lettering Artists & Illustrators
I share my most-used Procreate hacks, shortcuts, and actions that streamline my lettering and illustration process. You’ll see just how much they can transform your workflow!
iPad Calligraphy Flourishing Follow-Along with Commentary
Today I use one of my free flourishing practice sheets to create a calligraphed layout, then draw a flourished, decorative border to complete the design.
Flourishing for iPad Calligraphy & Illustrations
Fancy flourished calligraphy on the iPad! In this time lapse, you can watch me sketch, calligraph, flourish, and illustrate a quote in Procreate.
Practice Calligraphy with Me: Everlasting Monoline
I’m excited to share the first in a brand new series of YouTube videos that I’m calling Practice with Me.
Step-by-Step Tutorial: Watercolor Calligraphy Brushes for Procreate
Throughout the development process of my Watercolor Calligraphy Brushes for Procreate, I came up with lots of techniques for getting the most realistic watercolor look possible. I turned those tips into a tutorial for you!
Video: Wavy Modern Calligraphy Watercolor Layout
This week I’m creating beautiful waves of lettering with a dreamy, ethereal look, using my new Watercolor Calligraphy Procreate Brush Pack.
Watercolor Calligraphy Procreate Brush Pack
The Watercolor Calligraphy Procreate Brush Pack is the complete kit for drawing realistic watercolor calligraphy on your iPad.
Tutorial: Flourished Calligraphy Border in Procreate
Watch me create a flourished, calligraphic border for a calligraphy quote I drew on my iPad. This technique utilizes Procreate’s symmetry drawing guides.
How to Draw Flourished Calligraphy Circles in Procreate
Learn to draw flourished, calligraphy circles in Procreate. This technique is simpler than it looks, but the result is so impressive, people will think it took you hours!
Inky Lettering Procreate Brush Pack
Radial symmetry is a powerful tool in Procreate. Let me show you how to make flourished calligraphy designs with beautiful mirror effect.
How To Use My Calligraphy Books with Procreate
This easy hack will let you practice calligraphy from my books on your iPad in Procreate. It’s a perfect way to learn iPad lettering and ink on paper styles.
How to Draw a Fauxsaic in Procreate
I’ve expanded my Fauxsaics Brush Kit for Procreate with a written instructions, in addition to the video tutorial!
How to Make Calligraphy Symmetry Art in Procreate
Radial symmetry is a powerful tool in Procreate. Let me show you how to make flourished calligraphy designs with beautiful mirror effect.
Quiet Calligraphy Layout Design in Procreate
Here is a relaxing time-lapse of a French song lyrics layout in Procreate.
Video Tutorial: Calligraphy Composition Maker for Procreate
My new Procreate brush pack will help you create endless calligraphy styles and experiment with new techniques. Watch my in-depth YouTube tutorial to learn more!
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.