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.
Greek Calligraphy Tattoos
I have a lot of experience designing tattoos in calligraphy, and for the past few years have also been making a growing number of tattoos in Greek.
Quiet Calligraphy Layout Design in Procreate
Here is a relaxing time-lapse of a French song lyrics layout in Procreate.
Modern Calligraphy Envelope Addressing with Silver Ink
I share a technique for whimsical envelope addressing that’s perfect for weddings, holiday cards, and personal stationery.
My Favorite Calligraphy Tools & Books
Today I’ll tell you about this grab bag of miscellaneous items – new and old – that I so enjoyed using over the past month.
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!
A Book Cover Story: The Design Process of Mastering Modern Calligraphy
This is the story of Mastering Modern Calligraphy’s cover design, and the 90+ drafts it took to get to the final version.
Video Tutorial: Procreate Chalk Brush Lettering Brush Kit
A step-by-step walkthrough of my Chalk Script Procreate Brush Kit—from picking a template and sketching a layout to layering texture, chalk dust, and a chalkboard background.
My Flourishing Technique: A Video Demonstration
Join me in designing a flourished modern calligraphy layout in Procreate for iPad Pro. You will learn how to sketch, critique, and draw fancy flourishes that are completely unique!
Fauxsaics Procreate Brush Kit Video Tutorial
Create realistic illustrated mosaics in Procreate with my 72-brush Fauxsaic Kit—this video tutorial covers every step.
Quiet Calligraphy Video: from Pencil to Procreate
Watch a real-time, relaxing demonstration of my process for sketching calligraphy and digitizing it on the iPad.
My Favorite Calligraphy Learning Tools
This month, I'm sticking to a specific category: learning tools, so here’s a compilation of my favorites for calligraphy learners at different levels.
Procreate Letter Guide Hack
My super easy method for creating calligraphy guides in Procreate, with customizable slants and baselines.
Digital Letterpress: Create Stunning Printed Effects in Adobe Photoshop
I spent years perfecting a Photoshop technique for realistic letterpress effects using real paper textures. I share every step in this Skillshare tutorial.
Look Inside My Book: Mastering Modern Calligraphy
A detailed chapter-by-chapter look inside my book Mastering Modern Calligraphy in both video and written formats.
Modern Calligraphy Supplies for Beginners
These are the best, basic, affordable tools that a very beginner can buy for learning modern calligraphy.
How to Animate Hand Lettering in Procreate
A step-by-step Procreate tutorial on how to make fun and simple lettering animations on the iPad.
Ampersand Tote 2.0
My new ampersand tote combines flourished calligraphy and funky hand lettering, for a total of 30 unique glyphs.
Night Before Christmas Card Tutorial
When Lindsay from The Postman’s Knock approached me about creating a guest post for a Christmas card tutorial, I was immediately inspired.
Book Signing Events & Workshops | October 2019
My thoughts after a busy month of workshops, private lessons, and book launch events (with many late nights of supply kit assembly)…
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.