Before you begin, gather the following supplies: paper, ink or gouache, a pen, nib, and guide sheets. Calligraphy ink (such as Higgins Calligraphy Ink) is readily obtained at most art-supply and ...

Think of the beautiful wedding invitations that have come in your life. What is one thing that sets them apart? Is it a gorgeously embossed envelope? Maybe a special scent sprayed on the card? Or, is ...

Art in Japan often comes from a philosophical standpoint, where the process is equally important as the result. This is particularly true when it comes to the Japanese calligraphy art of shodo. On the ...

A simple class on traditional italic calligraphy, which dates from the Italian Renaissance, ignited Molly Suber Thorpe’s love of the handwritten letter. But she’s moved on to a fresh, modern lettering ...

I love a pretty, calligraphy-covered envelope as much as the next wedding guest—but I know those handwritten swoops and swirls don't come cheap. I know this because I used to calligraph people's ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This lettering set, stored in a ...

Does the Arabic script and the way it is used for design fascinate you? It is not unlikely to encounter fascinating calligraphy designs all around us and be left curious about how it works and the ...