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Transform Your Modern Calligraphy Style One Step at a Time

Lettering course: Transform your style with a step-by-step approach. Learn new lettering techniques and expand your artistic repertoire. Perfect for modern lettering artists!

4.4(19)
1,040students
17m
Certificate
Molly Suber Thorpe
Molly Suber ThorpeCalligrapher & Designer

Course Content

Transform Your Modern Calligraphy Style One Step at a Time is an intermediate-level Skillshare course taught by Molly Suber Thorpe. It runs 17m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.4 out of 5 from 19 reviews, with 1,040 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published July 2020.

Unlock Your Hand Lettering Potential: A Step-by-Step Style Transformation

Looking to elevate your hand lettering? This video dives into a powerful "one step at a time" exercise designed to help lettering artists like you refine your style or explore new lettering styles. I'll guide you through the process in real-time, offering detailed commentary and expert tips along the way.

This exercise is a fantastic way to break free from ingrained habits that can limit your creativity and lead to uninspired work. We'll explore how to critique your lettering productively and make targeted adjustments to develop a truly unique lettering style you'll love.

Originally developed for intermediate and advanced hand lettering students, this technique consistently yields fresh results. It's versatile and works beautifully with all types of hand lettering, including:

  • Dip pen lettering
  • Brush marker lettering
  • Fountain pen lettering
  • Pencil lettering

I demonstrate this exercise using a pointed calligraphy pen fitted in a straight holder (link below).

Get My FREE Lettering Toolkit! Download practice sheets, lettering guides, and Procreate brushes: mollysletteringtoolkit.com


Tools Used in the Lesson:

  • Nib: Brause EF66
  • Pen Holder: Deleter Comic Nib Holder
  • Ink: Moon Palace Sumi ink
  • Ink Pot: Paper & Ink Arts' Large Dinky Dip
  • Paper: Layout Bond
  • Ruler: C-Thru Grid Ruler

Explore More Lettering Supplies: [Link to supplies page]


More Hand Lettering Tutorials & Resources:

  • Calligraphy Books: Discover more lessons and inspiration in my three calligraphy books.
  • YouTube Channel: Find a wealth of free, bite-sized tutorials and demonstrations on my YouTube channel.
  • Skillshare Classes: Expand your skills with my Skillshare classes, covering topics like:
    • Digitizing calligraphy
    • Creating flourished layouts
    • Lettering on the iPad
  • Instagram: Tag me in your projects! @mollysuberthorpe. I love seeing your work.
  • Workshop News Bulletin: Sign up to stay informed about my upcoming in-person classes.
  • Calligrafile.com: Visit my comprehensive online resource guide for lettering artists and creative freelancers. Discover 1,000+ recommended supplies, books, online classes, and helpful links.
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