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Open Flourish | General Discussion / Who’s your favourite calligrapher?

« on: June 17, 2019, 03:52:51 AM »

Hey all!
I am at the beginning stages of my calligraphic journey, so I’m looking for as many resources as I can, but I find it a bit overwhelming, since there’s A LOT out there.
So I was wondering, who are your favourite calligraphers? I like to learn from the best 
I’m familiar with Paul Antonio’s work, but apart from him, I don’t know any other “classic” calligraphers. Is there a book that you consider essential?
(Sorry Erica for my many posts, I know you have to approve them all and I already posted like 6 of them  )

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Introductions / Hello from Segovia, Spain

« on: June 16, 2019, 08:44:20 AM »

Hi everyone!
My name is Angela and I live in a small city near Madrid called Segovia.
I discovered brush lettering about three years ago, but I quickly got frustrated as my letters didn’t look as neat and beautiful as everyone else’s. I completely abbandoned my hobby because I felt like I wasn’t improving.
Two months ago I stumbled upon pointed pen calligraphy (specifically copperplate ) and when I started to practice drills and basic letterforms, everything just clicked.
I’ve been practicing everyday since then, and I’m in love with everything I’m learning.
I want to keep practicing copperplate, but want to expand my skills. I think I will start learning Italic soon!
Calligraphy is a truly beautiful skill, and I can’t wait to learn everything I can.
This forum is a blessing. Can’t wait to participate in it!