Calligraphy is the art of beautiful writing. It has a rich history that dates back thousands of years. The earliest known examples of calligraphy can be found in ancient China, where it was used to write religious texts and other important documents. Calligraphy later spread to other parts of Asia, Europe and the Middle East. In this course, we examine a range of calligraphy tools - pens, nibs, brushes, inks and papers - while explaining how to care for them.

Sign up for this calligraphy course to uncover the elegance of fountain and dip pens and improve your penmanship. You’ll learn how to deal with ink-flow challenges and navigate the precision of guidelines with T-squares and drafting tape. Explore calligraphy’s trademark flourishes and the history behind them and learn how to identify and rectify mistakes swiftly.

Master calligraphy’s unique writing and gripping techniques to unleash your inner artist. ‘Basics of Calligraphy’ is the perfect starting point, whether you want to pursue a career in this ancient art or want to perfect your penmanship for pleasure.