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Comment on Modern Calligraphy for Beginners – Basic Strokes & Free Practice Sheets by Richard Wideman

Richard Wideman — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:09:55 +0000

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Comment on Modern Calligraphy for Beginners – Basic Strokes & Free Practice Sheets by Joy

Joy — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:22:00 +0000

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Comment on Forgotten Letters of the English Alphabet: Exploring the Lost Characters by Richard Wideman

Richard Wideman — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:21:25 +0000

In reply to John Foley. Thanks for the excellent input John!

Comment on Forgotten Letters of the English Alphabet: Exploring the Lost Characters by John Foley

John Foley — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 22:20:21 +0000

In reply to John Leyzorek. The German letter that looks like an upper-case B is referred to as an 'ess-zed'. It has been replaced among some German speakers by ss, especially in Switzerland. As the German name of the letter indicates, it was originally a combination of sz, not ss. Some older printed texts actually used sz, but this practise has fallen out of favour since World War II. Recent attempts by German authorities to retire the letter altogether generated considerable push-back, and may ultimately fail.

Comment on How to Learn Calligraphy: The Complete Beginner’s Guide by harshit

harshit — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 07:18:30 +0000

Really enjoyed this Beginner’s Guide to Calligraphy — the breakdown of different styles and the practical tips are super helpful for anyone starting out. Definitely worth checking out!

Comment on Learn Calligraphy Roadmap – Styles, Tools and Their Difficulties by Richard Wideman

Richard Wideman — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:25:06 +0000

In reply to Alan Walker.

Without knowing the brand and model, it is really hard for me to deduce what you should be using. (if you could reply and clarify that would be great). However, I will do my best to answer anyways. If you are using pointed pen nibs, you can use any nib for any Pointed Pen Style (BLUE above). The only difference is the flexibility (which determines difficulty of use and letter size), and size of ink reservoir (how long to write).

If you are using a broad edge nib (RED above) you can use all styles, but the size of your strokes will be bigger or smaller depending on the nib length.

Hope this helps, or you can reply and let me know what nibs you have. email richard@calligrascape.com with nib pictures and I can help you out too.

Thanks,
Richard

Comment on Learn Calligraphy Roadmap – Styles, Tools and Their Difficulties by Alan Walker

Alan Walker — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:52:34 +0000

Hello,
I have purchased a calligraphy pen and ink off a well known site. There is a feathered pen with a nib already fitted and 5 other nibs numbered 1 to 5.
I have received a number of emails from yourself which I enjoy but there is nothing regarding which size nib to use for which style.
(Or I have not seen it)
Could you help me please regarding which nib, which style, or is there a better way to chose which nib for which style.
Thanks
Alan

Comment on 31 Days of Prompts by Beatrice

Beatrice — Sat, 13 Sep 2025 19:44:30 +0000

Thanks so much

Comment on 31 Days of Prompts by Richard Wideman

Richard Wideman — Sat, 13 Sep 2025 19:20:48 +0000

In reply to Beatrice. Proud of you Beatrice! It is not easy. You are very welcome.

Comment on 31 Days of Prompts by Beatrice

Beatrice — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 23:02:49 +0000

I’m Impressed with myself for taking up a new skill. Thanks Richard for creating an opportunity