how to write write calligraphy
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With Hand, Pen
The tip, or nib, of the pen should point diagonally away from you, to the left, as you write. Don't twist the nib as you write. The tip of writing tool used to do calligraphy is called a nib. Regardless of the letters you are forming, the orientation of the nib should remain consistent.
The round nib is more commonly used. Whether it be ballpoint pens, fineliners, pencils or felt-tip pens, writing implements generally have a round tip and come in all manner of different stroke widths.
#funfacts#
Smooth flowing lines with swooping curves- it’s a wonder how simple writing can become the art of calligraphy when it’s mixed with creativity and is done skillfully. Calligraphy is considered a major art form in Eastern Asia and the Middle East. Let’s take a look at some interesting facts on the art of writing:
1. The English word “Calligraphy” is derived from the Greek words Kallos (which means Beauty) and Graphein (which means To Write).
2. In the Middle East and East Asia, Calligraphy is highly regarded as a form of art, even superior to any other art form such as painting and sculpture. In China, it was during the Jin and Tang Dynasties when calligraphy reached its height.
3. In Western Culture, with the proliferation of literacy and usage of alphabets derived from Greek and Latin, calligraphy became a popular art form. However, it was only in the 15th century when printing was introduced in Europe that a clear distinction was drawn between simple handwriting and other elaborate forms of writing.
4. It was only at the end of the 16th century that new words that meant “calligraphy” were introduced in European languages. The word “Calligraphy” was introduced in the English language in 1613.
5. In the 19th century, printing and handwriting started to influence each other. For instance, advertising began to incorporate calligraphy as the calligraphers designed typefaces that were used for printing.
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