Even if your handwriting is untidy and hard to read, you can learn the art of calligraphy. Don’t let your usual scrawl put you off. Calligraphy is cheap to get into, and could possibly earn, or save you money. It’s also hugely satisfying.
To begin learning calligraphy, you only need four items; a pen holder, nibs, ink and paper. A little online research will guide you towards the right buying decisions.
The Need For Calligraphy
Although emails are a common form of contact in the modern era, there is always demand for handwritten certificates, invitations, place cards, menus, signs, etc.
You can create art for your own pleasure or for others. Calligraphy courses are available online, in classrooms, or through the post (correspondence courses).
There are many ways that learning calligraphy may help you. Here are just a few…
Therapeutic
Working through calligraphy exercises is a relaxing thing to do. It will distract you from the daily routine, and help your mental wellbeing. If you want, you can make practice more fun by playing your favorite music in the background while you work.
Enhance your Business
Small craft companies can also profit from calligraphy, whether it’s used for labelling, business cards or a logo. Artistic lettering that has been hand-produced says a lot about how much your business cares.
A Challenge
If you’re used to scribbling down notes or hastily composing letters, calligraphy will make you think about writing and lettering in a new way. Although your efforts will probably lack polish at the outset, you’ll enjoy the challenge of creating elegant art.
Improve Your Handwriting
You don’t need to write neatly to take up calligraphy, but some of the skills you learn may filter through to your handwriting. The art of communication may inspire you to write more letters and use “snail mail” again. Perhaps you’ll impress friends and family with beautifully written greetings cards.
