Choosing Your First Calligraphy Pen

If you’re interested in learning calligraphy but aren’t sure which pens to buy or how to begin, this video is a great place to start.

There are many different calligraphy styles (also known as hands), and each one requires a specific type of pen. Choosing the right tool is essential—but first, you need to understand what style you want to achieve.

In this video, I’ll walk you through some of the most popular calligraphy styles and explain which pens are best suited for each. By the end, you’ll have a clearer idea of how to choose the right tools to begin your calligraphy journey.

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Copperplate & Spencerian – 00:33
Italic – 01:08
Blackletter – 01:38
Pointed Pen – 01:55
Broad-Edge Pen – 03:55
Parallel Pen – 05:32
Brush Pen – 06:37