Basics

The Different Styles of Calligraphy

Copperplate

Copperplate is a style of calligraphy that is characterized by its fine lines and elegant curves. It is often used for formal documents and invitations.

Italic 

Italic is a style of calligraphy that is characterized by its slanted letters. It is often used for everyday writing and journaling.

Blackletter

Blackletter is a style of calligraphy that is characterized by its thick, heavy lines. It is often used for religious texts and historical documents.

Uncial

Uncial is a style of calligraphy that is characterized by its rounded letters. It is often used for manuscripts and books.

Rustic

Rustic is a style of calligraphy that is characterized by its rough, uneven letters. It is often used for informal documents and letters.

Modern

Modern is a style of calligraphy that is characterized by its clean, simple lines. It is often used for advertising and marketing materials.

Brush

Brush calligraphy is characterized by its fluid strokes and dynamic shapes. It is often used for Chinese and Japanese calligraphy.

Faux

Faux calligraphy is a style of calligraphy that is created using a brush pen or marker. It is often used for greeting cards and other decorative items.

Graffiti

Graffiti (sometimes referred to as Calligraffiti) is characterized by its bold, stylized letters. It is often used for street art and other forms of public expression.
These are just a few of the many different styles of calligraphy that exist. With a little practice, you can learn to create beautiful calligraphy in any style that you choose.