Analyzing and Providing Feedback on My Handwritten Lettering Skills

In the world of calligraphy, continuous improvement is key. One user, passionate about honing their skills, shares their journey and expert tips on how to elevate your calligraphy game using self-critique and specific supplies like Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pens, Tombow Dual Brush Pens, Rhodia Paper, and a beginner course.

Each week, the user posts a new lettering challenge on their Patreon, offering a fresh opportunity to practice and learn. This week's challenge words are "unnatural" and "magnitude," with "overcast" and "vibrantly" thrown in for good measure.

The user's self-critique approach is rooted in kindness and constructive focus. They view imperfections and mistakes as valuable opportunities for growth rather than failure, fostering continuous improvement without discouragement. When critiquing their work, they focus on specific elements such as consistency of strokes, letter spacing, slant, and flow.

One of the words that proved challenging was "optimistic." The user played around with different ways to connect the "f" to the "r," and wasn't a fan of either of the "t" crosses. They also felt that the "a" was too small compared to the rest. In the word "discomfort," the user brought some of the letters down too far, which messed with the x-height and threw the spacing off. They also think the "y" could've been bigger if there was more space.

Another word that required careful attention was "fragments." The user felt that it required many fixes. In the first attempt at "unnatural," the user added an extra letter. The "s" in "discomfort" came up way too high, and the "g" in "vibrantly" had a curve, while the "m" was super straight - those didn't pair well.

The user's favourite part of this week's challenge was the playfulness of "vibrantly." They also liked the subtle bounce and balance in "overcast." However, they weren't a fan of the "f" in "optimistic" or the dot on the "i" or the tail on the "t" in "magnitude."

To make the most of their practice, the user uses Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pens and Dual Brush Pens. The Fudenosuke Brush Pens are excellent for beginners due to their firm, flexible tips ideal for practicing pressure control to create thick downstrokes and thin upstrokes. The Dual Brush Pens offer a fine tip on one end and a brush tip on the other, allowing the user to experiment with different styles and blending techniques.

The user also swears by Rhodia paper, known for its smooth, high-quality surface that prevents ink bleed and feathering. This allows them to see clear, sharp lines and better evaluate their strokes during self-critique. The dotted or grid layout on Rhodia pads helps maintain consistent letter height and spacing, aiding in better form and structure.

Lastly, the user enrolled in a beginner calligraphy course to build strong fundamentals and guided feedback. A course often includes feedback mechanisms that can enhance self-critique by teaching what to look for and how to improve systematically. Combining course lessons with daily practice on quality supplies like Tombow pens and Rhodia paper maximizes skill acquisition.

By following these tips and staying dedicated to self-critique, the user's calligraphy continues to improve week by week. If you're looking to elevate your calligraphy, consider adopting this approach and investing in quality supplies like Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pens, Tombow Dual Brush Pens, Rhodia Paper, and a beginner course.

A beginner in calligraphy can utilize Tombow Fudenosuke Brush Pens for practicing pressure control, creating thick downstrokes and thin upstrokes.
The user's creative journey involves posting weekly lettering challenges on their Patreon, offering practice opportunities and learning opportunities for others.
The user employs a kind and constructive self-critique approach, viewing imperfections as opportunities for growth rather than failure.
The user's favorite part of their latest challenge was the playfulness of the word "vibrantly," while they weren't fond of the 'f' in "optimistic" or the dot on the 'i' in the same word.
To perfect smaller lettering, the user suggests using Tombow Dual Brush Pens, which offer a fine tip and a brush tip for experimenting with different styles and blending techniques.
The smooth and high-quality surface of Rhodia paper prevents ink bleed and feathering, allowing for clear, sharp lines and better stroke evaluation during self-critique.
In addition to quality supplies, enrolling in a beginner calligraphy course can provide guided feedback and strong foundational knowledge, enhancing self-critique and systematic improvement.
The user's recent challenge included the words "unnatural," "magnitude," "overcast," and "vibrantly," with "optimistic" and "discomfort" being particularly challenging.
The user encourages a community of learners to adopt this approach and invest in quality supplies like Tombow pens and Rhodia paper to maximize skill acquisition and continuous improvement in calligraphy.
The user also recommends maintaining consistent letter height and spacing using a dotted or grid layout on Rhodia pads, aiding in better form and structure.
This user's passion for calligraphy doesn't limit their interests; they are also enthusiastic about lifestyle, fashion and beauty, food and drink, home and garden, relationships, pets, travel, cars, education, and personal growth, as indicated by their Patreon's diverse content offerings, including shopping recommendations and more.