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What’s your favorite lettering style and why?
Posted by Shelby Abrahamsen (Foxsy) on November 26, 2025 at 11:38 amHi everyone! I’d love to know what lettering styles inspire you the most. Are you drawn to modern calligraphy, traditional scripts, or maybe bold brush lettering? Share your favorites and what makes them special to you! 🖋️
Shelby Abrahamsen (Foxsy) replied 5 months, 3 weeks ago 3 Members · 7 Replies -
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My favorite lettering is called Gothic or Blackletter. I love how it looks so fancy. It’s even better when the page starts with an illuminated letter. I would love to see some classes on making them either on paper or in Procreate!
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Oooh yes! It looks so magical, doesn’t it? I especially like those styles when there is just a bit of ink splatter.
I currently have my eye on these scrumptious pens that are perfect for the job!
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I tend towards print and script, but not brush lettering. I don’t love serifs (I love the look, but hate drawing the serifs!). I love sharp, harsh angles on letters but am enjoying adding flourishes to some letters. I did like the banner class to add something special!
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I felt the same way about serifs for a long time. I just didn’t want to get all caught up in those extra strokes! Eventually what helped me understand serifs and have fun with them was Italic, or Flat Nib calligraphy. I linked the class below!
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How To Do Flat Nib Calligraphy - A Beginners Guide - Foxsy
Course Level:Beginner Total Run Time:1 Hour, 49 Minutes Total Videos:1 The Art Of Flat Nib Calligraphy Explore the elegant art of flat nib calligraphy in this hands-on class designed for both beginners and those looking to refine their skills. Flat … Continue reading
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Oh nice! I have a set of calligraphy markers I can seem to get rid of!
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Sounds like you should have a date with those pens sometime soon!
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I’m glad you’re having fun with flourishes and banners, though! It’s so fun to expand your options and play around with those elements.
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