Lettering with the Speedball B Nib

calligraphy classes jane Sep 12, 2022

Homework Hashtag: #kcaspeedball

You've been introduced to the square Speedball A nib with Hill House Script, but now it's time to explore the Speedball B nib. Its tip has a round appearance as opposed to a square shape. In this class, you will learn how to make your own variations and make a unique A-Z pattern!

Topics Covered:

All about the speedball nibs
Warm-up Exercises
Variations to the letters
Making an A-Z pattern

Want to join us for class? It's offered on-demand and available now for all Tier 2 students. Some classes are also available to Tier 1 students. Click here to see the Tier 1 Class Listing.

How to Access Your Members-Only Class:

Go to www.kallicampacademy.com
Log in to your account
Click on Classroom
Click on Tier 2 -- Class Archive
Click on Different Calligraphy Scripts

Enroll

Materials Needed:

B nib (half size is closer in size to the A-1 we've used before)
straight pen holder
ink of your choice
printed warm-up sheets
printed grid sheets

Homework Challenge:

Want to see our student's homework? Search the hashtag #kcaspeedball on Instagram. Be sure to check out #kallicampacademy for hundreds of posts from our student portfolio.

Instructor: Jane Matsumoto

Website: www.ginkgoarts.com

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