Learning Copperplate
Here are links to handouts and two videos that explain how to write all the lower case letters in the Copperplate lettering style.
HANDOUTS:
Please print handouts at 100% scale:
Be sure to use high quality paper for the guidelines and tracing sheets. Regular copy paper will bleed and the paper fibers will tear and get caught in your nib.
LINK TO HANDOUTS
LETTERING SUPPLIES:
- Nikko G pointed nib qty 2
- oblique nib holder (right-handed and left-handed)
- straight nib holder (left-handed)
- ink 1 oz is plenty to get started
- glass jar to mix your walnut ink crystals
- pipette to transfer the ink, qty 2
- dinky dip to hold ink in small container, Square
- pad of practice paper (place guidelines underneath and they will show through)
- handouts (see above)
- slant board with padded surface, non-slip pad and prop for board
LINKS TO VIDEOS
password for both: Copperplatew1thDebby)
Demonstrating all the Copperplate lower case letters (40 minutes)
ANOTHER GOOD QUALITY PRACTICE PAPER that you can run through a copy machine and print the guidelines right on the paper. This 25% cotton resume paper is available at Staples. It also comes in packs of 100. Main characteristics to look for are a Smooth or Wove finish: https://www.staples.com/SOUTHWORTH-25-Cotton-Business-Paper-8-1-2-x-11-24-lb-Wove-Finish-Ivory-500-Box/product_581500
