Introduction to Flourishing for English Calligraphy
A course by Paola Gallegos , Calligraphy and Lettering Expert
Learn to enrich your English calligraphy using fine-tip brush pens and transform words into authentic works of art
Do you also believe that the way a text is presented is just as important as the words themselves? Paola Gallegos, also known as Calligraphilic, teaches you to turn an everyday phrase into something truly memorable with just a flick of the wrist.
In this online course, learn to add embellishments to English calligraphy using fine-tip brush pens. With Paola's help, combine technique, precision, and pen strokes to turn a blank page into a dance floor and see where the movement takes you!
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 30 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (94)
- 2,769 students
- 16 lessons (2h 38m)
- 30 additional resources (14 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create the calligraphy for a birthday card or envelope complete with embellishments.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone with a passion for lettering or calligraphy who wants to add a touch of elegance to their writing using flourishes.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, all you need is fine-tip brush pens, blank paper, a pencil and eraser, and a few other materials that your teacher specifies during the course.
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Paola Gallegos
A course by Paola Gallegos
Paola Gallegos, also known as Calligraphilic, has a degree in tourism and is wildly passionate about anything to do with letters. She currently works as a calligrapher and lettering artist, and has been slowly gravitating towards italics since she can remember. During her studies she decided to specialize in English calligraphy, also known as Copperplate. It was then that she discovered and fell in love with flourishes.
As a content creator, her aim is to help hand-traced art maintain its value in the digital era. She also shares her knowledge with new generations through modern teaching methods without losing sight of the rules and regulations of traditional calligraphy. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with brands such as Claro, Cyzone Community, Staedtler, Artline, and Faber Castell.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The Materials
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What Is a Mini Brush Pen and How Does It Work?
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The Papers
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Calligraphic Grids
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U3
Flourishes: Introduction
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What Are Flourishes and Where to Add Them?
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Fundamental Principles of Flourishes
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Basic Relaxation and Warm-up Exercises
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U4
Flourishes: Lowercase and Uppercase
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Types of Lowercase Flourishes
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Lowercase: Entry and Exit Strokes
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Lowercase: Ascenders and Descenders
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Uppercase: Entry Strokes
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Uppercase: Exit Strokes
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U5
Creation of Flourishes
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Sketch and Preparation
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The Ornaments
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Blending with Brush Pens
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Flourishing for English Calligraphy
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FAQs
You’ll learn copperplate calligraphy techniques, how to compose complex flourishes, use brush pens and mini brush pens, combine styles, and create ornamental compositions on various surfaces.
This course is aimed at those with basic calligraphy knowledge—perfect for intermediate learners looking to refine their skills and explore ornamental calligraphy and flourishes.
You’ll need brush pens, mini brush pens, an oblique nib holder, special calligraphy paper (like Canson XL Marker or watercolor paper), pencils, and transparent calligraphy guides.
Brush pens offer flexibility and ease for quick strokes, while nib pens provide greater detail and control for intricate flourishes. Each tool brings its own style and feel.
Yes, you’ll learn how to design flourishes on both lowercase and uppercase letters, planning their integration to create harmonious and readable compositions.
Yes, the course includes techniques and tips for applying calligraphy on non-traditional surfaces like textiles, glass, or translucent paper.
The course focuses on copperplate, English roundhand, old cursive styles, and blends modern lettering styles with ornamental flourishes.
Buen curso de introduccion, cabe mencionar que se necesita saber la caligrafia base.
Excellent course! Very qualitative and didactic. The teacher is truly passionate and knows how to pass on the technical aspects as well as the artistic side. A lot of helpful and concrete guidance in a short curse. Loved it!
Excelente curso, muy completo y bien explicado por la profesora, tiene una buena didáctica.
La verdad no me esperaba encontrar algo de este nivel, esta genial.
Recién comienzo y siento que es una gran gran profesora!