Some Seriously Impressive Blackletter (Guest Tutorial!)


Have you ever been curious about Blackletter calligraphy?

Blackletter (AKA “Old English” or “Gothic” calligraphy) is a bold, dramatic script that's captivated hearts for centuries.

But we're not experts in the script.

Thankfully, we know the incredible Tamer from Blackletter Foundry, who is a talented Blackletter expert.

Tamer shared his wealth of knowledge (and pictures of his SERIOUSLY intricate compositions) on the Loveleigh Loops blog.

Click to learn:

  • What Blackletter calligraphy is
  • The common Blackletter styles
  • Understanding the basic strokes
  • Plus, get free printable practice sheets!

Blackletter Calligraphy 101: Tutorial + Free Worksheets

We hope that you enjoy this guide as much as we did! A huge thanks from the Loveleigh Loops community to Tamer.

-Jordan and Jillian

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