K–6Creative Studio
Calligraphy
Beautiful lettering
Raya
LarsBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 25–45 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Ash · Iron
- Materials needed
- Beginner Calligraphy Dip Nib Set (with holder)
- Higgins Eternal or Speedball Black Calligraphy Ink
- Rhodia or Clairefontaine Smooth Practice Paper Pad
Why this skill rocks
You can make awesome fancy letters for cards or secret messages! It's like drawing with words to create beautiful things.
2034Where this could take you
When you're a teen in 2034, you could design special fancy signs for the Olympic Village or create stunning art that everyone wants to see at the games.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Beginner Calligraphy Dip Nib Set (with holder)
RequiredA starter set with a nib holder and several pointed nibs — typically including a Nikko G or Zebra G — is all you need to begin. Avoid brush-pen sets for this quest; pointed-pen technique is the foundation being taught here.
Higgins Eternal or Speedball Black Calligraphy Ink
RequiredNon-waterproof black ink flows smoothly through a pointed nib without clogging. Higgins Eternal and Speedball Super Black are both reliable beginner choices widely available online and at Utah art stores.
Rhodia or Clairefontaine Smooth Practice Paper Pad
Smooth, ink-friendly paper prevents your nib from catching and snagging. Rhodia and Clairefontaine pads are the community standard — far better than regular copy paper for learning consistent pressure control.