In choosing this goal, I actually thought it was going to be really easy to do. Turns out, not so much. Calligraphy isn't like typing, where once you learn to do it, you know how to do it and that's it. You actually have to learn different styles of font, how to make different strokes, how to use different pens/inks and how to have patience. I wanted to start learning how to do this because I've always been artsy and I've always had great penmanship. I practiced using a book and lined paper and eventually got brave enough to go ahead and put my learned skills to the test on my wedding invitations. Here is a sample of my beginner's calligraphy:
While I was happy with the way they turned out, I also realize that this skill will continue to be developed. Therefore, the goal of "learn calligraphy" is inevitably an ongoing pursuit. I will count this as being completed for the purpose of this list, knowing that I will need to refine my skills and keep practicing until I've perfected the techniques. Eventually I would like to use it in some art work and am looking forward to when I can do that!
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