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Welcome to the 2nd edition of Calligraphy For Dummies. You can use this book as your guide to mastering the art of calligraphy. Whether you’re completely new to calligraphy or have some prior experience, this book can help you grasp the basics and explore the endless possibilities that calligraphy offers. Starting with a beginner’s alphabet, EZScript, I guide you through the fundamentals of calligraphy with step-by-step instructions and practical tips. You’ll learn different styles, master essential techniques, and gain the skills to create beautiful, professional-quality calligraphy. Many believe calligraphy requires innate talent, but I’ve seen determination triumph time and again. One of my students, despite a severe nervous disorder, steadied his pen with both hands and achieved professional-level work. Success in calligraphy isn’t about talent — it’s about persistence. If you can write, you can do calligraphy. This book provides the knowledge and inspiration to help you succeed with calligraphy, whether as a relaxing hobby, a serious pursuit, or even a source of income. This book is both a guide and a workbook, combining two courses in one: Calligraphy I and II. Calligraphy I introduces calligraphy — tools, basic methods, and a beginner’s alphabet. Then you’ll meet seven traditional alphabets to build your lettering skills. Calligraphy II offers creative projects, from designing a unique signature to crafting elegant wedding calligraphy. But calligraphy isn’t learned by reading — you have to practice. This book is filled with illustrations, examples, and exercises to guide you step by step. You set your own pace, progressing as quickly or slowly as you like. Practice by studying, tracing, and copying the letters provided — almost as if I were right there helping you. Don’t write in this book! Photocopy the practice pages so that you can use them again and again. With time and effort, you’ll see your progress unfold before your eyes.