Speedball - Modern Calligraphy Kit

Modern Calligraphy Kit

Master pointed pen and broad edge techniques with 21 professional tools

A comprehensive kit eliminates the confusion of assembling calligraphy supplies piecemeal. This 21-piece collection includes both pointed pen nibs for Copperplate and Spencerian scripts plus broad-edge nibs for foundational hands like Gothic and Italic, letting you explore different calligraphic traditions without purchasing separate systems. The metallic black 2-in-1 penholder switches between straight and oblique configurations, adapting to your script choice rather than forcing you to buy multiple holders.

Four ink options expand your palette beyond standard black. Super Black India Ink provides dense opacity for traditional work, while three metallic acrylics, rose gold, white, and black, handle decorative flourishing and modern applications. An eyedropper gives you precise control when filling nibs, preventing the over-inking that causes blotting in detailed letterforms.

The included Speedball Textbook delivers 120 pages of actual instruction rather than inspirational fluff: stroke fundamentals, historical scripts, troubleshooting common problems. Twelve nibs span the range from fine pointed work through broad Roman capitals, with duplicates of the workhorse #101 nib since beginners inevitably damage their first few. A Viarco 2B pencil handles layout and guidelines. Everything stores in a sturdy presentation box that keeps nibs organized and protected between practice sessions.

Drawing and Illustration

Drawing and Illustration Purchase Guide

Drawing and Illustration Materials

Calligraphy Inks - Specialized inks for calligraphy and pen work. Includes traditional sumi ink, colored calligraphy inks, and metallic formulations for decorative writing.

Markers - Professional markers including alcohol-based, water-based, and pigment markers. Perfect for illustration, design work, and mixed media projects.

Pastels - Soft pastels, oil pastels, and pastel pencils for vibrant color work. Excellent for blending and creating rich, textured drawings.

Pencils - Graphite pencils in various hardness grades, colored pencils, and specialty drawing pencils for different techniques and surfaces.

Pens - Technical pens, fountain pens, and specialty drawing pens for precise line work and detailed illustrations.

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