If you are like me, seeing all of the gorgeous hand lettering out there makes me yearn to be able to do it myself. I look at all of the beautiful posts on Instagram so jealous that my handwriting doesn’t look that pretty. I was so excited about it that I did a little research to see what I could find for classes, even reaching out to some friends that are fantastic hand letterers in their own right, to get some recommendations. Once I did all of that background work, I found 5 sites that were great places to start, all with a range of costs, starting with free – which we all love!
Here are 5 great places to get started:
5 Best Hand Lettering Classes and Workshops
- SkillShare – What is great about SkillShare is that you can start here for free. There is a premium option, but if you want to dip your toe without having to invest anything more than time, then this is where I recommend you start.
- Janna Wilson – Janna is an unbelievable creative soul and she loves to inspire and educate. While the bulk of her classes are in person, she does offer a digital practice sheet/set for only $20.00. This is a great opportunity to practice, using a tool from a professional, for a minimal cost.
- The Pigeon Letters – Peggy Dean of The Pigeon Letters is probably one of my favorite Instagrammers to follow. Her work is stunning and her blog is unreal. She shares her projects, classes, downloads, freebies, and more – all with the focus being on successfully creating beautiful hand-lettered pieces.
- Amanda Arneill – Amanda is another fabulous letterer with an extensive blog and series of classes that will help you grow in your calligraphy and lettering skills.
- CreativeLive – CreativeLive provides some of the best video content out there for high-end creative classes. One of their current classes is on modern hand lettering, going beyond just calligraphy. If you are looking for a fantastic resource, CreativeLive is a great place to start.
Beyond just these websites, there is a never-ending slew of resources out there on the web and beyond. In case you are more of a book learner, here are a couple options you can access on that front.
- Hand Lettering 101: An Introduction to the Art of Creative Lettering
- Creative Lettering and Beyond: Inspiring tips, techniques, and ideas for hand lettering your way to beautiful works of art (Creative…and Beyond)
- Hand Lettering And Calligraphy Writing: 52 Alphabets To Practice
- Hand-Lettering for Everyone: A Creative Workbook
I hope that as you start your hand lettering journey this is helpful to you. Have fun and enjoy the process of learning and creating!
Did I miss something? Is there a book or website that has helped you on your creative journey? Let us know in the comments! We’d love to check it out and add it to our list.
As always, we love seeing what you’re working on! Be sure to share your hand lettering progress with us on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram!
