{"id":62129,"date":"2022-07-03T16:19:37","date_gmt":"2022-07-03T16:19:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artspainter.com\/?p=62129"},"modified":"2022-07-03T16:19:37","modified_gmt":"2022-07-03T16:19:37","slug":"how-to-use-the-right-paper-for-the-perfect-calligraphy-calligraphy-paper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artspainter.com\/blog\/how-to-use-the-right-paper-for-the-perfect-calligraphy-calligraphy-paper\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use the Right Paper for the Perfect Calligraphy | calligraphy paper"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IbT8oxFzO1k?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe>How to use the right paper for the perfect calligraphy. &#8230; Calligraphy is a beautiful art form and people are always looking for new kinds of paper to use. There are a lot of ways to use different types of paper and you can use them in combination as well. Here I will be exploring some of the different types of paper and how to use them.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Calligraphy Paper<\/p>\n<p>If you are a beginner in writing calligraphy, you might have asked yourself these questions: &#8220;What kind of paper is the best?&#8221; or &#8220;How can I use the right paper for my calligraphy art?&#8221; These are great question to ask. First, it&#8217;s important to know that there are actually many kinds of papers which you could use for calligraphy. However, not all papers are created equal and some are better than others for this art form.<\/p>\n<p>Towards the end of this post, we will talk about what makes a good paper for your calligraphy art. But before we go into details, let&#8217;s first discuss about how paper is measured.<\/p>\n<p>The term &#8220;paper&#8221; comes from the old French word &#8220;papier&#8221; which means &#8220;to make from papyrus.&#8221; In modern terms, however, there are two main ways in which people measure paper: by weight and by gsm (grams per square meter). The weight of a paper is usually measured in pounds or grams. The gsm rating on the other hand, tells us the thickness of the paper.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that just because a certain type of paper has a high gsm rating doesn<\/p>\n<p>This is a guest post by Chris Palmer, an illustrator living in Oakland, California.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;ve been practicing calligraphy for about three years now. In that time I&#8217;ve learned quite a bit about which papers work best for different kinds of projects. To help other people who are just getting started with calligraphy, or have been doing it for a while and would like to improve their technique with some new paper, I&#8217;m going to describe the different papers I use and how they differ.<\/p>\n<p>I didn&#8217;t start out using high quality papers. When I first started out I was using copy paper and printer paper without any problems. It wasn&#8217;t until I started working on big commissions that it became apparent that better paper makes a difference when you want your work to look professional.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to what it is made of, paper also comes in different weights. The weight of the paper will affect your ability to control the pen. If you use a lighter weight paper, such as an index card, you will need to press harder to get the same amount of ink on the page. This can cause the pen to skip or even stop working all together.<\/p>\n<p>What is correct paper weight? There are varying opinions on this matter, but most calligraphers agree that 20 lb (letter) bond paper is ideal for everyday practice and even some formal writing. When you are ready to take your calligraphy skills up a notch or two, try using 28-36 lb (letter) bond paper.<\/p>\n<p>In general, if you are using an oblique nib and fountain pen to write calligraphy, use a heavier weight paper because these tools require more pressure. If you are using a pointed nib and ink with a little water in it, try using a lighter weight paper so that your pen does not drag down too much and make your writing look messy.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we are going to cover all you need to know about the different types of calligraphy paper and which one you should use depending on your project.<\/p>\n<p>Paper is an essential part of calligraphy. Calligraphy is sometimes referred to as the &#8220;art of beautiful writing&#8221;, so it is obvious that you will need good paper for your project.<\/p>\n<p>One thing to remember when choosing the type of paper for a project is that there are many different kinds of calligraphy and each type of calligraphy requires different kinds of paper.<\/p>\n<p>There are two main types of calligraphy: Western and Eastern. The difference between the two is that Western calligraphy uses a pointed pen and Eastern uses a brush. Each one has its own set of requirements, so you must choose the right kind of paper based on what you are doing.<\/p>\n<p>The materials used in making paper include fibers, pulp, water, and often chemicals like sizing agents or bleaching compounds. You can find recycled papers available as well as acid free papers (which helps preserve the quality of your work). All these factors will affect how your final product will look.<\/p>\n<p>There are four important things to consider when deciding what type of paper to use for your project: weight, texture,<\/p>\n<p>With the exception of the most expensive and exclusive paper, every kind of paper will produce equally legible work.<\/p>\n<p>The Canson Montval is perfectly acceptable, as is the Strathmore Writing Pad and the Hammermill Laser Print Premium bond. The best are all-rag papers like Stonehenge or Arches; any of these will do fine.<\/p>\n<p>The key is to use a pen with a broad nib and to practice good penmanship.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s no need to pay extra for fancy paper when you&#8217;re just starting out. Save your money until you have some experience writing calligraphy scripts, then invest in good quality paper and inks.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>One of the most obvious differences between the two materials is that watercolor paper is rough. The fibers are shorter, which makes it less smooth than a typical illustration board.<\/p>\n<p>Tear out a sheet of each and start rubbing your thumb over them. The illustration board will feel smoother to you. This is because illustration board has a layer of polymer added to keep the paper from warping when it gets wet. Watercolor paper is more absorbent, so the fibers are rougher on your fingers.<\/p>\n<p>The advantage of this roughness is that your brush has more surface area to grab onto. If you were using a paint brush to paint a watercolor on illustration board, you would have to apply more pressure for the paint to stick, whereas watercolor paper can be painted with less pressure and still pick up the paint well.<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VKH4sd-TdFg?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mfZTBikQOJw?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to use the right paper for the perfect calligraphy. &#8230; Calligraphy is a beautiful art form and people are always looking for new kinds of paper to use. There are a lot of ways to use different types of paper and you can use them in combination as well. 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