Beginner (Foundation Hand) Videos

  • Get to know your supplies

    In this welcome video Hermineh invites you into her studio and walks you through the supplies you will need for class.

  • Setting up your lap board

    Enjoy this video as Hermineh introduces you to the lap board. Learn how to set it up and the proper way to use it when practicing your calligraphy.

  • Basic Pen Strokes

    Hermineh walks you through some very basic pen strokes in this video. This is a wonderful place to experiment and learn calligraphy.

Videos to Advance Your Learning

  • Sharpening a Nib

    In an excerpt from a recent class, Hermineh walks you through sharpening a nib in preparation for lettering.

  • Crafting a Caged Nib

    Hermineh presents her method for crafting a caged for your nib. This is a cost-saving alternative to ordering nibs with cages.

  • Basic Italic Pen Strokes

    Here is a review of the basic pen strokes for Italic lettering, ie The Mother Letters. Hermineh presents these in a thoughtful way to help you establish a foundation for the hand in the Cantaneo style.