Calligraphy AlphabetsCopper Plate ScriptLearning about Calligraphy Alphabets is one of the first lessons any serious Calligrapher should get into. In order to appreciate and explore the beauty of the art it is essential to go through its various forms. In this article I will introduce you to one of the more celebrated forms of Calligraphy i.e. Copper Plate Script. In some of the subsequent article we will explore other scripts and their alphabets. They would include the likes of
Unique Copper Plate ScriptCopperplate script is very unique from most of the other Calligraphic writing. It’s not only the flow and styling of the letters but also the nib used for this style which differs from other styles.Copperplate style is also known as English Round Hand. This particular style uses a sharp pointed nib rather than the flat nibs used for most other calligraphic writings. Though Copperplate script got its due recognition in the 19th century, it had been in use since the early 16th century. Thus the roots of the Copperplate script are deep rooted. The beauty of this script is such that any good handwriting is usually called as “copperplate”. Usually in case of angled nibs used for writing, the thickness is the effect of the angle of the pen with that of the writing surface. However such is not the case with the pointed nib used for Copperplate script. In this case the thickness of the writing depends upon the pressure applied on the nib. Therefore a calligrapher has to get enough practice before he is capable of controlling the pressure applied on the nib. One more major difference between Copperplate script and other calligraphy alphabets is the angle at which the letters are written. Usually most of the other styles involve the letters being written at an angle of 10 degree whereas in the case of copperplate the angle is about 60 degrees. This style is characterized by its slant. The text appears to be even with one letter flowing to the other. The letters are usually ornate with generous swirls. Hope this article on Copperplate Calligraphy alphabets was helpful to you. Please check out the articles on other scripts and let me know what you feel.
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