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What can you tell me about handwriting

post #1 of 7
12/9/09 at 5:25am
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I want to improve mine. Can someone break it down for me? What study systems are there and what books are popular. I want to realistically learn a neat looking but efficient writing style, and maybe if I have time practice the Spencerian fancy font.
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post #2 of 7
12/9/09 at 6:28am
Start writing with a fountain pen.

For Spencerian, you'll need a dip pen with a special nib. Years ago before the internet I looked into this. I learned copperplate but never followed up with Spencerian.

http://www.spencerian.com/
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post #3 of 7
12/9/09 at 8:40am
A few tips I've heard in the past:

Don't press too hard.
Be conscious of the letters/words you are writing.
Move your whole arm across the page as you write (not just the wrist), you'll be more fluid that way. Invest in a fountain pen; it'll help you stay focussed on what you are writing.
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post #4 of 7
12/9/09 at 9:02am
use handwriting when you use a computer. some people thought my handwritings are those of a doc writing prescriptions ..

http://www.ipen4you.com/
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post #5 of 7
12/9/09 at 9:31am
Here are some online manuals.

http://www.iampeth.com/books.php

We used Palmer in Boston, but I know other places had different preferences.

http://www.iampeth.com/ADOBE_PDFs/Pa...p%20Budget.pdf
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post #6 of 7
12/9/09 at 2:33pm
ummm, slow down and take your time?
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post #7 of 7
12/9/09 at 2:36pm
affect a scrawl.

I have a pen btw.

and I write, apparently.
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