10 Calligraphers We Are Totally Crushing On Instagram

In this lettering class, Lauren Essl, founder of Fort Worth, TX-based calligraphy and design studio Blue Eye Brown Eye, takes you from amateur to pro calligrapher in under an hour. She’ll teach you the basics of numbers and letters (upper and lowercase) while you create six hand-lettered cards made with the pointed pen.

Friendly tip: Fully prep for the course (hey, it’s just like the first day of school!) by also picking up your class supplies:

Not only will you learn how to get your fancy writing on, but you’ll also leave the course with calligraphy alphabet templates, grids, and practice sheets. #studentperks

Ready to learn calligraphy? Enroll in our beginner-friendly calligraphy class today.

Before you go, get some inspiration to prep for all the calligraphy projects you’re gonna want to complete after you pass the class (no worries, there’s not actually a grading system) by following 10 calligraphers that we’re totally crushing on Instagram.

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growing up i was never a "pink girl." wasn't obsessed, don't remember loving it. but man, the older i get, the more and more i love it. this 32 year old is most def a "pink girl" now. anyone else that way?? (this photo with the prettiest pink ink is from a shoot with @ivoryandvineeventco earlier this year. photo by @jennymccann). 💕 #dailydoseofpaper #pointedpenparade

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1. Lauren Essl: Our amazing calligraphy class teacher truly is a pro. Lauren started practicing calligraphy while prepping for her wedding. She wanted to make to her own invitations, save the dates, name cards, and more! She loved it so much that she started a successful calligraphy business doing just that!

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Signage and escort cards and place cards, oh my! (Check a couple of posts back for a video of me lettering on these beauties for @chereeberrypaper - with a nib!) . . . #calligraphy #wood #signage #placecards #escortcards #lettering #letteringonwood

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2. Anne Robin: The renaissance women of calligraphy, Anne works on all kinds of projects, from weddings and corporate events to lettering for children’s books and television commercials. She learned calligraphy at the age of nice, so let’s just say she’s pretty good at it.

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HAPPY LEFTHANDER'S Day!!!!!!🙌🏻🎉✍🏻💗 Hooray for overcoming the lefty smudge and picking up that pen even when it seems impossible! 🎉 I have to admit, in the beginning it was super frustrating to attempt calligraphy, but after learning the tricks and lots of practice... I learned that being a lefty can be a strength rather than a weakness!!!!💗 Where are my fellow Lefties?! Happy day to you! PS... if you are a lefty and still trying to figure out how to overcome lefty problems, my class Lettering for Lefties launched last week with @britandco ! Check out the link in my profile to learn about the class and get started!!!! Oh and swipe to the left to see the video behind this post!💗 ✍🏻: lettered on a @rhodiapads dot pad with @tombowusa Dual Brush Pens and Tombow Fudenosuke Soft Tip Brush Pen #renmadecalligraphy #renmadeleftyvideos #nationallefthandersday #lefthandersday #theletterlovelies #bcclasses

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3. Lauren Fitzmaurice: Lefties can do calligraphy, too! Fellow lefty letterer Lauren has created all kinds of tutorials for left-handed lettering lovers. She’s even helped solve common lefty problems in our Lettering for Lefties online class.

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Reminiscing when we dreamt up this suite with @ebbandflowevents for her stunning wedding featured on @martha_weddings with @rebeccayale at the @villacimbrone 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 all the beautiful, textural details from gold foil on handmade paper, a hand-drawn map of Italy, the wedding quote handwritten on vellum, tied up with beautiful and moody @froufrouchic ribbon, vintage stamps... was a perfect balance of modern and organic and romantic styles ;) planning by @honeyandcinnamonwed #featured #custominvites #destinationweddings #moderncalligraphy #grayweddings #goldweddings #goldfoil #handmade #handmadepaper #italy #italyweddings #takemewithyou #martha #italymap #handmade

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4. Karla Lim: The designer behind Written Word Calligraphy, Karla really knows how to get guests jazzed up about a wedding ceremony with her elegant handwritten invitations. This one is headed for the best wedding invite ever, hands down.

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Happy Monday, friends! Don't be afraid to get creative with your calligraphy as some clients are seeking a unique look ✨🖋 Tip! Keep in mind that couples are still using vintage stamp combos that can drop fairly low on the envelope. If your script is creeping a bit higher on the envelope it's a good idea to clarify with your couple if they are using more than one stamp. . Gold ink via our LHC shop | Pen holder @tomsstudio

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5. Lauren Hooker Calligraphy: Are you looking to get full-coverage of all things calligraphy? Then Lauren is your gal. She’s a calligraphy, educator, and author of all things hand-lettering.

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Dear Friday, we love you a latte 😘 Shoppcbhome.com

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6. Alyssa Thiel: Does calligraphy still feel a little intimidating? Ease into it by trying your hand at Alyssa’s Fauxligraphy: Pen Calligraphy online class. Learn how to get that calligraphy look by using just a Sharpie. No calligraphy pens or ink needed!

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(Swipe 👉🏻) 🔹 Thank you for making The Calligrapher's Business Handbook an Amazon bestseller in the Business of Art category its very first week! More importantly, thank you for all the feedback from those of you who say it has already helped. Stay in touch! ______ Print and ebook editions available worldwide. 🔗 Link in profile. ______ #moderncalligraphy #calligraphy #calligraphybook #imacalligrafile #calligrafile #handlettering #lettering #learncalligraphy #calligraphypractice #modernleettering #businessofart #kindle #amazon

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7. Molly Suber Thorpe: Looking to sell your calligraphy pieces? Perfect! Molly is a great gal to follow if you want to learn how to digitize your calligraphy and turn it into a full-time business.

8. Dawn Nicole: A Senior Tombow Ambassador, Dawn has all the insider details about new Tombow products. She also doubles in all kinds of lettering styles, including bounce lettering and the newly popular iPad lettering.

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Gin and Tonics are a quintessential feminine drink. While a G&T isn't my go-to (unless it's topped with lots of lime juice!), I know that many of my girl friends love it! Plus, the ingredients are just too darn cute to paint, and this illustration may be my fav of the 2017 cocktail calendar. . The recipe for a classic G&T is on my blog tonight. Grab the ingredients on your way home from work tomorrow to prepare a refreshing drink for the hot weather this weekend! . Love this illustration as much as I do? It's now available as both an 8x10 and 11x14 art print in my Lifestyle Shop via the link in my profile! . And - I have to raise a glass to toast the first birthday of @scstockshop moving into their beautiful slice of the internet! Rumor has it that they're doing an amazing giveaway and you could win up to $1000 to shop their gorg photos! Head to their profile to celebrate with them and enter the fun giveaway 💕 #simplyjessicamarie #sjmshop #sjmcocktails

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9. Jessica Peddicord: Love watercolor and calligraphy? Perf! Jessica is known for combining the two to make oh-so-pretty illustrations. She even has an online class that teaches brush calligraphy, so you, too, can start creating watercolor lettered designs.

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In case you missed it in my stories: my #ipadlettering class is up for pre-registration over at @britandco !! 🙀Sign up early for a chance to win some cool stuff (including my @procreateapp brush pack!) 👉🏻 goo.gl/5KVSqv ___ #ipadpro #lettering #calligraphy #moderncalligraphy #type #digitalart #art #learning

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10. Molly Jacques: Ready to try to take your calligraphy digital? Molly is your gal! She’s teaching an Intro to iPad Lettering class that will teach you how to draw on the robust Procreate app.

If you want to learn how to make your own stunning calligraphy pieces, start by taking our Calligraphy 101 online class. Interested in learning something else? Check out the other lettering classes we offer.

What calligrapher is your favorite? Talk to us in the comments below.