What’s a Good Calligraphy Pen for a Beginner?
If you have never tried calligraphy before, but interested in giving it a try, what is the best pen to start with? What would be a good starter pen for a not-too-confident beginner? And where would I be able to find it?
If you are just going to just dabble with calligraphy to start with then you should get a cheap set with removable nibs. Make sure the set you get includes a nib that's wide. Make sure you always clean the nibs after use, otherwise the ink can harden and make the nib difficult to use the next time.
The best place to find a cheap set is your local stationery store. They should have a selection of pens there for you to choose from. You should be able to pick up a pen with a few nibs and even a guide on calligraphy for not too much, $15-$20.
If it's something you then discover you enjoy, you may well be willing to make more of an investment, but for now I'd keep the first set under or around $30. You can always improve the pen quality later once you become better. Calligraphy can take a while to master, but once you do it will bring hours of enjoyment. You will also find friends and family will be asking for you to write special cards etc. for them.
