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Brush Lettering

Brush pens are the most approachable way into modern lettering, and a watercolor brush opens up color. Here you'll learn the basic strokes that every brush letter is built from, the thin-up thick-down pressure rhythm at the heart of the style, when to reach for a small versus large brush pen, how to blend colors and fake an ombré, the playful bounce that gives modern lettering its energy, and the drills that smooth out a shaky hand.

Brush Lettering

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Brush Lettering

How to Blend Colors With Brush Pens (Ombré Lettering)

Learn brush pen blending step by step. Two methods for smooth ombré lettering, plus which colors work best and how to fix streaky results.

August 11, 2026

Brush Lettering

Small vs Large Brush Pens: Which Should You Start With?

Choosing between small and large brush pens? Learn which tip size suits beginners, what each is best for, and how to build skills with either.

July 28, 2026

Brush Lettering

The Basic Strokes of Brush Lettering

Master brush lettering basic strokes with this beginner guide. Learn the 8 core strokes, how to hold your pen, and drills to build muscle memory.

July 14, 2026

Brush Lettering

Brush Lettering for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Learn brush lettering from scratch. Covers tools, basic strokes, letter formation, and practice tips for true beginners.

June 30, 2026

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