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Figure 5-62.Penwidth distance sets letter guidelines.
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Illustrator Draftsman 1 & C - Volume 3 Executionable Practices
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Calligraphy, Continued Basic strokes Practice the six basic lettering strokes. All letters are some variation of these basic  strokes.  Get  comfortable  using  the  six  basic  strokes  before  attempting letters and words. Listening to music makes the task of repetitiously practicing the basic strokes less monotonous. As you practice, select the strokes in a sequence that reflects the rhythm of the music.    You will soon realize that calligraphic lettering has a pattern and a rhythm of its own. Figure 5-63 illustrates the practice of rhythmically practicing basic lettering strokes. Figure  5-63.—A practice sheet of basic lettering strokes. Continued  on  next  page 5-59







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