Letter Mediums, ContinuedPens and inklettersPens and ink produce dense black, opaque strokes. Pens have differentlyshaped nibs that determine how easily serifs will execute. Standard letteringnibs are used for letters up to 72 points in height. Larger letters requireespecially large nibs. Left-handed DMs will want to purchase pen nibsparticularly suited to left-handed letterers. These nibs have angled tips cutopposite to standard lettering pens. Hold lettering pens as you wouldpencils. Do not grip the handle too tightly or you lose the sense of feelnecessary to execute proper letter forms. Wipe nibs often with soft tissue toremove paper fibers that cause ragged edges. Always follow manufacturer’sinstructions for cleaning before putting pens away.Figure 5-49 shows different types of lettering nibs.Figure 5-49.—Lettering nibs.Continued on next page5-45
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