{"id":2257629,"date":"2025-08-25T16:07:59","date_gmt":"2025-08-25T22:07:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/?page_id=2257629"},"modified":"2025-11-29T17:20:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-30T00:20:01","slug":"about-the-new-beginners-modern-calligraphy-online-course","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/about-the-new-beginners-modern-calligraphy-online-course\/","title":{"rendered":"About the New Beginner&#8217;s Modern Calligraphy Online Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Through January 2026, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/become-a-tpk-premium-member\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TPK Premium and Premium Plus members<\/a> have the opportunity to work through a completely new Beginner&#8217;s Modern Calligraphy Online Course. We&#8217;ll tackle a new lesson every three weeks, with class discussions and Discord feedback\/encouragement in between! If you&#8217;re new to pointed pen calligraphy or looking to brush up on your skills, <strong>I highly recommend that you join us<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"About the New Beginner&#039;s Modern Calligraphy Online Course\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1113035738?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"736\" height=\"414\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/tpk-premium-membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JOIN TPK PREMIUM TO AUTOMATICALLY ENROLL IN THE COURSE ($5)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Current TPK Premium and Premium Plus members: You can find this course under &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/my-account\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Video Courses<\/a>&#8221; in your account.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-about-the-new-beginner-s-modern-calligraphy-online-course\">About the New Beginner&#8217;s Modern Calligraphy Online Course<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the summer, Premium members and I tried a new lesson-by-lesson format. We met for live class discussions on Zoom, and in between lessons we used Discord to chat, share photos, and give feedback and encouragement. The results were amazing: I could see exactly where students were getting stuck and address those challenges in real time. The format worked so well that I knew I had to bring it to TPK\u2019s most popular online course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=736%2C502&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Can You Really Learn Calligraphy Online? | The Postman's Knock\" class=\"wp-image-1248259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=960%2C655&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=256%2C175&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=768%2C524&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=100%2C68&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=345%2C236&amp;ssl=1 345w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=330%2C225&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=740%2C505&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=384%2C262&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=290%2C198&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=665%2C454&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=270%2C184&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=810%2C553&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=360%2C246&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=600%2C410&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?resize=560%2C382&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/1geni_learns_calligraphy-9-of-18.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is a student&#8217;s worksheet from The Beginner&#8217;s Modern Calligraphy Online Course.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2025 version of the course will include six lessons and six live class discussions. We\u2019ll move at a comfortable pace, with breaks between lessons to enjoy fun TPK Blog tutorials that build on what you\u2019re learning. By January, you\u2019ll be creating pointed pen calligraphy you can feel proud of \u2014 and you\u2019ll be excited to keep growing your skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/tpk-premium-membership\/\">go premium to access the course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-course-supply-list\">Course Supply List<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/the-tpk-modern-calligraphy-starter-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=736%2C488&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Calligraphy Starter Kit\" class=\"wp-image-1607957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=960%2C637&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=256%2C170&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=768%2C509&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=564%2C374&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=100%2C66&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=345%2C229&amp;ssl=1 345w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=330%2C219&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=740%2C491&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=384%2C255&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=290%2C192&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=665%2C441&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=270%2C179&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=810%2C537&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=360%2C239&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=234%2C156&amp;ssl=1 234w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=307%2C205&amp;ssl=1 307w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=387%2C258&amp;ssl=1 387w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=600%2C398&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?resize=560%2C371&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/2calligraphy_kit_2021-14-of-14.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/the-tpk-modern-calligraphy-starter-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TPK Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit<\/a> includes all the main supplies you need for the course, with the exception of a regular pen, a regular pencil, a potato, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000099O2W\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laserjet paper<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/the-tpk-modern-calligraphy-starter-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GET THE STARTER KIT<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Assembling supplies a la carte will save you a bit of money. Here&#8217;s a detailed supply list if you wish to do that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Any pen or pencil<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 I use&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pilot-Retractable-Premium-Roller-Extra\/dp\/B00006JNJ8\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pilot G2 05<\/a>&nbsp;pens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/nikko-g-nib\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>A Nikko G nib<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/brause-ef66-nib\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A Brause EF66 nib<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A starchy potato (such as Russet)<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 You\u2019ll need this to prepare your nib for use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/straight-pen-with-universal-insert\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>A straight calligraphy pen<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/right-oblique-pen-for-nikko-g-nib\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A brass-flanged oblique pen<\/a>&nbsp;fitted for a Nikko G pen&nbsp;<\/strong>(Lefties can skip purchasing this supply at the beginning. A left-handed oblique is included in the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/the-tpk-modern-calligraphy-starter-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lefty starter kit<\/a>.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/yasutomo-sumi-ink-2-oz-bottle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Sumi or India ink<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 you\u2019ll need to transfer some of it to a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/glass-ink-jar-with-gold-lid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">small jar<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000099O2W\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">32# Laserjet paper<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 If you can find it, HP Premium is best.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access to a printer<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 So you can print off the Beginner Modern Calligraphy Online Course worksheet set. (No printer? TPK\u2019s calligraphy starter kit comes with the worksheet.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A scrap of tightly woven cotton cloth<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A cup of clean tap water<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-course-schedule\">Course Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=736%2C672&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The Beginner's Guide to Pencil Calligraphy | The Postman's Knock\" class=\"wp-image-555168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=960%2C876&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=256%2C234&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=768%2C701&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=345%2C315&amp;ssl=1 345w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=330%2C301&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=740%2C675&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=384%2C350&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=290%2C265&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=665%2C607&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=270%2C246&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=810%2C739&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=360%2C329&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=100%2C91&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=560%2C511&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=340%2C310&amp;ssl=1 340w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=355%2C324&amp;ssl=1 355w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=394%2C360&amp;ssl=1 394w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?resize=300%2C274&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1pencil_calligraphy-4-of-17ig.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Lesson 1: Faux + Pencil Calligraphy<\/strong> <strong>(Launched Friday, August 29th) <\/strong>&#8211; We\u2019re going to kick off your calligraphy learning experience by using familiar writing instruments: a regular pen and a pencil. As you write, you\u2019ll gain an understanding of stroke widths and pressure exertion, which will help when we move on to using the pointed pen. The Lesson 1 class discussion took place on Thursday, September 18th.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"736\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=736%2C736&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"TPK's modern calligraphy starter kit provides you with everything you need in order to learn pointed pen calligraphy.\" class=\"wp-image-1607951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=960%2C960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=256%2C256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=238%2C238&amp;ssl=1 238w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=480%2C480&amp;ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=345%2C345&amp;ssl=1 345w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=330%2C330&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=740%2C740&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=384%2C384&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=290%2C290&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=665%2C665&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=270%2C270&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=810%2C810&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=360%2C360&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=170%2C170&amp;ssl=1 170w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=225%2C225&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=285%2C285&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=305%2C305&amp;ssl=1 305w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?resize=560%2C560&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/1calligraphy_kit_2021-12-of-14.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Lesson 2: Pointed Pen Calligraphy<\/strong> <strong>Supplies<\/strong> <strong>(Launched Friday, September 19th) <\/strong>&#8211; While the fanciest supplies won\u2019t automatically make you the best calligrapher, it is incredibly important to start with a strategic collection of specific tools. In this lesson, you\u2019ll learn which calligraphy supplies you need, how to prepare those supplies for writing, and how to set up your workspace. The Lesson 2 class discussion will take place on Monday, October 6th.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"736\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=736%2C736&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lesson 3: The Straight Pen Holder\" class=\"wp-image-1610100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=960%2C960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=256%2C256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=238%2C238&amp;ssl=1 238w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=480%2C480&amp;ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=345%2C345&amp;ssl=1 345w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=330%2C330&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=740%2C740&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=384%2C384&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=290%2C290&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=665%2C665&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=270%2C270&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=810%2C810&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=360%2C360&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=170%2C170&amp;ssl=1 170w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=225%2C225&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=285%2C285&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=305%2C305&amp;ssl=1 305w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=560%2C560&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/straight_pen_lesson.jpg?w=1006&amp;ssl=1 1006w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Lesson 3: The Straight Pen Holder (Launches Friday, October 10th) <\/strong>&#8211; Once you&#8217;re familiar with your pointed pen calligraphy supplies, we\u2019ll move on to using the straight pointed pen. Since this is your first rendezvous with a dip pen, remember to be patient with yourself. Watch the videos, take notes, and don\u2019t get discouraged if your homework doesn\u2019t end up looking perfect. (No one starts off writing immaculate calligraphy!) The Lesson 3 class discussion will take place on Friday, October 24th.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"736\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=736%2C736&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lesson 4: The Oblique Calligraphy Pen\" class=\"wp-image-1610122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=960%2C960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=256%2C256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=238%2C238&amp;ssl=1 238w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=480%2C480&amp;ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=345%2C345&amp;ssl=1 345w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=330%2C330&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=740%2C740&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=384%2C384&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=290%2C290&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=665%2C665&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=270%2C270&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=810%2C810&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=360%2C360&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=170%2C170&amp;ssl=1 170w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=225%2C225&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=285%2C285&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=305%2C305&amp;ssl=1 305w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?resize=560%2C560&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/oblique_pen_lesson.jpg?w=1006&amp;ssl=1 1006w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Lesson 4: The Oblique Pen Holder (Launches Friday, October 31st) <\/strong>&#8211; If you\u2019re right-handed, the oblique calligraphy pen will more than likely become your pen of choice. Despite its intimidating appearance, the oblique pen is a simple device that aids your writing angle. (A left oblique pen may or may not help lefties, which is something we\u2019ll explore in this lesson as well.) The Lesson 4 class discussion will take place on Friday, November 14th.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"736\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=736%2C736&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lesson 7: Guidelines and Centering\" class=\"wp-image-1455934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=960%2C960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=256%2C256&amp;ssl=1 256w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=238%2C238&amp;ssl=1 238w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=480%2C480&amp;ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=345%2C345&amp;ssl=1 345w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=330%2C330&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=740%2C740&amp;ssl=1 740w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=384%2C384&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=290%2C290&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=665%2C665&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=270%2C270&amp;ssl=1 270w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=810%2C810&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=360%2C360&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=170%2C170&amp;ssl=1 170w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=225%2C225&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=285%2C285&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=305%2C305&amp;ssl=1 305w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?resize=560%2C560&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/centered_envelope.jpg?w=1032&amp;ssl=1 1032w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Lesson 5: Guidelines, Slant Lines, and Layouts (Launches Friday, November 21st) <\/strong>&#8211; In this lesson, we\u2019ll cover three topics that are vital to the success of your calligraphy projects: designing and using effective guidelines, slant lines, and layouts. (In the process, we\u2019ll also explore how to effectively address an envelope.) The Lesson 5 class discussion will take place on Monday, December 8th.<br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"736\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=736%2C736&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The medallions are dazzling on their own or when incorporated into projects like mail art or sketchbook pages.\" class=\"wp-image-2217830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=960%2C960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=736%2C736&amp;ssl=1 736w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=480%2C480&amp;ssl=1 480w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=305%2C305&amp;ssl=1 305w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?resize=560%2C560&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2winter_wonderland_medallions-3.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Lesson 6: Drills and Practice to Boost Your Skills (Launches Tuesday, December 16th)<br><\/strong>The best way to get better at anything is to practice! In this lesson, we\u2019ll do several engaging drills together, and we\u2019ll make a game plan that ensures continuous improvement. The Lesson 6 class discussion will occur after the holiday season ends and things have time to settle down a bit, on Monday, January 5th.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-complementing-your-learning-experience-with-the-tpk-premium-discord\">Complementing Your Learning Experience with the TPK Premium Discord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Discord allows <a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/catalog\/tpk-premium-membership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TPK Premium<\/a> members to connect and share work as they take this course. Discord is a simple, forum-esque platform where TPK Premium members can chat, share assignment photos, ask questions, and support each other throughout the course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=736%2C448&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2253997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=960%2C584&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=736%2C448&amp;ssl=1 736w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=768%2C467&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=564%2C343&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=1536%2C935&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=100%2C61&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=600%2C365&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?resize=560%2C341&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?w=2024&amp;ssl=1 2024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepostmansknock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-28-at-12.57.25%E2%80%AFPM.png?w=1472&amp;ssl=1 1472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is a screenshot from the TPK Premium Discord. In it, students are sharing assignments from another course.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You are always welcome to ask course-related questions in the lesson discussion section within the course. Asking questions in Discord, however, will get you quicker feedback &#8212; and you can easily upload photos there. If you&#8217;ve never heard of Discord, it&#8217;s essentially a chatroom that is exclusively for TPK Premium members. I keep a close eye on questions there; and you may find that other Premium members are able to help, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/connect-with-us-on-the-tpk-discord\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JOIN THE TPK PREMIUM DISCORD<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note that you must be a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepostmansknock.com\/become-a-tpk-premium-member\/\">TPK Premium or Premium Plus member<\/a> to connect with us on the TPK Discord.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>I am really looking forward to working through this course with you! 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