Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to the Tiny Tatu Mini Masterclass | Calligraphy lettering with a 1RL

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Calligraphy Lettering Using a 1RL | Latex Demo in Real Time

    3. Ready to use Calligraphy flash

    4. Jennys Pro Tips

    5. Student Challenge

    6. A final thought

About this course

  • £39.00
  • 6 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Calligraphy Lettering Using a 1RL | Latex Demo in Real Time

In this real-time demonstration, you’ll watch the complete process of creating a 1-inch calligraphy lettering design using a 1RL (single needle) cartridge on latex.

This course is designed for artists who want to improve their confidence with fine-line lettering, brush-style strokes, and needle control. By watching every stage of the process in real time, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of hand speed, machine control, stretch, and pressure management required to achieve clean, crisp calligraphy lettering.

You’ll learn:

  • How to approach calligraphy-style lettering with a single needle
  • Brush lining techniques for elegant, flowing strokes
  • Needle depth and machine control for consistent line quality
  • How to create contrast and movement within lettering designs
  • Common mistakes that can affect line consistency and how to avoid them
  • Tips for translating these techniques into your own lettering work

Technical Setup

Technique Used

  • Brush Lining

Machine & Equipment

  • Bishop Shader (3.5 Hit)
  • Stellar Cartridges 1RL 0.08
  • Critical Power Station CX-1 (7.7V)

Practice Surface

  • Skinz Fitz Type 2 Neutral Normal Latex

Pigment & Products

  • Dynamic Black Value 1
  • Proton Skin Glide

Whether you’re looking to refine your single-needle work or add calligraphy lettering to your skill set, this demonstration provides valuable insight into the techniques and control required to produce professional, high-quality results.