[TalnSG]

Excessum, I agree even though we are sounding like my professors when I wanted to use the internet to do research instead of the books on the library shelves.

And to add just one more point about caligraphy. Using a pen to write what was designed for a brush will also impair the accuracy of your strokes.

Then there is the variance between between literal and figurative translations of what you are wanting to communicate before you even make the first stroke.

Its a daunting task, but rewarding. Getting my tattoo right took a lot of research before it was ever inked. I wanted to be sure my "silver bear" really said what I intended.