How to practice.

Some suggestions for practicing calligraphy.

1. Don't try to write the same letter over and over. It's tempting but instead of improving, you will remember you mistakes.
2. Practice letters in groups. Letters with similar strokes or proportions should be practiced in groups.
3. Once it's on the paper, it's too late anyway. Fill a page and then go back and look at it, think about it and try to do better the next time. It's more important to get the feel of writing (esp. when practicing with the pen) than to stop after every letter and worry about whether its perfect.
4. Don't over-do it. There's only that many sheets you can fill before you feel tired, physically and mentally. Stop, relax and come back tomorrow.