Making a living as an artist is no mean feat. It takes dedication, endurance and perhaps most of all, talent. If you\u2019re looking to become a professional hand letterer, that\u2019s an even more specific field, so the challenge is that much harder. But not impossible. Hand lettering is booming at the moment, with the style being extremely popular on products like prints, apparel and more. It\u2019s also a common choice for branding and logo design projects. We\u2019ve compiled a list of six tips to help you along the way in your quest to make hand lettering your profession and not just a hobby. Take a look, and if you have any questions, let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n
The first step to becoming a professional hand letterer is an obvious one: practice. But it\u2019s important as it is self-evident. As much as you might think, the difference between the best artists and those who are just amateurs isn\u2019t always raw aptitude. Sometimes it\u2019s just practice and persistence. That means getting out the graphic pen or pencil, and making letterform after letterform.
\nIt also means fine-tuning your work until it\u2019s pixel perfect in Illustrator or Photoshop (this<\/a> might help). Some folk claim that it takes 10,000 hours<\/a> to become a master at something. If you\u2019re going pro, you\u2019re going to need to put the time in to slowly increase your skill level. It can also be inspiring to follow artists that are on the same path. Follow the Instagram hashtag #letteringchallenge<\/a> for a constant feed of ideas:<\/p>\n\n