This website provides tons of information about learning to write with your arm, but it wouldn’t exist without the resources listed below. I’ve learned so much from the classic books published by history’s greatest penman, but I get much of my inspiration from contemporary penman that are sharing their passion, skill, and knowledge online.
Classic Books
The Bailey Method of Penmanship
The Champion Method of Practical Business Writing
The Arm Movement Method of Rapid Writing
Contemporary Resources
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Perfect Biscuits YouTube Channel – Features over 100 videos on the Palmer Method and traditional American Penmanship.
Mike Ward’s Live Streams – These live streams feature a mix of business and ornamental penmanship and are a great example of using movement when writing.
Mike Ward’s Archives – Check out the Archive’s section of Mike Ward’s website for lessons, samples of traditional penmanship, and practice guide sheets.
InPursuitOfPenmanship.com – A thoughtful blog on traditional American penmanship.
Zanerian.com – A database of traditional American penmanship history including penman bios, links to penmanship collections and archives, and lessons on various types of traditional pen art.
dieyen Dualpen YouTube Channel – Features videos on Palmer Method and Practical Penmanship.
AWritingGuy’s GC Greene Playlist – This series of videos on YouTube feature exercises from GC Greene’s practical business writing course that was originally published in the Business Educator.
Consistent Cursive Free Online Course
If you love the look and feel of The Palmer Method, but aren’t interested in learning arm movement writing, Consistent Cursive is for you!
ConsistentCursive.com – A free online course for those that want to learn Palmer-style writing (i.e. American cursive), but not arm movement.
Instagram Inspiration
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Instagram is the platform of the day for those studying and sharing traditional American penmanship. Check out the accounts below for a massive dose of inspiration and proof that The Palmer Method can be learned!