Acrylic painting vs Calligraphy & lettering
Acrylic painting and calligraphy & lettering have 91% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Acrylic painting | Calligraphy & lettering |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 2 hours a week | 2 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | $40 | $25 |
Choose acrylic painting if
- Less fiddly
- Less repetitive
- More creative
About $40 to start, then about $10 a month.
Choose calligraphy & lettering if
- More fiddly, precise work
- More rhythmic and repetitive
- More about following a method
About $25 to start, then about $5 a month.
What you'll need
- Acrylic painting: Canvas, Acrylic Paint Set, Easel Full cost breakdown
- Calligraphy & lettering: Dip Pen Nibs, Pen Holders, Calligraphy Ink, Calligraphy Paper Full cost breakdown