{"id":71492,"date":"2022-05-16T16:24:37","date_gmt":"2022-05-16T06:24:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elements.blog-cms.envato.net\/?p=20608"},"modified":"2025-11-11T17:45:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T06:45:38","slug":"top-typography-and-font-tutorials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/top-typography-and-font-tutorials","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Font: 10+ Typography and Font Tutorials for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/font-trends\">Typography<\/a> can add personality to any creative project. Whether it\u2019s a personal website, a professional presentation, or marketing material for a brand, learning how to make your message stand out from the screen (or the page) is essential.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good design is all in the details, and finding a font that fits can take your project to the next level. By understanding the <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/courses\/the-ultimate-guide-to-typography\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">basic elements of typography<\/a>, you\u2019ll be able to confidently combine typefaces for maximum effect, avoid making common mistakes and even craft your very own custom font.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Font and Typography Trends are Popular in 2022?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"10 Best Font Packs\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8pTFUuhKvKQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With so much online and offline content competing for an audience, it\u2019s never been more important for typography to turn heads. <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/articles\/what-fonts-are-trending-now-and-font-trends-for-2022--cms-38033\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This year\u2019s font trends<\/a> are dominated by handwritten, calligraphy styles \u2013 which is all part of a push to embrace an authentic aesthetic. In addition, the trend for no-frills fonts has served up a dose of <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/retro-graphic-design-trends\">retro nostalgia<\/a>. And as people spend more and more time on mobile, \u200b\u200brounded sans serifs are proving to be a welcoming and <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/how-to-improve-seo-ux-design\">UX-friendly<\/a> choice compared with serif styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Use Font and Typography Tutorials?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to hand lettering \u2013 or any other typography or font trend, for that matter \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/tutsplus.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tuts+<\/a> is here to offer a helping hand. Head to our free online learning hub to find a range of tutorials and tools you need. To get you started, here are the top font and typography tutorials to give beginners a boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10+ Top Typography and Font Tutorials for Beginners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If working with typography has got you asking, what the font? Tap into all the <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/font-trends\">latest typography trends<\/a>, tips and tricks with the help these handy tutorials. Covering everything from understanding the basics to making a font, you\u2019ll soon be a whizz with your words.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Intro to Basic Typography<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The Ultimate Guide to Basic Typography<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"The Ultimate Guide to Basic Typography\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZLaG1migE00?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fonts, typefaces, characters, glyphs \u2013 don\u2019t let these words overwhelm you. This <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/articles\/the-ultimate-guide-to-basic-typography--cms-33460\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ultimate Guide to Basic Typography<\/a> outlines some of the essential terms you need to know, while introducing useful signs and symbols as well as important design concepts like legibility and leading.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Typography: Anatomy of a Letter<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Typography: Anatomy of a Letter\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NrBF-ebM4uE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From ascender to x-height, this <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/articles\/typography-the-anatomy-of-a-letter--cms-29828\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Typography: Anatomy of a Letter<\/a> tutorial will help you get to grips with a range of technical terms used to refer to different parts of a letter. As a result, you\u2019ll gain a better understanding of how to space and size your written content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The Different Types of Fonts: When to Use Each Font Type<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/articles\/the-different-types-of-fonts-when-to-use-each-font-type-and-when-not--cms-33346\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Typography-tut.png\" alt=\"The Different Types of Fonts: When to Use Each Font Type and When Not\" class=\"wp-image-82373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Typography-tut.png 850w, https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Typography-tut-768x439.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/articles\/the-different-types-of-fonts-when-to-use-each-font-type-and-when-not--cms-33346\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this tutorial<\/a>, you\u2019ll learn about font collections and categorizations along with a side helping of history \u2013 from <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/classic-serif-fonts\">classic serif fonts<\/a> used in early printing presses to the Neo-Grotesque typefaces of the late 1900s. You\u2019ll soon be able to confidently pick something perfect for your next design project. And if you want to add an action-packed element, take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/fast-typography-templates\">kinetic typography round-up<\/a>, which highlights the very best fast font templates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. A to Z of Typography<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"A to Z of Typography: Tips, Tricks, and Hacks!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RExxbsp4NiI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serving up a design-lover\u2019s dictionary, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RExxbsp4NiI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A to Z of Typography<\/a> tutorial covers essential typography terms. Some you will have heard of, some might be new \u2013 but every explanation will strengthen your understanding of the fundamentals of using fonts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make a Font<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to Create Your Own Font<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/how-to-create-your-own-font--cms-29019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/create-a-font.jpeg\" alt=\"How to Create Your Own Font\" class=\"wp-image-82374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/create-a-font.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/create-a-font-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to know how to make a font? <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/how-to-create-your-own-font--cms-29019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This graphic design tutorial<\/a> provides the tips and tricks you need to start drawing and designing your own letters. Once you\u2019ve mastered the alphabet, it\u2019s time to try out numbers and symbols \u2013 or even a second complementary or contrasting font in order to create a <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/dynamic-font-duos\">dynamic font duo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. The Basics of Drawing Type<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/the-basics-of-drawing-type-creating-your-own-handwritten-font--cms-23089\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Heartland-Handwriting-Script-Font.jpeg\" alt=\"The Basics of Drawing Type &amp; Creating Your Own Handwritten Font\" class=\"wp-image-82375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Heartland-Handwriting-Script-Font.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Heartland-Handwriting-Script-Font-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to give your work a truly personal touch, <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/the-basics-of-drawing-type-creating-your-own-handwritten-font--cms-23089\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this typography drawing tutorial<\/a> explains how to optimize your handwriting, scan your artwork and convert your letters into a font you can use in your digital designs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Calligraphy and Cursive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Mastering Calligraphy: How to Write in Cursive Script<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/montheylin-calligraphy-font-X3295QL\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Montheylin-Calligraphy-Font.jpeg\" alt=\"Mastering Calligraphy: How to Write in Cursive Script\" class=\"wp-image-82376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Montheylin-Calligraphy-Font.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Montheylin-Calligraphy-Font-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add an elegant element to your design by embracing cursive script writing. From practicing basic strokes to joining letters, you\u2019ll soon be writing without hardly ever having to lift your pen off the paper. <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/articles\/mastering-calligraphy-how-to-write-in-cursive-script--vector-25716\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This curly, swirly masterclass<\/a> also features a whole host of calligraphy fonts for your digital projects that are available via <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/pricing\">Envato Elements<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Arabic Calligraphy for Beginners<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/series\/arabic-calligraphy-for-beginners--cms-737\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Khodijah-Arabic-Style-Font-intro.jpeg\" alt=\"Arabic Calligraphy for Beginners\" class=\"wp-image-82377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Khodijah-Arabic-Style-Font-intro.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Khodijah-Arabic-Style-Font-intro-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arabian-style scripts are one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/articles\/what-fonts-are-trending-now-and-font-trends-for-2022--cms-38033\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trending fonts<\/a> we identified for this year, so check out this eye-catching <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/series\/arabic-calligraphy-for-beginners--cms-737\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">collection of Arabic calligraphy learning guides<\/a> that have been designed especially for beginners. From classic to contemporary and abstract to ornate, it\u2019s an inspiring introduction to the artform.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Creative Arabic Calligraphy: Square Kufic<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/creative-arabic-calligraphy-square-kufic--cms-23012\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"565\" src=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/intro-kufication-font-30071727.jpeg\" alt=\"Creative Arabic Calligraphy: Square Kufic\" class=\"wp-image-82378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/intro-kufication-font-30071727.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/intro-kufication-font-30071727-768x510.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The simple structure of Square Kufic \u2013 it\u2019s actually a precursor to pixel art \u2013 makes it a great place to start if you\u2019re interested in Arabic calligraphy. Use <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/creative-arabic-calligraphy-square-kufic--cms-23012\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this font tutorial<\/a> to adapt the Latin alphabet and to introduce repeating and rotating patterns to your work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hand Lettering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Hand Lettering: Letterforms at Their Core<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/hand-lettering-letterforms-at-their-core--cms-21874\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/devilion-Hand-Lettering-Script.jpeg\" alt=\"Devilion - Hand Lettering Script by letterhend\" class=\"wp-image-82379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/devilion-Hand-Lettering-Script.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/devilion-Hand-Lettering-Script-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time for some analog adventures with <a href=\"https:\/\/design.tutsplus.com\/tutorials\/hand-lettering-letterforms-at-their-core--cms-21874\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this beginner\u2019s lesson on lettering<\/a>, which includes basic concepts, how to set up a hand lettering practice sheet and the fundamentals of Roman and Greek letterforms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Mastering Script Lettering&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Mastering Script Lettering | FREE COURSE\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IFXgsXPPoAU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not only does this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IFXgsXPPoAU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">comprehensive script lettering guide<\/a> share resources that you can print off and practice with, it\u2019s also divided into chapters covering everything you need to know about formal and informal script lettering techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What are you waiting for? Start your typography journey today with an <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/pricing\">Envato Elements<\/a> subscription, which gives you unlimited access to our fonts, graphic templates, add-ons, and more. Or, brush up on what fonts are trending this year in our <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/font-trends\">Font Trends for 2022<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Check out these top font &#038; typography tutorials for beginners&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":82381,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[157,176,163],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-71492","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-design","category-fonts","category-typography"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/71492","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=71492"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/71492\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/82381"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=71492"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=71492"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=71492"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}