Digital Lettering Level - Mar 18, 2026
Understanding
Proportion
Haneen Shehab
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Calligraphy
Under 10 mins
Beginner
Description
Learn how Arabic letters are built using proportion, balance, and rhythm.In this lesson you'll explore how small changes affect the structure of a letter and why proportion matters before style.
What you will learn
Understand proportional relationships in Arabic letters
Use the dot system as a measurement tool
Identify common proportion mistakes
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Haneen shehab
5 hrs
The spacing between these letters feels much more balanced now.
Haneen shehab
5 hrs
I didn't notice the baseline issue until I compared both versions.
Haneen shehab
5 hrs
The weight variation makes the word easier to read.
Haneen shehab
5 hrs
Try reducing the gap between the first two letters.
