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If eyes are a mirror to your soul, then beautiful handwriting must be a window. It might sound funny, but our penmanship tells so much about us! A skilled professional might see through you only by looking at your lettering.

Beautiful cursive handwriting can tell about your personality, state of mind, traumatic events, hand-eye coordination, and even bone structure that affects the way you hold the pen.

The way you dot your Is and cross your Ts, how you write the lowercase and uppercase letters, and many other factors showcase your temperament and individuality. Also, incredibly neat handwriting might not mean that you are a perfectionist, but also that you might have an OCD or are a pedantic person.

Science and psychology aside, it is always very aesthetically pleasing to marvel at someone's nice handwriting, especially with the modern technology forcing us to type, rather than write, thus lessening our penmanship skills.

To celebrate these rarely-seen marvels, we’ve put together this list of exceptional calligraphy showcasing beautiful handwriting fonts from the penmanshipporn subreddit. Which one is the most exquisite? Let us know in the comments. 

Also, scroll down below to find out how to improve handwriting and learn about the 4Ps of beautiful penmanship.

Interested in improving your own handwriting? Check out these handwriting practice workbooks for adults.

#1

Neat Handwriting

Neat and beautifully handwritten letter on lined paper, showcasing everyday and cursive handwriting styles.

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Melissa P
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9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I absolutely love this handwriting!!!

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    Tidy Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting example with intricate, detailed script on lined paper, accompanied by a decorative pen.

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    Tiny Dynamine
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Handy tip - Don't shave your pubic hair over your notebook...

    Huong Bi
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How to read this? It hurts my eyes

    Peg Benson
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's pretty, but I cannot imagine how difficult it would be to actually read.

    Maximilien A M S M C
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's easy enough to read it... but maybe that's because I'm adapted to my own handwriting which is long, loopy, and *cursive*.

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    Cat Maru
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, this writing is very busy, and pretty neat. The comment from Tiny Dynamine made my day, though. So funny!

    Умеджон Куйбагоров
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Хотели мы с Вовкой пойти в кино. Мы это решили давным-давно. Но тут Серёжка позвал его, И Вовка бросил меня одного. А как же я, А как же я? Ведь он говорит, что мы Хотели мы с Вовкой друзья! в поход пойти, Уже собрались мы с ним почти, Но Петька его позвал гулять, И Вовка бросил меня опять...

    Khushee Dev
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's good but i can't understand a word ;)

    Craig Skoney
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful strokes, but it's a mess to read.

    Heather Kennedy
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. This is beautiful, but also looks like hypergraphia.

    betanya mulugeta
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what no way any won can read this excerpt the person who rite it

    Cat Maru
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how OCR would handle this…

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    4 years ago

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    Hugo Salomonsson 7D Dacke
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg, That handwriting its to hard to read and learn to hard.

    M. M.K
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    iWRITE | Students Factory iWRITE is the International Handwriting Competition in two Languages, English & Arabic. Competition is classified into two categories; School and General Category. It is freely open to all from anywhere in the World to submit their entries online in our website. Participants are requested to write the same quote published by us every year in our website. iWRITE is the first step Students Factory takes towards gamification approach, other activities are coming soon.

    uday dilip
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    iWRITE | Students Factory iWRITE is the International Handwriting Competition in two Languages, English & Arabic Competition is classified into two categories; School and General Category. It is freely open to all from anywhere in the World to submit their entries online in our website. Participants are requested to write the same quote published by us every year in our website. iWRITE is the first step Students Factory takes towards gamification approach, other activities are coming soon. https://studentsfactory.co/iwrite https://studentsfactory.co

    uday dilip
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    iWRITE | Students Factory iWRITE is the International Handwriting Competition in two Languages, English & Arabic. Competition is classified into two categories; School and General Category. It is freely open to all from anywhere in the World to submit their entries online in our website. Participants are requested to write the same quote published by us every year in our website. iWRITE is the first step Students Factory takes towards gamification approach, other activities are coming soon. https://studentsfactory.co/iwrite https://studentsfactory.co

    Hiebsiva Ghebray
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW I LOVE THEM ALL 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

    Умеджон Куйбагоров
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Привет Умар, пишу тебе чтобы ты мне сделал массаж сегодня надеюсь ты скажешь да

    Omi Gupta
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very small words can't understand a thing

    Stefan Counts
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First Tiny Dynamine... ewww and hahahaha. SECOND, I would very much like to know what kind of pen was used, please and thank you.

    M.A.D.
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would love to write in ancient elvish.

    Robert Hill
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What style of writing is that, please??

    Del Kenealy
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had copy books at school to teach us to write properly.

    Sam Chua
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    https://everything2.com/title/Chinese+words+for+female+beauty She has beautiful handwriting means 'I think I'll run away screaming'

    Jose Baeyens
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is the writing of an elf ...

    AshlynT_101
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It doesn't even look like words just curvy lines

    Kathy Black
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too much like " All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy" for me, also a Lot like Lovecraft's work.

    Sally Matthews
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What Tiny Dynamite wrote is quite offensive. How can that comment be allowed to be kept on for others to read. I thought things like that were censored. Obviously not.

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    #3

    Handwritten Text

    Beautiful handwriting example in neat black ink on ruled paper.

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    What Makes Your Handwriting Beautiful?

    Beautiful handwriting blends several key elements and looks oddly satisfying. Firstly, it should be legible. The words must be clear and easy to decipher. This ensures effective communication. Good penmanship has a pleasing rhythm and flow. With regular handwriting practice, you’ll be able to develop consistency in letter size, spacing, and slant. 

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    Don’t try to copy beautiful handwriting fonts. Every writing style has its own personal touches, such as stylish flourishes or unique letterforms. Your writing too is an extension of your personality. So, keep on practicing patiently. With effort and consistency, you’ll be able to develop nice handwriting!

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    Beautiful Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting example with multiple styles on a lined paper, showcasing neat and creative penmanship.

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    Psotny Puk
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am happy by just looking at this. And reading this makes me excited. :D

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    #5

    Cute Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting example on lined paper, showcasing neat and elegant cursive text.

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    Quant
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    to gether... was pretty much where I stopped...

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    This Is Real Penmanship!

    This Is Real Penmanship!

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    Is Good Handwriting a Skill or an Ability?

    Good handwriting is definitely a skill that can be mastered. Some individuals are gifted with beautiful handwriting due to their fine motor skills. However, anyone can enhance their penmanship with handwriting practice and dedication. It’s not an inborn ability like artistic talent or perfect pitch. Instead, beautiful cursive handwriting can be cultivated through repetitive practice and proper guidance.

    If you are looking for tips on how to improve handwriting, then start by focusing on the fundamental techniques, such as letter formation, spacing, and consistency. Practice every day for 30 minutes, and within a month, you’ll start to notice a huge improvement.

    #7

    Perfect Whiteboard

    Whiteboard displaying beautiful handwriting showcasing a functional fitness schedule and pricing details.

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    #8

    Perfect Example Of Calligraphy

    Beautiful handwriting example spelling "Always" in elegant cursive on lined paper.

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    #9

    Homeless Man Handwritten Sign

    Handwriting example on a cardboard sign, using decorative fonts to convey a plea for help with "Homeless" highlighted.

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    David Soares
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    has this man been helped? prayers brother

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    Are People With Good Handwriting Considered Smart?

    Did you know the famous author Agatha Christie struggled with dysgraphia? It’s a condition that makes writing and spelling quite difficult. However, that never stopped her from penning the famous cases of the legendary detective Hercule Poirot!

    This shows that handwriting and intelligence are not directly related. Your penmanship (or the lack of it) doesn’t necessarily reflect your intellectual capabilities. When it comes to writing, some people prioritize functionality over aesthetics. 

    A person with beautiful cursive handwriting is likely blessed with a good bone structure. This impacts how one holds a pen. Also, people with better hand-eye coordination and an ability to copy beautiful handwriting fonts also have naturally better writing. A person’s handwriting also changes over time with age.

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    This Is Real Penmanship!

    Beautiful handwriting example in a chemistry lab report detailing the synthesis of dibenzalacetone.

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    Sue Robertson
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good hand writing can definitely be an ART FORM... I hate watching it disappear.....

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    #11

    Handwritten On The Snow

    Beautiful handwriting in snow on a car window.

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    #12

    Sidewalk With Handwritten Sign

    Colorful chalk handwriting on pavement, showcasing impressive lettering styles.

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    How Can I Make My Handwriting Better?

    Looking for tips on how to improve handwriting? It needs patience and practice. First, analyze your current style and identify areas that need improvement. Are your letters consistent and legible? Regularly practice basic letterforms and focus on maintaining a consistent size, slant, and spacing. Experiment with different pencils and notebooks to find what suits you best.

    An important tip is to slow down while writing to maintain control and precision. Write mindfully, and you’ll have nice handwriting in no time!

    #13

    Minimalist Writing

    Beautiful handwriting of the word "minimum" on a white card against a brown background.

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    #14

    Perfect Example Of Non-English Calligraphy

    Beautiful handwriting example in cursive with a black pen placed on the page.

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    #15

    Single Page Compact Writing

    Beautiful handwriting example on lined paper, showcasing neat and uniform lettering.

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    What Are The 4 Ps of Nice Handwriting?

    These are the 4 Ps of penmanship:

    • Position: Align your hand and paper properly. Make sure to sit up straight and position your notebook at a comfortable angle.
    • Posture: You need good posture for better control over your writing. Relax your body but keep your back straight. Avoid hunching over the notebook.
    • Pressure: Control the pressure applied to your pen. Too much pressure can lead to hand fatigue. Whereas too little pressure results in illegible writing.
    • Practice: Regular practice is important for improving handwriting.
    #16

    Left Handed Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting example on lined paper, showcasing neat and impressive penmanship.

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    Elegant Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting examples on lined paper with pen, showcasing various styles and sizes.

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    #18

    Stunning Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting notes with detailed sketches of chromosomes and cell structure concepts.

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    Jeanne Deaux
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those drawings!!!! So perfect! Oh yeah, the writing is great too. But seriously, the drawings?!? Even thought of the shadows to make it look more 3D. This is... wow!

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    #19

    Lovely Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting example on grid paper with neatly written text.

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    Anushka Kc
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This gave me chills. More so because it's written in a math copy and it's all the more beautiful.

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    #20

    Graceful Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting example with smooth, flowing script in red ink on lined paper.

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    Sandra Taylor
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my lovely dad used to win prizes for his handwriting, it really was art, just beautiful

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    #21

    Exquisite Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting in Arabic script on lined notebook paper, showcasing artistic penmanship.

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    Impressive Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting example featuring intricate equations and diagrams with green highlights.

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    Psotny Puk
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the material to my exam, now this is f*****g crazy, I feel like I am blessed today. Not because I don't have my own notes. Because those comfort me. Perfection. <3

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    #23

    Charming Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting on a letter with a calligraphy pen resting on top.

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    Mümpfäli
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These pens are for writing italic letters.

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    Refined Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting on graph paper showcasing complex mathematical equations.

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    Qwerty65
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This person's handwriting makes math look beautiful, even relaxing. And I hate math.

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    #25

    Neat Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting resembling a font with neat capital letters, shared on a discussion forum.

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    Artistic Handwriting

    Chalkboard art with quote, showcasing beautiful handwriting alongside a portrait of a man.

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    Agnes Auxiliatrix
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The font is beautiful, but I'm more impressed by that very realistic portrait *o*

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    #27

    Stylish Handwriting

    Handwriting example on a page with detailed mathematical notes.

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    Pamela Beuret
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omg! its so perfect it lokks like it is printed!!! <3

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    #28

    Attractive Handwriting

    Beautiful handwriting on a whiteboard with elegant calligraphy detailing academic tasks and page numbers.

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    Flawless Handwriting

    Neat and organized handwriting in planner with colorful notes and checklists.

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