Chalkboard Posters

What is the easiest way to create chalkboard lettering?

You can create beautiful chalkboard art even if you're not artistic. Using white transfer paper is key—place the transfer paper underneath your printed design and trace over the letters with a regular #2 pencil. Once done tracing, use a chalk marker to go over the letters and then fill them in.

How do I prepare a chalkboard surface for lettering?

If you have a brand new chalkboard, season it first. Grab chalk horizontally and paint roughly the whole surface. Then grab a wet rag and clean the chalkboard at least once. This will make it easier to draw on the surface and cover mistakes later.

What tools work best for chalkboard design?

Chisel tip chalk markers work magic—if you're using a script font, you'll want that natural calligraphy curvature you can only get with the chisel tip. Microfiber cloths are perfect to clean chalkboards because of their lint-free nature. Keep a glass of water nearby for corrections.

How do I plan a chalkboard design layout?

Divide the draft into halves at least once so you know where your center is. Then draw containers in various shapes and fill these containers with your letters. This helps you have a better idea of placement. Design your art in actual size using software before transferring to the board.

What techniques create authentic chalk texture?

Depending on how thick or fine your fonts are, you will need to use several pieces of chalk. Whenever you need to make fine lines, you can sharpen your chalk to make a sharp and thin end, just like a pencil. Vary pressure to create shading and texture for more realistic effects.