While the unique style of the writer has given way to font selection, the careful choice of the right font can produce a beautifully written letter that is filled with expression. The graceful writing flow made possible by the fountain pen, and done in the unique style of the writer is a rare thing today.įortunately, handwriting, with its tremendous expressive power, is still with us in the form of handwriting fonts, of which many styles are available.
Even typed letters have become a rarity, as has the typewriter, as more and more letter writers turn to Word or some other word processing platform.Įven wedding invitations and Thank You notes most often make use of calligraphy or special typefaces to convey their messages. People seldom receive handwritten letters anymore. Writing with pen and ink appears to have lost much of its appeal in recent years.
