How to Create a Realistic Fountain Pen in Photoshop

Learn to design a realistic calligraphy pen from scratch in this 34-minute tutorial. Master the Pen Tool and Layer Styles to create a detailed fountain pen icon. Explore lighting and reflection techniques as you progress through each step, from shaping the basic form to adding intricate details like the nib and neck band. Perfect for icon designers and digital artists looking to enhance their skills in creating lifelike objects.

Intro
Creating the shape
Adding the gradient
Drawing the body
Creating the reflections
Gradient overlay
Neck overlay
Neck gradient overlay
Neck band
Shadow
Nib
Gradient
Black
Inner Shadow
Shadow Layer