Dylan starts with the capital D's backward curve and immediately drops into a y that goes below the baseline. That early descender gives the name a distinctive profile. The l-a-n ending rises back up and finishes on solid ground.
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The capital D's final stroke leads to the y. Drop into the y's descender right away, giving the name an immediate downward dip.
The y's tail curves below the baseline and swings back up. From that upswing, push into the tall l.
The l drops from its height to the baseline, then curves into the a. Keep the a small and round.
The Dy opening is unusual since you hit a descender right after the capital. Practice that drop.
The l is the tallest lowercase letter here. It gives the name its visual anchor.
The an ending is one of the easiest combinations. Let it flow without overthinking.
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