Loved your video. (Especially when you sprung the nib!) Really great to see your process, and how you can fix little problems. A real life video that shows "railroading" happens to the best. I am just starting out at 59 (again) and never knew why I couldn't use my nibs... No TH-cam to watch will free tutorials. What an age we live in! ☮
I was almost going crazy because of these nibs.Well, I am a beginner so don't know the hints. I always blamed the nibs and the ink, then paper, at last myself. But now i found out what's the problem is called "encouragement point" ! Thank you so much! Your calligraphy looks really pretty and charming, inspiring the community so much, I believe...
I have to tell you that I have enjoyed a number of your videos and your work is amazing and I think you are totally adorable. Thank you so much for sharing what we all love. From sunny Florida
You can also use a wire brush to gently clean off rust as soon as it begins and extend the life of the nib. And oil it back up if your gonna store it without use for a while much like emptying a pen that won't be used for a while....little preparation and care here and there goes a very long way. I love your work and hope to be that smooth and effortless one day as well!!!
I could watch you write all day. It inspires me to improve, it's relaxing and your hand is gorgeous. That nib and a Principal I really love. I find the Nikko G difficult to start for some reason. Got your tip down for the Brause Rose which is a joy to use, but not a fan of the Nikko G :( I wish you taught classes on the East coast.
I experience the same thing with my new Gillot 303 nib despite it has been cleaned and prepped with various methods (toothpaste, pen cleaner, flame/match method). It is really kinda annoying to see the ink creeping upwards instead of downwards when you apply pressure to the nib. I will try the tips you shared.
you are such a brilliant calligrapher and I love watching and learning from you. I wish I lived closer or you visited Australia- I would love to do a class with you...thanks for sharing all your experiences...it helps so much cheers Desley
This is the most helpful video I've seen yet having to do with fountain pens or dip pens. I had thought what I needed was a quality fountain pen to do the calligraphy I've been wanting to learn and this video has convinced me to invest in dip pens. I have a couple and have had trouble starting, now I know why. I have bought new calligraphy sets at garage sales and all of them are cartridge and now I know it isn't what I really want. I even bought one set that looks like dip but there are cartridge inks included and I don't know where to install them! I am soooo novice. I'm hoping the book can shed some light! I just subscribed as I know I will learn a lot from your videos. Thank you so much. I hate when I see people type mean things about your videos. I'm glad you don't even acknowledge their comments from what I have seen. I have to see how I can get my hands on some of these nibs and the oblique holder and I'm hoping they aren't too expensive. Hugs, I'll be visiting your videos often. Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to share with us on TH-cam!
Garage sales will rarely yield good dip pens, they're usually rusty, damaged etc. It's best to just buy them new from paperinkarts.com or johnnealbooks.com. It is not expensive. They do not come with cartridges, you will have to keep dipping to replenish the ink. But it is not a hindrance at all. Good luck and have fun with your practice! Kind comments like yours are worth 100 of the mean comments :)
This was immensely useful. THANK you. I really like the Rose's feel when flexing, but the hard starts grate on my nerves like nobody's business. That's the reason why I kinda gave up on them :/ I'll try these out when I buy another batch. Thanks again!
Kevin Joric Apolonio Tell me about it, it's a very frustrating nib. Someone also told me that if you soak it in iron gall for a few hours, it should write better. I havent tried that though..
I just remembered that I had some small measure of luck taking a buffing board to that last mm of underside. Since the hydrophobic coating there seems more resistant than elsewhere, polishing it off helped. Of course, since I wasn't much experienced with stuff like that yet, it ended up becoming a bit scratchy. ... Maybe I should try again :/
I am so grateful for your videos Thanks for all the time and effort you put in on them. You are an excellent teacher. I am just beginning to get into this art form, and I so much want to be good at this. I am waiting for my first oblique pen to arrive in the mail. I still need to buy some ink. is there a brand you would recommend?
ooww ~ i just bought my rose nib today and it cause the problems u had mention there .. so your video really help me soo weeellll plus im a newbie in calligraphy .. Thanks a lot 😁😁😁
Hi, thank you for a very useful video. Your writing is beautiful! I am not a calligrapher, I intent to try to use the nib for sketching with variable lines. I have no idea if it will work but I love to experiment.
This is a reply to Atas Fong, you can buy good oblique penholders from Paperinkarts.com or Johnealbooks.com, those will be much better than the Speedball. I have never used the Yoke pen in my videos.
I was wondering if your pen holders are from the Yoke co. Are there any alternatives than those? they seem really expensive for a holder, but I don't want the speedball version, either. thanks for the video.
lovely Video Schin!!and Seen the way how the nib has gone but with a little efforts you could bring the both tines closer by forcing opposite ways. For gaining the original closer setting by forcing it needs a little practice. Also it is very tricky and still it not the best point you have until you try several times.
I don't have experience with this kind of nib but it looks like its the meniscus of the water/ink that's preventing the ink from flowing downwards. You can "break" the meniscus by adding a very tiny amount of soap to the ink, at least this is what we do in film photography to make the water roll of the film when it dries.
Dear lady, it is a pleasure just to watch you. What a hand! It is so beautiful. However, I would like your views on a flexible fountain pen for this work. Where perhaps less ink dipping is needed? Wonderful work. Than you so much
EXCELENTE TECNICA DE FLORITURAS...tu vision de rasgos, amen que ya los hays practicado muchisisimino y sean parte de tu vocabulario de razgos, tu video aunque largo pero no me perdi algo,GRACIAS POR DARNOS ESA INQUIETUD DE QUE PODEMOS HACER COSAS HERMOSAS...esspero te cueste trabajo entenderme como a mi me cuesta enterderte,,,jajajaj un abrazo desde MEXICO DF. ING. GERMAN
Pay attention to how the ink pools up like beads of water on a ducks back. That's from the oil to protect from rust in storage and shipping. Burn it off few seconds each side then wipe clean
Try gripping the nib with tweezers and submerging it in boiling water for fifteen to twenty seconds, it removes manufacturing oils better than alcohol.
This looks like a classic case of something called baby's bottom, a somewhat common problem with new nibs in fountain pens. That fact that it will write as long as you start in a wet spot on the paper tells me this is the problem. This means the nib ink channel is not touching the paper. It has to for any nib to work right. Using a bit of micro mesh will fix the problem quickly. There are plenty of videos on how to fix this.
I think its more of the nib being too flexible. Whenever ink tries to flow, the mere pressure of normal writing spreads the tines so it cant write. Unlike fountain pens that have ink reservoirs and feeds that supply the nib with ink
+The Pen Show It could be because of that but I don't think so. Looking at the video again, the ink never rests by the tip. Take a close look - you see some white space between the ink and the tip before she touches the paper. The ink as to be at the tip otherwise hard starts happen - especially on a fine tip nib. I didn't see this the first time. That means the tines are too far apart at the tip. Doing a bit of delicate work on the tines would fix the problem. If the tines are closer together the ink will completely fill the channel.
i heard that if you take a new nib and heat it in the flame of a lighter .... it removes something that keeps it from working ... HAVE YOU TIRED THIS? PS>>>> Great WORK, i love the holder!
I like the tone of her voice so don't mind the volume. We should be all greatful to her sharing her knowledge, tips and skills. If you complain for a very simple volume problem which by the way you can easily deal with, then you shall never use a stubborn Brause Rose.
amazing video! I'm just starting now!!! Are you using a specific paper? Or only for me , after one point my nib is stuck on the paper and break the whole writing thing? :(
What a very strange and peculiar thing. I am sure that this is a technique that has a name for certain kinds of nibs. But I do not know what that is called. Very interesting video and now I will know if I ever run into this in the future. Thank you.
I cant get the 66 to write by my life! I tried everything the ink is not flowwing, or it is flowing for one short stroke than the rest of the ink is in the back part of the nib and wont flow to the front
Are these nibs only for the holders or can it be used by a fountain pen with ink cartridges? And what about the blue pumpkin as well? Specifically for the jinhao x750 or the noodlers Ahab?
Rumeel12708 These steel dip nibs are not recommended for fountain pens with ink cartridges, because they will rust quickly. However I have heard that it can be done. There are some tutorials floating around. The Desideratapen.com uses a Zebra G with an ink cartridge.
Yeah I've seen a guy use the rose crause nib on his jinhao 450 so that's why I asked but I guess I have to do something to it but thank you, awesome writing
Doesn't the type of paper have anything to do with the ink flow? I could tell that the paper you were using was not nice letter writing paper. It sounded scratchy. Isn't that hard on a nib?
Just properly clean thenoilsnoff and it will work amazing without any hassle at all that's why the older one works better you have eventually wiped it all off but you could get that ease from day one just use a light or mat h for a few seconds on ea h side don't burn the metal black just 2-3 seconds ea h side then dip in water and wipe with paper towel immediately
@@OpenInkStand Did you find a solution to the problem. Was thinking they may have some nickle or other alloy that they use in the steel that is causing the problem. If the acetone or nail polish remover didn't work you could try buff it with some 000 steel wool. The acetone should remove the oils on the surface of the steel. The steel wool could rough the surface enough to allow the inks surface tension to hold. That would take the surface scale off. The leaving it iron gaul and allowing it to sit for a days may be removing the scale from the steel enough for it to grab the ink. Heating it and a little cider vinegar would take the scale off if the acetone/nail polish didn't. The iron gaul may be acidic and pitting the steel just enough to keep the inks surface tension from working.
You didn't treat your nib to remove the oil from shipping. That's the entire issue. Had you simply given it a few seconds in a match or lighter flame on each side, dipped in water and then wiped it clean it would have worked amazing from day 1
Same! I'm Singaporean too! I've been searching for white ink but I couldn't find Ph. Martin's Pen White/Bleedproof white ink at art friends, only the Bombay one, and it was so translucent >.< do you know where to buy nice white ink?
OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy I am relatively new to calligraphy and so far have tested 4,5 different nibs and I must say 66EF is my favourite. Thick and thin lines.. and I find it easier to use than others.
I don't like these overly extravagant letters. I appreciate your work but find it too much and too hard to read which defeats the whole pleasure of reading beautifully written words
+OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy Your nails don't bother me as much as the background noise. It sounds like you made the video in the bathroom while someone is taking a shower.
When she starts talking and moving that pen, it is completely mesmerizing. That noise in the background is white noise, completely neutral, and frankly I think it helps me focus on what's important.
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Loved your video. (Especially when you sprung the nib!) Really great to see your process, and how you can fix little problems. A real life video that shows "railroading" happens to the best. I am just starting out at 59 (again) and never knew why I couldn't use my nibs... No TH-cam to watch will free tutorials. What an age we live in! ☮
Welcome back to the world of calligraphy!
I was almost going crazy because of these nibs.Well, I am a beginner so don't know the hints. I always blamed the nibs and the ink, then paper, at last myself. But now i found out what's the problem is called "encouragement point" ! Thank you so much! Your calligraphy looks really pretty and charming, inspiring the community so much, I believe...
Thanks for watching!
I have to tell you that I have enjoyed a number of your videos and your work is amazing and I think you are totally adorable.
Thank you so much for sharing what we all love. From sunny Florida
+Ken Ross Thank you!
Thank you very much for sharing these tips. I have struggled greatly with the Brause. You stripped away the mystery.
It's a tricky nib for sure
Thank you for taking the time to make your videos
+Dustoff85 You're welcome
Man that's beautiful. I loved watching you write in spite of the issues
Now I don't feel so bad! Your method helps a lot! Thank you!
You can also use a wire brush to gently clean off rust as soon as it begins and extend the life of the nib. And oil it back up if your gonna store it without use for a while much like emptying a pen that won't be used for a while....little preparation and care here and there goes a very long way. I love your work and hope to be that smooth and effortless one day as well!!!
The encouragement method. *jumps with pom poms* Great work there!
+Darren Ong Thanks!
you are a genius and so natural and original - Hats Off - Sheer Brilliance - may you live long
+JaganMohan Reddy Thank you
I could watch you write all day. It inspires me to improve, it's relaxing and your hand is gorgeous. That nib and a Principal I really love. I find the Nikko G difficult to start for some reason. Got your tip down for the Brause Rose which is a joy to use, but not a fan of the Nikko G :( I wish you taught classes on the East coast.
Thank you! I don't often use the Nikko G anymore. I do correspondence and Skype classes for out of towners.
I just mailed my envelope off to you today...you should receive it by Thursday or Friday :) J
OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy please give email address or where to get information
I experience the same thing with my new Gillot 303 nib despite it has been cleaned and prepped with various methods (toothpaste, pen cleaner, flame/match method). It is really kinda annoying to see the ink creeping upwards instead of downwards when you apply pressure to the nib. I will try the tips you shared.
Cyruss Deus
you are such a brilliant calligrapher and I love watching and learning from you. I wish I lived closer or you visited Australia- I would love to do a class with you...thanks for sharing all your experiences...it helps so much cheers Desley
Thank you!
This is the most helpful video I've seen yet having to do with fountain pens or dip pens. I had thought what I needed was a quality fountain pen to do the calligraphy I've been wanting to learn and this video has convinced me to invest in dip pens. I have a couple and have had trouble starting, now I know why. I have bought new calligraphy sets at garage sales and all of them are cartridge and now I know it isn't what I really want. I even bought one set that looks like dip but there are cartridge inks included and I don't know where to install them! I am soooo novice. I'm hoping the book can shed some light! I just subscribed as I know I will learn a lot from your videos. Thank you so much. I hate when I see people type mean things about your videos. I'm glad you don't even acknowledge their comments from what I have seen. I have to see how I can get my hands on some of these nibs and the oblique holder and I'm hoping they aren't too expensive. Hugs, I'll be visiting your videos often. Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to share with us on TH-cam!
Garage sales will rarely yield good dip pens, they're usually rusty, damaged etc. It's best to just buy them new from paperinkarts.com or johnnealbooks.com. It is not expensive. They do not come with cartridges, you will have to keep dipping to replenish the ink. But it is not a hindrance at all. Good luck and have fun with your practice! Kind comments like yours are worth 100 of the mean comments :)
This was immensely useful. THANK you. I really like the Rose's feel when flexing, but the hard starts grate on my nerves like nobody's business. That's the reason why I kinda gave up on them :/
I'll try these out when I buy another batch. Thanks again!
Kevin Joric Apolonio Tell me about it, it's a very frustrating nib. Someone also told me that if you soak it in iron gall for a few hours, it should write better. I havent tried that though..
I just remembered that I had some small measure of luck taking a buffing board to that last mm of underside. Since the hydrophobic coating there seems more resistant than elsewhere, polishing it off helped. Of course, since I wasn't much experienced with stuff like that yet, it ended up becoming a bit scratchy.
... Maybe I should try again :/
Kevin Joric Apolonio I did the same, and yes it got really scratchy. It is just a matter of getting used to the nib...
I am so grateful for your videos
Thanks for all the time and effort you put in on them. You are an excellent teacher. I am just beginning to get into this art form, and I so much want to be good at this. I am waiting for my first oblique pen to arrive in the mail. I still need to buy some ink. is there a brand you would recommend?
I'm happy to see how to get my nib started before I get frustrated and give up. Thanks for sharing this! Good day to you... ~ Karla
Karla Smith Good luck!
ooww ~ i just bought my rose nib today and it cause the problems u had mention there ..
so your video really help me soo weeellll plus im a newbie in calligraphy ..
Thanks a lot 😁😁😁
Hi, thank you for a very useful video. Your writing is beautiful! I am not a calligrapher, I intent to try to use the nib for sketching with variable lines. I have no idea if it will work but I love to experiment.
Absolutely, comic artists and illustrators use nibs for sketching and drawing all the time. You'll love it!
Really informative and practical.
This is a reply to Atas Fong, you can buy good oblique penholders from Paperinkarts.com or Johnealbooks.com, those will be much better than the Speedball. I have never used the Yoke pen in my videos.
amazing..you make it look easy....very beautiful!
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Thank you! I'm going to try it out with my Hunt 101 later. Was facing the same problem of not starting.
Jason Tay Good luck!
I was wondering if your pen holders are from the Yoke co. Are there any alternatives than those? they seem really expensive for a holder, but I don't want the speedball version, either. thanks for the video.
I Like this video because steps are very beautifully explained
Thank you so much! I was frustrated and baffled as to why my new 66 EF nib writes nothing at all.
+nabi767 You're not alone!
Excellent video. Thank you
Thank you! This was interesting. I have seen this nib listed, but I do not know anyone who uses it. 🌹
lovely Video Schin!!and
Seen the way how the nib has gone but with a little efforts you could bring the both tines closer by forcing opposite ways.
For gaining the original closer setting by forcing it needs a little practice. Also it is very tricky and still it not the best point you have until you try several times.
Brilliant. The Physics of Ink.
Oh I really love this nib , thank you so much !! Thanks for sharing,
***** You're welcome!
I don't have experience with this kind of nib but it looks like its the meniscus of the water/ink that's preventing the ink from flowing downwards. You can "break" the meniscus by adding a very tiny amount of soap to the ink, at least this is what we do in film photography to make the water roll of the film when it dries.
+Ed Tse Really! I must try that, it sounds like a good idea!! Thank you!
great idea - better dispersing of the ink surface!
Dear lady, it is a pleasure just to watch you. What a hand! It is so beautiful. However, I would like your views on a flexible fountain pen for this work. Where perhaps less ink dipping is needed? Wonderful work. Than you so much
You do beautiful work :D
EXCELENTE TECNICA DE FLORITURAS...tu vision de rasgos, amen que ya los hays practicado muchisisimino y sean parte de tu vocabulario de razgos, tu video aunque largo pero no me perdi algo,GRACIAS POR DARNOS ESA INQUIETUD DE QUE PODEMOS HACER COSAS HERMOSAS...esspero te cueste trabajo entenderme como a mi me cuesta enterderte,,,jajajaj un abrazo desde MEXICO DF. ING. GERMAN
Thank you for sharing, Schin :)
Pay attention to how the ink pools up like beads of water on a ducks back. That's from the oil to protect from rust in storage and shipping. Burn it off few seconds each side then wipe clean
what's the difference between the (plastic) speedball oblique holder & the wooden holder? Are there any huge differences in terms of performance?
So writing cursive is best for the braise rose?
Try gripping the nib with tweezers and submerging it in boiling water for fifteen to twenty seconds, it removes manufacturing oils better than alcohol.
Austin Malone That is a good idea.. I'll try it. Thanks!
This looks like a classic case of something called baby's bottom, a somewhat common problem with new nibs in fountain pens. That fact that it will write as long as you start in a wet spot on the paper tells me this is the problem. This means the nib ink channel is not touching the paper. It has to for any nib to work right. Using a bit of micro mesh will fix the problem quickly. There are plenty of videos on how to fix this.
ralphw3 This is very good information, and I didn't know FPs have the same problem. Thanks, I'll try using micro mesh.
I think its more of the nib being too flexible. Whenever ink tries to flow, the mere pressure of normal writing spreads the tines so it cant write. Unlike fountain pens that have ink reservoirs and feeds that supply the nib with ink
+The Pen Show It could be because of that but I don't think so. Looking at the video again, the ink never rests by the tip. Take a close look - you see some white space between the ink and the tip before she touches the paper. The ink as to be at the tip otherwise hard starts happen - especially on a fine tip nib. I didn't see this the first time. That means the tines are too far apart at the tip. Doing a bit of delicate work on the tines would fix the problem. If the tines are closer together the ink will completely fill the channel.
There being no tipping on these dip nibs, I doubt that could be the problem.
i heard that if you take a new nib and heat it in the flame of a lighter .... it removes something that keeps it from working ... HAVE YOU TIRED THIS?
PS>>>> Great WORK, i love the holder!
holy crap. I like having ear drums. did you have to crank the recording volume to the ear bleed setting>?
I'm not good at computery video editing things!
as he wasnt able to find the volume button, he isnt either
Im dYiNG
I like the tone of her voice so don't mind the volume. We should be all greatful to her sharing her knowledge, tips and skills.
If you complain for a very simple volume problem which by the way you can easily deal with, then you shall never use a stubborn Brause Rose.
amazing video! I'm just starting now!!! Are you using a specific paper? Or only for me , after one point my nib is stuck on the paper and break the whole writing thing? :(
Not sure what you mean?
@@OpenInkStand probably is just because I’m not confident with the pen.. any suggestion about the paper that can be used for it? Thanks!
I almost gave up on my Brause but thank u for making this video. :) Do you put gum arabic in your ink?
what kind of black paper should i use if im decorating for christmas cards or something?
Amazing skillz what paper u use?
What a very strange and peculiar thing. I am sure that this is a technique that has a name for certain kinds of nibs. But I do not know what that is called. Very interesting video and now I will know if I ever run into this in the future. Thank you.
+Feanor Thank you!
For the new nib, did you just use rubbing alcohol to get rid of the protective oils?
Yes. You can also try using soap and water or toothpaste to remove the protective oils.
OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy Thanks for the reply
How much experience would you say is needed to properly use these Brause nibs?
Janarth Dhayalan It's super easy, any beginner can do it.
is your nib scratchy? my gets caught on paper even when it is wet and i just got it
I cant get the 66 to write by my life! I tried everything the ink is not flowwing, or it is flowing for one short stroke than the rest of the ink is in the back part of the nib and wont flow to the front
+pilotstyle123 Make sure it is not sprung.. then clean it with rubbing alcohol or dishsoap. And use good ink, not fountain pen ink
Are these nibs only for the holders or can it be used by a fountain pen with ink cartridges? And what about the blue pumpkin as well? Specifically for the jinhao x750 or the noodlers Ahab?
Rumeel12708 These steel dip nibs are not recommended for fountain pens with ink cartridges, because they will rust quickly. However I have heard that it can be done. There are some tutorials floating around. The Desideratapen.com uses a Zebra G with an ink cartridge.
Yeah I've seen a guy use the rose crause nib on his jinhao 450 so that's why I asked but I guess I have to do something to it but thank you, awesome writing
Rumeel12708 Wow! Amazing what people come up with these days.
Doesn't the type of paper have anything to do with the ink flow? I could tell that the paper you were using was not nice letter writing paper. It sounded scratchy. Isn't that hard on a nib?
Yes, paper is very important. Scratchy paper is indeed hard on a nib. However I don't mind changing nibs often if my end product looks good!
I understand-thanks for your reply. KJ
Do you clean your fountain pens with that rubbing alcohol?
Robert yeah thats why i was curious, it would hurt my heart if someone destroyed a pen using rubbing alcohol.
Why work on notebook paper?
i suggest comparing the japanese g-pen nibs, it would also help out new people who ink comics/manga
crimson35124 Good idea, that's my next one.
I think it's simply because the nib is old, and has been bent into a constant "open" position from long term use
You may be right
Just properly clean thenoilsnoff and it will work amazing without any hassle at all that's why the older one works better you have eventually wiped it all off but you could get that ease from day one just use a light or mat h for a few seconds on ea h side don't burn the metal black just 2-3 seconds ea h side then dip in water and wipe with paper towel immediately
can you tell me a few good types of ink? and the white one; which producer makes it?
The white ink is bleedproof white ink.
Thanks for sharing
Acitone or finger nail polish remover. Thinner ink.
Robert Fleming Gotta try that...!
@@OpenInkStand Did you find a solution to the problem. Was thinking they may have some nickle or other alloy that they use in the steel that is causing the problem. If the acetone or nail polish remover didn't work you could try buff it with some 000 steel wool. The acetone should remove the oils on the surface of the steel. The steel wool could rough the surface enough to allow the inks surface tension to hold. That would take the surface scale off. The leaving it iron gaul and allowing it to sit for a days may be removing the scale from the steel enough for it to grab the ink. Heating it and a little cider vinegar would take the scale off if the acetone/nail polish didn't. The iron gaul may be acidic and pitting the steel just enough to keep the inks surface tension from working.
Do you ever use quills?
Nick Doe I tried but cutting quills for pointed pen script was too difficult!
You didn't treat your nib to remove the oil from shipping. That's the entire issue. Had you simply given it a few seconds in a match or lighter flame on each side, dipped in water and then wiped it clean it would have worked amazing from day 1
What is the brand of the white ink? I could watch you write for hours 😊
+Sabrina Chong Thanks! I use Dr. PH Martin's bleedproof white
+OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy Thank you Schin Loong :) Are you Singaporean btw?
Sabrina Chong No, I am Malaysian.. haha
Haha close enough ex neighbour! :) I am from Singapore!
Same! I'm Singaporean too! I've been searching for white ink but I couldn't find Ph. Martin's Pen White/Bleedproof white ink at art friends, only the Bombay one, and it was so translucent >.< do you know where to buy nice white ink?
a moment of silence for the new nib. hope your finger's ok. i used to have the 66EF but using it was so frustrating i must've thrown it away.
himasf I don't blame you.. it's a tricky nib. But when it works, it does incredible shades!
OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy I am relatively new to calligraphy and so far have tested 4,5 different nibs and I must say 66EF is my favourite. Thick and thin lines.. and I find it easier to use than others.
50sorrowC Yes it's a very nice nib!
That's so cool
everytime i spring mine, i just fix it with my fingernail... its not gone forever!
Amazing
Call it the "touch and go" method :D
Nick Doe Wish I thought of that!
I think I love you!
+Make Stuff Haha
tips:no matter how u write, then add the perfect"a" . other people: Wow
many UPS in this video... lol
Why don't you like put that in a pen?
+Mr. Red Bird I'm sorry don't understand your question?
OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy Why is the nib not attached to a pen?
Dafuq u can do that so easily!!!
Lick it
That need for encouragement makes the nib pretty useless in my opinion.
I don't like these overly extravagant letters. I appreciate your work but find it too much and too hard to read which defeats the whole pleasure of reading beautifully written words
Dr Frankenstein only capital letters are so elaborate . It is not for an everyday writing indeed .
your plastic nail is very irritating i wish you have taken it away...
+Zulmai Khan I don't think it takes away from the educational aspect of the video
+OpenInkStand Art & Calligraphy Your nails don't bother me as much as the background noise. It sounds like you made the video in the bathroom while someone is taking a shower.
Taran Tula I agree, people are just picky bitches.
When she starts talking and moving that pen, it is completely mesmerizing. That noise in the background is white noise, completely neutral, and frankly I think it helps me focus on what's important.