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How I Practice Calligraphy with Flex Nib Fountain Pens
When I bought my first flex nib fountain pen, I thought the line variation would naturally make my handwriting look more like calligraphy. Over time, I learned that the pen was only one part of the process. This post is a personal account of how I practiced, what helped me improve, the mistakes I made, and the supplies that worked for me.
Best Beginner Flex Fountain Pen? Comparing the Majohn Steel Flex Nib, FPR Ultra Flex Nib, Pilot 912 FA Nib and FPnibs Modified Jowo Semi-Flex Nib
In this article, I compare Majohn steel flex nib, FPR steel ultra flex nib, Pilot Custom 912 FA nib, and FPnibs modified Jowo semi flex nib using writing samples, objective measurements, and real-world writing experience. Hopefully, my experience can help you choose the right beginner-friendly flex nib based on your writing goals rather than simply buying the most popular option.
How to Use a Flex-Nib Fountain Pen Without Breaking It: 3 Common Mistakes Beginners Make
Most guides tell you not to press too hard. In this guide, I want to explain 3 less obvious ways beginners can damage their flex nibs: uneven tine pressure, steep writing angles, and chasing maximum line width too soon. Whether you are new to flex-nib fountain pens or already experienced with flex writing, this guide will help you better understand how to protect your nib and use it with more confidence.
Flex Fountain Pen 101: How to Achieve Thinner Hairlines in Flex Writing
Don’t know how to use flex fountain pens? Want to use flex fountain pens for calligraphy? You are looking at the right post! In this article, I have talked about the secrets of how to create thin hairlines in flex writing. If you want to reach the full potential of your flex fountain pens, don’t miss out on this post!
Flex Fountain Pen 101: What is Snapback from a Pen Writer's Point of View?
In contrast to an artist’s point of view, I have discussed what snapback is as a pen writer and noted a common misconception in this post. Many writing samples are also included in this post to help you determine snapback performance of a flex nib. If you are interested in flex fountain pens or fountain pens in general, don’t miss out on this article!
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Continue from my previous article, when I discussed how the predecessor of fountain pen was gold nib dip pens of the Victorian era. In this article, I want to introduce a couple more gold nib dip pen manufacturers from the 1800s, including Albert G. Bagley, Edward Todd, Mabie Todd, E. S. Johnson, A. Morton and Aikin Lambert. Particularly, I am interested in exploring development of their business and those intricate relationships among these pen makers. If you are also interested in these fine writing instruments back in 1800s, this blog post is for you. ;)