Ink Tank

Ink Tank

By MasgrimesArts
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Ink Tank episodes

  • 4 | What is a Penman?

    Welcome back to Ink Tank.

    In this episode, we discuss what’s been going on since the last episode of Ink Tank, the general format of the show, what makes a penman, and how you can get in touch with us to ask a question or participate in the show.

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    59 min
  • 003 | Michael's Return
    Michael returns from the dead and David is very excited. Where has he been? What has he been doing and how has it affected his penmanship? Find out in this episode!
    For show notes visit http://masgrimes.com/ink-tank-podcast
    46 min
  • 002 | The "Dream Nib" Crisis
    Michael and David discuss the "Dream Nib" crisis, where vintage calligraphy nibs are being price gouged on eBay for extravagant amounts while misrepresenting the original intention of the "Dream Point List".
    Listen to a familiar story about mathematicians hoarding the infamous "Hagoromo" chalk (1:18) and the similarities with the online calligraphy community's obsession with Dr. Joseph Vitolo's (5:45) "Dream Point" list of desirable nibs. What are the processes and characteristics that separate vintage pen points from their contemporary counterparts (20:27) and what goes on inside of these nefarious eBay listings? (33:16) Are "Dream Nibs" worth it, when it comes to price/value? (44:04) Finally, what can we as a community do to move the conversation away from mindless collecting and back to the individual evaluation of materials? (53:35)
    For show notes visit http://masgrimes.com/ink-tank-podcast
    1 hr 8 min

About Ink Tank

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David Grimes and Gray Harris explore the fascinating history of American Penmanship.