2022 state of the scholar, tray two
I continue taking inventory of my pen collection this week. A process I started back in July. I like to think through my collection from time to time.
This week, I journey through a second of my four 13-pen trays. The tray I lovingly call “The pen tray of large assortments.”
Finding novelty in what I already have, a mnml digest
Five links. Ten sentences or fewer. On finding novelty in what I already have. Making something new out of what’s already in my study. And reading new possibilities into what I already have.
Reflections on my second DC Pen Show, a mnml guest post
Attending a show by oneself is a great experience. It gives space to taking in the inevitable overstimulation of the DC pen show at one’s own pace. My first DC show was a solo visit and was the right way for me to experience a pen show at that moment.
But my second DC show? Having a crew that includes your Pen Twin (PT) grants the ability for buddies to play off of each other. Simultaneously, you both have the comfort and freedom to wander while having a “home group” adds a new dimension to the experience.
Bringing another newly tuned nib into the fold
Two new pens enter this week’s rotation.
My Pilot Custom 74 steps up as this week’s daily driver. I’m excited to try this pen out. My first inking since All in the Nib customized the EF nib to suit my high writing angle and preference for pencil like feedback. I also introduced my Franklin-Christoph 03 in Ghost. This pen was last inked in March. A substantial stint in the pen trays.
So. Excited.