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Wrap up May ’24
Dear reader, despite my best intentions, May did not unfold as I had hoped. I had promised to share some watercolor sketches or pen drawings with you, yet I was unable to do so. However, it was the pen reviews that sustained me and kept my blog active. It is…
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TWSBI vac 700r…rainbow
As the month draws to a close, I’ve managed to complete a third pen review. Let me introduce a ‘special one’ from my collection: the TWSBI VAC 700r Iris, my rainbow pen. What prompted me to purchase this pen? The TWSBI VAC 700r is TWSBI’s flagship model, distinguished by its…
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Opus 88 – Jazzy feeling
Attending a pen show is an adventure in itself. You get to explore new pens, take advantage of discounts, and simply revel in the experience. It’s wise to come a little prepared to maintain perspective amidst the vast options. It was during such exploration that I opted for the OPUS…
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Parker’s King – Duofold
From an early age I grew up and learned to write with Parker pens. For some special occasions, my gift was often a Parker pen. By the way, at that time I couldn’t remember any brands other than Parker or Waterman. The online offer was still non-existent and writing with…
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Wrap up April ’24
Dear reader, April has been a hell of a month. I had a lot planned to do, but circumstances have given my plans a different direction. I suspect that the first faint rays of sunshine have caused some commotion, and that suddenly other things get the upper hand. But this…
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Pelikan 400 vintage -Top!
I haven’t actually been a second-hand buyer all my life. I was raised with the idea of buying everything new. I remember my parents saying that if you buy something second-hand, you are actually buying someone else’s misery. As I get older, I admit that this is rather short-sighted. This…
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Parker Urban, premium
The last few weeks have been very busy. Varying working hours, overtime and preparing to run 10 miles take time. Nevertheless, I try to bring a pen review in between. I want to keep my pen rotation system, no matter what. The pen I changed is a Parker Urban Premium…
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It can be simple and loose, sketching
Yes, I’m that guy who likes to keep things simple. With respect for everyone’s way of experiencing art or letting their creativity take its course. I prefer to make loose sketches in a quick way, expressively, without thinking too much. I have to say that this relaxes me and gives…
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A fude nib is hip, pen swap
It’s time again for another pen swap. This time I’m replacing my Sailor Profit Jr. fountain pen with the Duke 551, so one fude nib replaces the other, kinda interesting. I bought the Sailor Profit Jr. at a local pen shop in Ghent, Timmermans. This pen was in their shop…
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House with greenery
Yes, we are back with a watercolour sketch. A few weeks ago I spoiled myself by buying more professional watercolours. Why? It feels that these colours are more intense and more natural. Appearances can be deceiving, of course. But if you want to do a good job, you have to…
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