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

Ink Tank Podcast

003 | Michael's Return

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

002 | The "Dream Nib" Crisis

Michael and David discuss their introductions into calligraphy (2:35) and an interesting discussion ensues that poses some thought-provoking topics and questions. What are the responsibilities of penmanship instructors today? (15:57) What are the real differences between learning about penwork today versus a century ago? (21:17) What are our hopes for the calligraphy communities online in the next year? (39:00) What does the future of penmanship hold as technology advances? (46:00)  For show notes visit http://masgrimes.com/ink-tank-podcast

001 | Introductions

Michael Gebhart and David Grimes in a podcast on American penmanship and calligraphy in the 21st century.