I use them because they're more fine than fountain pens and because fineliners are absolutely awful. The felt tips cause lines to have a fuzziness to them that look horrible when scanned into the computer. Dip pens may be a pain sometimes but once you get used to them they produce some of the most crisp lines imaginable.
When I was in school we were forced to use similar pens, just the ink was in the pen holder instead and you didn't have to dip it into ink! I have no idea why we had to use them! But we could use normal pens once we were in higher classes! It was still fun to experiment with different nibs that you could exchange!
+makoccino Yeah, for some reason they are also used a lot in my highschool (even the younger kids from the joined middle school use them). Though we are allowed to use most any pen, but on tests/exams it's either ballpoint pens or fountain pens. We all prefer the fountain ones because they are actually erasable (but only once), compared to ballpoint pens which you can't erase at all. Plus, they are relatively inexpensive, as 100 pieces of the ink usually cost max ~5€ (sadly the multicolored ones are non-erasable and cost a bit more)
makoccino sorry to say that but what ur describing isn’t meant to be used as a drawing tool and therefore it feels completely different and is just shitty for drawing ( forgot the name , only now it in german)
So it seems like I forgot to include the most important: How to use the dip pen. It's in the name, literally just *dip* the *pen* into your ink and you're good to go. P.S. thanks for 100k everyone!
The ink is blacker and more opaque than the micron, also the lines can be thick and thin vs the microns. Microns are fast and great for sketching, the dip pens are more like a paintbrush perfect for a final inked image. Smoother Bristol board works great for dip pen drawing or the microns. Alcohol will clean the oil off the nibs too.
Vellum Bristol paper is great, nice and smooth, and depending on the ink you use (I use either Higgins "Black magic" for writing or Deleter Black 4 for illustration (it's got a little black cat on it)) the inkwell ink will also be waterproof, alcohol proof/resistant, and (for some more than others) will resist having the pencil underneath get erased while still staying strong and dark and not get faded lines while erasing the pencil sketch underneath, which microns can struggle with at times and fade a bit. Deleter Black 4 is the best ink I've used, waterproof, alcohol proof, super black, and super erase resistant.
My great-great aunt was an art teacher, and I have a couple of her dip-pens, so they're almost antique. I think it's important to learn a traditional technique like this and not always rely on modern tools that are designed to 'make it easy.' It doesn't matter if the results aren't perfect, you learn just by trying, and I love the feeling of being connected somehow to history.
I 'played' with dip pens belonging to my mother when I was about twelve years old and really loved them. I don't know why I didn't keep up with them but recently came across the set again while clearing out my Mom's condo-we're now talking almost 50 years later! I took them home with me , have bought some inks and am looking forward to 'playing' with them again. There is something so heartwarming about bringing a traditional art form forward from generation to generation. I only wish I had asked my mother more questions about how she had first learned to use the pens, where her set came from, what art she created with them...
We have synthesizers now... why play musical instruments? It's a bit facetious, but a very accurate comparison. Quill pens, or "dip" pens, produce lively lines with a great deal of character. Like playing music on real acoustic instruments will never be 'outdated', likewise, the quill pen will never be completely replaced as an artist's tool.
Beginner artists, please don't be hesitant to try dip pens just because you find regular pens cheaper! After you buy 3-4 nibs (I tape them to a pencil without buying a nib holder because I am cheap) and some ink, you are all set to go. Ink lasts for a very long time and it's very fun to experiment with.
I love my dip pens! One of my favorite tools to use. I just want to add, make sure to also clean the top or opening of the pen holder, and let it dry with the opening facing downward so any excess water/ink can drain out. Sometimes you may accidentally get ink into the hole. Which can make it harder to insert and remove the nib if the ink dries inside, as well as it getting gunky in general. Also make sure you buy the right pen holder for the nib you want to use, some are made specifically for smaller or bigger nibs. Thanks for the video. :)
From what i can tell, she has a Hiro 41 and Hiro 40 nib. She uses the Hiro 41 when she writes out the ink colors she uses. The Hiro 40 she uses whn she wants thick bold lines. I find personally that the Hiro 40 has alot of personality and is alot of fun for cartooning. The other nib she uses in the video is the Zebra G, a very popular nib with manga artists. The G nib was uses in the beginning writing RUclips in pink, and i think at the end with the illustration. Hope this helps!
Holy cow, that's really inexpensive. I've been using Microns, but I'll have to give this technique a shot. As a side note, your voiceovers are well done. You're very concise and articulate, which are rare qualities on RUclips. :)
Yes! I just came here to comment this. I am a professional calligrapher and if it's scratching and it works fine then it's no biggie, but if you feel like it's having trouble flowing or it's catching in the paper, the angle is the most likely suspect! You might try an oblique pen if you haven't already, to help achieve that angle, but it's really about playing around with it until you get the muscle memory for where it is.
I got the 4th from left to right at 1:15 and a wooden holder, and a 20ml bottle of ink for a total of 3 dollars from the local art supply store. 20 ml ink last a lot. Very inexpensive and fun. I use my set for calligraphy, sketching, inking. I recommend drawing over newspaper or some other protective paper or surface for when you accidentally spill the bottle or drop your pen. Also don't leave the open bottle next to your computer mouse.
Thank you for explaining preparation of nib - mine didn't work too well, your tips helped the ink flow as it should. I learned something new, and much more. Will be using mine more in class I just started taking. Happy girl !
you are amazing!! the way you film and edit as well, seriously better than some big budget projects I've seen- just every shot was like a piece of art, you've always been like that though even in your polymer clay tutorials, I just wanted to tell you that I really appreciate the effort you go to in your videos! your tips are helpful and make me excited to experiment!
I grew up in France in the fifties and we had to use a pen and nib which we dipped in an ink well. What a mess we made in first grade. Our fingers were covered with ink. When ball points came, it was so liberating. I still use the nib for art project. Great video!
great video , i found i went back to the dipping of nibs for these reasons on my designs and storyboards,. Love how you show in your titles the physics of the ink itself having immense beauty, showing that Brownian motion ( the motion of atoms giggle the gold flakes) and fluid dynamics too.
I absolutely love dip pens, and glass pens! There's this certain style of linearting and shading you can achieve with them that I can't really replicate via Microns.
Thank you, I have wanted one of these but have held off because I have too many other projects to do aside from not knowing all I would need to get started. Your video did a great job covering information for beginners like me..!
Irene Wang I'm guessing you're talking about the drawing at the end haha. I put some brown watercolor on my dip pen and lined it with that. And Jess Metcalfe is right, the ink bleeds depending on what paper you're using
EXCELLENT video! I was reading through an art book and it was going through different mediums and mentioned a "stylograph". A quick search on youtube of the word brought me to your video and I'm really glad it did! I'm normally strictly a pencil artist (realism), but want to branch out into ink pens not only because of how beautiful I think the medium is, but because I used to draw alot of cartoons growing up and want to try my hand at comic book style drawing. I know now where to come for questions when I actually decide to make my purchase! (And what and where to purchase!) Thank you!
I have played around with fountain pens for drawing before, as well as dip pens. Though I must say I enjoy my fountain pens more because of how smooth they are, with my only gripe is the incredible stiffness of my "flex" nibs
Thank you so much for making this video! I really like calligraphy and fashion illustrations, and trying to somehow incorporate both using dip pens. Anyway, have a nice day and enjoy drawing.
the 8 dollar set with the eraser, I got it in China before and it only cost less than 2 dollar, so its cheap made, better stick with speedball instead.
Vellum is a great medium to draw on with the dip pens the only thing is it takes a little bit longer to dry so watch your hand when you’re leaning it on the paper or brushing it across that you just used on vellum because it will get smudged around if you are not careful. Thank you for doing these videos I really love them
+AwesomeMaddy 1 (Enya Dragon) At first, I was thinking the same thing. But when I got them, it was pretty easy to adjust to, despite being left handed. The way you hold them is like a brush to really be able to apply pressure and vice versa.
+AwesomeMaddy 1 Hey, as an artist, you gotta learn. Buy a cheap one and try it out. If you don't like, then you don't like it, if you get into the feel of it, cool! Now you know :3 But you won't learn anything if you don't go out of your comfort zone.
+Ashcat I'm also left handed and i found fountain pens to be so much better than ballpoint pens even though they're "not recommended" for left handers. Although i have tried a few dip pens and they are way too light for me, i might try one of those nice glass ones if i can find someone who sells them here though
+Listya Ari Calligraphy ink is thicker than inks like fountain, making it hold onto the pen longer. Thinner inks flow off fast, giving you less control and necessitating more dips.
+Karen Daniel oh i see.. then what about watercolor inks/drawing inks? there are a tranclucent one and opaque one. does the consistency same as the fountain pen ink?
I've just recently started using dip pens and this video was amazing and just the thing I needed to help me. I tried a while ago to use some of my mind but forgot to clean then and ended up having to spend about half a day rubbing the ink off, I won't be making that mistake again. Thank you for such an informative video, I've liked it and now subscribed to you.
Really enjoyed your short presentation on dip pens, finding your explanation perfect for one who is entertaining getting into using what many consider near obsolete. Dip pens are as near idea as one can hope to get, since they permit versatility and hard wearing tips that compliment most peoples drawing style without being overly specialized or finicky to use. Thank you for your efforts. Hope more will entertain trying steel dip pens in their work for future drawings.
Totally unrelated to dip pens, but when i first saw this video, it was also the first time i saw characters from bee and puppycat. Now bee and puppycat is my favourite show, so thank you for kind of introducing me to it!
This was the most relaxing video I've ever watched. Beautiful soothing voice, perfect music, just really nice. I was Stressing over my math homework and your video was my procrastination.
I know this video is two years old, but thanks for it anyway. Today I found this dip pen in my granddad's house, he told me he found it a couple of months ago, it only has one nib, which was already inside the pen, and the pen holder is made of silver! He said I could have it if I wanted, so I'm in the process of cleaning it right now. It was in a pretty bad condition, the pen holder didn't even look silver, but now I can see it starting to shine. I can't wait for my mum to buy me some extra nibs and some ink so that I can start using it. Again, thanks for the informative video!
Thanks a lot! I just got the the manga set with the blue eraser and I couldn't get it to hold ink and now I know why. So in return I will give you some valuable advise; I got it on eBay for .99¢ with free shipping.
Since watching this video when it was uploaded I had been itching to try using a dip pen. Then when I started my uni course and took a wander around the supply shop I spotted some dip pens and bought one to try (they're cheap and you can't change the nib) and.. I have to say I'm in love with drawing with them!! The pens from the supply shop didn't last long due to my inexperience and the cheapness of the nib, BUT I ordered myself a set and am excited to practice so much more with them! So, long story short, thank you so so much for introducing me to the wonderful world of dip pens ^.^
Ugh I had a set then lost it because I was getting frustrated as I didn't know how to use. Wish I knew where it was as it looks cool now because of your tips!
Aaah this is such a lovely video! And your channel has a wonderful aesthetic to it too. Your camerawork and videography is fantastic! It's such a treat to the eyes * A * congratulations on a wonderful channel!!
I love all your videos so much!!! You're a fantastic artist and make beautiful paintings. A huge source of inspiration. I love your color choices and the fact that you're authentic.
I bought one on a convent. Sure there were expensive ones (fancy holders, a few different nibs) but I found a really cheap one that's just a nib attached to a nicely painted Chinese food sick. I thiught I could go fancy calligraphy with it but turned out it's rather stiff and was tearing paper when I pressed too hard to make a thick line. So I put it away and it was unused, looking nice on my shelf. I re-discovered it when I decided to do the Inktober challenge this year. It's really cool to draw with, especially that for drawing I preffer thin lines!
This was great. very informative. do you have a video that explains the different types of nibs, what they're used for, or what kind of lines they can make?
Other tips for ink. 1. If you buy speedball, clean the lid and the rim so it doesn't harden. I can't open mine and it's still full. 2. Higgins ink works well but now for watercolors. It doesn't dry fast and the water will make the painting look bad. It works well for calligraphy and outlining for markers (like copies and prismacolor) though.
dip pens bring me back memories of primary school. Pencils or ballpoint pens were not allowed, all the kids had their fingers and paper covered in ink.. such a mess lol
Great video! What is the difference between calligraphy pens and dip pens? I have a set of calligraphy pens with little ink cylinders, can they be used to just dip?
I like the variety of lines and the freedoms of colors. I can create a large variety of art types. Almost anything that comes to mind if I have a couple fine paint brushes in my kit and some water bottle caps to mix ink colors for the perfect shades. I think I'm going to try making some custom nibs soon just to get some unique styles on my calligraphy.
Thank you for this little video! I just got into dip pens with ink and I’m in love. I was lacking in the proper usage department, so this was super helpful❤️
This is an amazingly detailed and simple video, you explained and answered everything that I had a question about. Nicely done, you've earned a new subscriber!
Very good explanation covering basically all pertinent info. While I personally prefer fountain pens because they are easier to use on the go, don't require dipping, have less chance of accidental spills, a good flexible fountain pen will cost WAY more than a good flexible dip pen. I still use my dip pens when I really want some great line variation and need tighter control than my brush pen.
One thing I discovered about dip pen's that haunts me to this day is that if you make your own ink, always use soot, most other recipes for plant based inks tend to have salt or vinegar, and if you fail to wash you nibs after using them, they get rusty beyond repair, something I learned the hard way. Also, when making ink with soot, the best way to get soot is to clean out an oil lamp, or just hold a bowl over one. Crushed up charcoal won't work well, another lesson I learned.
i got inspired by this video and went out and got a dip pen. it feels really nice to use it for some reason lol, like i feel like i should write a letter on old paper and put it in a bottle, metaphorically describing my feelings of collecting something warm and nice.
It's for signing declarations of Independence.
I respect 🤝
Facts. Loool
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Literally only because you feel like a wizard
3 years later and YOU HEARTED MY COMMENT. I am thankful, senpai.
Oml yes ikr!? XDDD
Ohgh that feel with dip pen tip just priceless. Great for Meditative drawing.
I have dip pens and can confirm
I use them because they're more fine than fountain pens and because fineliners are absolutely awful. The felt tips cause lines to have a fuzziness to them that look horrible when scanned into the computer. Dip pens may be a pain sometimes but once you get used to them they produce some of the most crisp lines imaginable.
When I was in school we were forced to use similar pens, just the ink was in the pen holder instead and you didn't have to dip it into ink! I have no idea why we had to use them! But we could use normal pens once we were in higher classes! It was still fun to experiment with different nibs that you could exchange!
You mean fountain pens :)
Yes!
+makoccino Yeah, for some reason they are also used a lot in my highschool (even the younger kids from the joined middle school use them). Though we are allowed to use most any pen, but on tests/exams it's either ballpoint pens or fountain pens. We all prefer the fountain ones because they are actually erasable (but only once), compared to ballpoint pens which you can't erase at all. Plus, they are relatively inexpensive, as 100 pieces of the ink usually cost max ~5€ (sadly the multicolored ones are non-erasable and cost a bit more)
Damn, you were using a pen that could have the capability to be thousands of dollars.
makoccino sorry to say that but what ur describing isn’t meant to be used as a drawing tool and therefore it feels completely different and is just shitty for drawing ( forgot the name , only now it in german)
So it seems like I forgot to include the most important: How to use the dip pen.
It's in the name, literally just *dip* the *pen* into your ink and you're good to go.
P.S. thanks for 100k everyone!
MyPetiteCakes can you do different videos like oil paint 101, acrylic paint 101, chalk pastel 101.. etc :)
+Loli Lilo I was thinking the same thing!
Chalk pastel 101 :)
I love this pen 😍
MyPetiteCakes thanks for sharing this is useful :3 and I love using dip pens.
The ink is blacker and more opaque than the micron, also the lines can be thick and thin vs the microns. Microns are fast and great for sketching, the dip pens are more like a paintbrush perfect for a final inked image. Smoother Bristol board works great for dip pen drawing or the microns. Alcohol will clean the oil off the nibs too.
Vellum Bristol paper is great, nice and smooth, and depending on the ink you use (I use either Higgins "Black magic" for writing or Deleter Black 4 for illustration (it's got a little black cat on it)) the inkwell ink will also be waterproof, alcohol proof/resistant, and (for some more than others) will resist having the pencil underneath get erased while still staying strong and dark and not get faded lines while erasing the pencil sketch underneath, which microns can struggle with at times and fade a bit. Deleter Black 4 is the best ink I've used, waterproof, alcohol proof, super black, and super erase resistant.
>Why do artists still use them?
Because it DIP PENS on the occasion
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I'm ashamed of myself for laughing but damn was that a good one
Ha ha ha screw you
No hard feelings
(Rimshot)
I shouldn’t have laughed at this
My great-great aunt was an art teacher, and I have a couple of her dip-pens, so they're almost antique. I think it's important to learn a traditional technique like this and not always rely on modern tools that are designed to 'make it easy.' It doesn't matter if the results aren't perfect, you learn just by trying, and I love the feeling of being connected somehow to history.
reject modernity, embrace tradition
@@yokatta-f then y are u on youtube or have internet
@@yokatta-f No, I don't think I will
The cool thing about traditional materials is that they’re very intuitive precisely because they’re low tech, so they can free your mind a little bit.
because its classy as fuck
What do you want to achieve by this language?!
servandovill best way to deal with an idiot . Bravo😀
I 'played' with dip pens belonging to my mother when I was about twelve years old and really loved them. I don't know why I didn't keep up with them but recently came across the set again while clearing out my Mom's condo-we're now talking almost 50 years later! I took them home with me , have bought some inks and am looking forward to 'playing' with them again. There is something so heartwarming about bringing a traditional art form forward from generation to generation. I only wish I had asked my mother more questions about how she had first learned to use the pens, where her set came from, what art she created with them...
Ahh still weird doing voiceovers but here's a very requested video!
I love your voice!
MyPetiteCakes you have a great voice ^.^
MyPetiteCakes your voice over videos are the best! :D
You have an extremely pleasant voice
I LOVE YOUR VOICE! KEEP SPEAKING!
We have synthesizers now... why play musical instruments? It's a bit facetious, but a very accurate comparison. Quill pens, or "dip" pens, produce lively lines with a great deal of character. Like playing music on real acoustic instruments will never be 'outdated', likewise, the quill pen will never be completely replaced as an artist's tool.
Beginner artists, please don't be hesitant to try dip pens just because you find regular pens cheaper! After you buy 3-4 nibs (I tape them to a pencil without buying a nib holder because I am cheap) and some ink, you are all set to go. Ink lasts for a very long time and it's very fun to experiment with.
Thank you for your tips on tape the nip to a pencil.
That's really resourceful!
I love my dip pens! One of my favorite tools to use. I just want to add, make sure to also clean the top or opening of the pen holder, and let it dry with the opening facing downward so any excess water/ink can drain out. Sometimes you may accidentally get ink into the hole. Which can make it harder to insert and remove the nib if the ink dries inside, as well as it getting gunky in general.
Also make sure you buy the right pen holder for the nib you want to use, some are made specifically for smaller or bigger nibs.
Thanks for the video. :)
super interesting Video. thank you for that! it makes me wanting to use my dip pens more often :)
From what i can tell, she has a Hiro 41 and Hiro 40 nib. She uses the Hiro 41 when she writes out the ink colors she uses. The Hiro 40 she uses whn she wants thick bold lines. I find personally that the Hiro 40 has alot of personality and is alot of fun for cartooning. The other nib she uses in the video is the Zebra G, a very popular nib with manga artists. The G nib was uses in the beginning writing RUclips in pink, and i think at the end with the illustration.
Hope this helps!
sorry for the misspellings, im dyslexic XD
Thank you! :D
Thank you!
Holy cow, that's really inexpensive. I've been using Microns, but I'll have to give this technique a shot. As a side note, your voiceovers are well done. You're very concise and articulate, which are rare qualities on RUclips. :)
Don't.
when I attempt to do calligraphy, my nib starts making a scratchy sound. *gives up*
elainecheer13 it could be that the paper is too rough
Amy Play Thanks for the reminder, it could be because I was using cold pressed paper
Yes! I just came here to comment this. I am a professional calligrapher and if it's scratching and it works fine then it's no biggie, but if you feel like it's having trouble flowing or it's catching in the paper, the angle is the most likely suspect! You might try an oblique pen if you haven't already, to help achieve that angle, but it's really about playing around with it until you get the muscle memory for where it is.
U need to clean ur nib with alcohol first so the protective oil goes off the nib
That’s normal for dip pens
That cursive, I can't even write the capital letter B..
sameeee
xD
takes practice!
Capital B is hard
The Mighty Tree Me and you both bud... Me and you both....
I got the 4th from left to right at 1:15 and a wooden holder, and a 20ml bottle of ink for a total of 3 dollars from the local art supply store. 20 ml ink last a lot. Very inexpensive and fun. I use my set for calligraphy, sketching, inking. I recommend drawing over newspaper or some other protective paper or surface for when you accidentally spill the bottle or drop your pen. Also don't leave the open bottle next to your computer mouse.
don't tell me you spilled ink on your mouse D:
thanks
I just picked up my first dip pen and I love the feel, sound and the intentional nature of using it. Can't wait to buy ALL of the ink.
I started to use dip pens almost a year ago and I'm so happy I did! It became one of my favorite mediums to create art with
Fantastic video! Beautifully shot and the subject was well covered. Thanks!
I love how educational your videos are now
Thank you for explaining preparation of nib - mine didn't work too well, your tips helped the ink flow as it should. I learned something new, and much more. Will be using mine more in class I just started taking. Happy girl !
you are amazing!! the way you film and edit as well, seriously better than some big budget projects I've seen- just every shot was like a piece of art, you've always been like that though even in your polymer clay tutorials, I just wanted to tell you that I really appreciate the effort you go to in your videos! your tips are helpful and make me excited to experiment!
Really awesome and helpful video! What camera do you use? Thank you! c:
Her voice is soooooo relaxing
i just ordered the one specifically for manga drawings..soo excited..i never thought this day would come..
Loved the video! So informative. May consider getting some materials for myself.
I grew up in France in the fifties and we had to use a pen and nib which we dipped in an ink well. What a mess we made in first grade. Our fingers were covered with ink. When ball points came, it was so liberating. I still use the nib for art project. Great video!
I like how they're less wasteful than fineliners, and find i have more control with them
ahhh yess!i waited so long for you to upload a video,and here is another video!!!thank you!!!
This is so informative, also I would love to see a video on your favourite inks. I've been wanting to try colored ink so I would love that :)
great video , i found i went back to the dipping of nibs for these reasons on my designs and storyboards,. Love how you show in your titles the physics of the ink itself having immense beauty, showing that Brownian motion ( the motion of atoms giggle the gold flakes) and fluid dynamics too.
Literally the most helpful vid I have found by far
Dip pens are so fun to use. The lines feel more natural and dynamic.
Your voice 💕 it's so calming
I absolutely love dip pens, and glass pens! There's this certain style of linearting and shading you can achieve with them that I can't really replicate via Microns.
I am so glad I subscribed to this channel!
Thank you, I have wanted one of these but have held off because I have too many other projects to do aside from not knowing all I would need to get started. Your video did a great job covering information for beginners like me..!
do they bleed a lot? also what color ink did you draw the bee and puppycat drawing? is it just sepia?
Irene Wang It depends on what type of paper you're using it on.
Irene Wang I'm guessing you're talking about the drawing at the end haha. I put some brown watercolor on my dip pen and lined it with that. And Jess Metcalfe is right, the ink bleeds depending on what paper you're using
EXCELLENT video! I was reading through an art book and it was going through different mediums and mentioned a "stylograph". A quick search on youtube of the word brought me to your video and I'm really glad it did! I'm normally strictly a pencil artist (realism), but want to branch out into ink pens not only because of how beautiful I think the medium is, but because I used to draw alot of cartoons growing up and want to try my hand at comic book style drawing.
I know now where to come for questions when I actually decide to make my purchase! (And what and where to purchase!) Thank you!
I'm so glad to have found your channel! so many interesting and professional things! 💚💛💜💙
I wish I lived in a world run by people as calm, composed, soft-spoken, gentle, and kind as you >.
I love your voice overs! This video is really helpful ^_^
I have played around with fountain pens for drawing before, as well as dip pens. Though I must say I enjoy my fountain pens more because of how smooth they are, with my only gripe is the incredible stiffness of my "flex" nibs
so what exactly do dip pens have over fountain pens? other than the easier colour changes and the difference in price, of course.
Flexibility and the ability to use waterproof inks that would clog a fountain pen.
I went and bought a beginner set today. The flex is unreal!
Thank you so much for making this video! I really like calligraphy and fashion illustrations, and trying to somehow incorporate both using dip pens. Anyway, have a nice day and enjoy drawing.
the 8 dollar set with the eraser, I got it in China before and it only cost less than 2 dollar, so its cheap made, better stick with speedball instead.
Vellum is a great medium to draw on with the dip pens the only thing is it takes a little bit longer to dry so watch your hand when you’re leaning it on the paper or brushing it across that you just used on vellum because it will get smudged around if you are not careful. Thank you for doing these videos I really love them
Bee and puppycat!
I SAW THAT
I saw dat on 2k18 xD
Best informative Nib video! Infomative, on topic and, not too much or too little. Thanks so much!
I would really want to try out dip pens, but I'm so worried I'm not gonna be comfortable with them! xD Seems kinda silly, doesn't it?
I fele the same way :P
*feel
+AwesomeMaddy 1 (Enya Dragon) At first, I was thinking the same thing.
But when I got them, it was pretty easy to adjust to, despite being left handed. The way you hold them is like a brush to really be able to apply pressure and vice versa.
+AwesomeMaddy 1 Hey, as an artist, you gotta learn. Buy a cheap one and try it out. If you don't like, then you don't like it, if you get into the feel of it, cool! Now you know :3
But you won't learn anything if you don't go out of your comfort zone.
+Ashcat I'm also left handed and i found fountain pens to be so much better than ballpoint pens even though they're "not recommended" for left handers. Although i have tried a few dip pens and they are way too light for me, i might try one of those nice glass ones if i can find someone who sells them here though
your videos are so soothing, I also really get inspired by your art, I hope you never stop!
do you use a calligraphic ink to use the dip pens, or you use any kind of ink?
+Listya Ari I use any kind of ink really haha. If i'm working with watercolors though I'll usually use waterproof ink.
+Listya Ari Calligraphy ink is thicker than inks like fountain, making it hold onto the pen longer. Thinner inks flow off fast, giving you less control and necessitating more dips.
+Karen Daniel oh i see.. then what about watercolor inks/drawing inks? there are a tranclucent one and opaque one. does the consistency same as the fountain pen ink?
I'm also new to this. I actually just bought my first holder and a couple of nibs awhile ago. So, goodluck to us :)
+Crestie Rina Blakely hahaha yeah, goodluck! \:D/
I've just recently started using dip pens and this video was amazing and just the thing I needed to help me. I tried a while ago to use some of my mind but forgot to clean then and ended up having to spend about half a day rubbing the ink off, I won't be making that mistake again.
Thank you for such an informative video, I've liked it and now subscribed to you.
I could watch you draw for hours! Beautiful
Im in indonesia and in here is about IDR 200.000,- or 20$
Ada kok yang harganya murah + bagus kualitasnya. Cari aja Jinhao X750, harganya sekitaran 70k-100k, terus nibnya bisa diganti ke Zebra G.
Really enjoyed your short presentation on dip pens, finding your explanation perfect for one who is entertaining getting into using what many consider near obsolete. Dip pens are as near idea as one can hope to get, since they permit versatility and hard wearing tips that compliment most peoples drawing style without being overly specialized or finicky to use. Thank you for your efforts. Hope more will entertain trying steel dip pens in their work for future drawings.
"Brittle and flexible", do you even science, bro?
I think what she meant is that it will be able to bend more easily than it should, and when it bends, it could break. But I see what you mean :)
Yeah.
Becomes Hard but also more soft and also flexible and also more bendy and stronger
joseph johnson
What?
Majestic Hotdog and then it breaks
Totally unrelated to dip pens, but when i first saw this video, it was also the first time i saw characters from bee and puppycat. Now bee and puppycat is my favourite show, so thank you for kind of introducing me to it!
"crys in left hander"
I’m also left handed and have just ordered a load of supplies for ink drawing. I’m hoping the “left handed smudge” isn’t going to be a problem.
Laurel Reef Draw from right to left, problem solved. Luckily us artists don't have to draw in the same way we write.
Laurel Reef Draw from right to left, problem solved. Luckily us artists don't have to draw in the same way we write.
I love using dip pens, but I had a lot of trouble with them. These tips are extremely helpful!! Thank you!!
The word nib is so funny
Hailey Josephine yea, right. say it to yourself about 8 times it will sound more weird to you.
i know, i like to repeat NIB when i'm alone
Hailey Josephine nibble
This was the most relaxing video I've ever watched. Beautiful soothing voice, perfect music, just really nice. I was Stressing over my math homework and your video was my procrastination.
TALK LOUDER
i need to turn on full volume to hear u :(
This is the best intro to dip pens video thus far. THANKS!
Ur voice sounds so professional and this video taught me more about dip pens then my high school art teacher ever did
Those nib holders are gorgeous! I've been rocking a tachikawa T-25 for about 5 years now.
I know this video is two years old, but thanks for it anyway. Today I found this dip pen in my granddad's house, he told me he found it a couple of months ago, it only has one nib, which was already inside the pen, and the pen holder is made of silver! He said I could have it if I wanted, so I'm in the process of cleaning it right now. It was in a pretty bad condition, the pen holder didn't even look silver, but now I can see it starting to shine. I can't wait for my mum to buy me some extra nibs and some ink so that I can start using it. Again, thanks for the informative video!
Thanks a lot! I just got the the manga set with the blue eraser and I couldn't get it to hold ink and now I know why. So in return I will give you some valuable advise; I got it on eBay for .99¢ with free shipping.
Great informative video. I have the speedball pen and nibs and I love using them!!
Since watching this video when it was uploaded I had been itching to try using a dip pen. Then when I started my uni course and took a wander around the supply shop I spotted some dip pens and bought one to try (they're cheap and you can't change the nib) and.. I have to say I'm in love with drawing with them!! The pens from the supply shop didn't last long due to my inexperience and the cheapness of the nib, BUT I ordered myself a set and am excited to practice so much more with them! So, long story short, thank you so so much for introducing me to the wonderful world of dip pens ^.^
I use it because I love the texture and its weird that I love how the black comes out. One of my favorite colors is black.
Ugh I had a set then lost it because I was getting frustrated as I didn't know how to use. Wish I knew where it was as it looks cool now because of your tips!
Aaah this is such a lovely video! And your channel has a wonderful aesthetic to it too. Your camerawork and videography is fantastic! It's such a treat to the eyes * A * congratulations on a wonderful channel!!
I was at Hobby Lobby and picked up the bamboo dip pen set to just try. I was very surprised at how good it was for just a sharpened stick!
I love all your videos so much!!! You're a fantastic artist and make beautiful paintings. A huge source of inspiration. I love your color choices and the fact that you're authentic.
I bought one on a convent. Sure there were expensive ones (fancy holders, a few different nibs) but I found a really cheap one that's just a nib attached to a nicely painted Chinese food sick. I thiught I could go fancy calligraphy with it but turned out it's rather stiff and was tearing paper when I pressed too hard to make a thick line. So I put it away and it was unused, looking nice on my shelf. I re-discovered it when I decided to do the Inktober challenge this year. It's really cool to draw with, especially that for drawing I preffer thin lines!
Great introduction. You kept it simple and answered most of my questions. Time to draw!
This was great. very informative. do you have a video that explains the different types of nibs, what they're used for, or what kind of lines they can make?
I use Speedball too. They're a very good brand for the price and have a wide variety of nibs and inks.
Other tips for ink.
1. If you buy speedball, clean the lid and the rim so it doesn't harden. I can't open mine and it's still full.
2. Higgins ink works well but now for watercolors. It doesn't dry fast and the water will make the painting look bad. It works well for calligraphy and outlining for markers (like copies and prismacolor) though.
dip pens bring me back memories of primary school. Pencils or ballpoint pens were not allowed, all the kids had their fingers and paper covered in ink.. such a mess lol
Excellent video! Answered most of my questions and the production quality is fantastic! Thank you! I’m going to go check out more of your videos!
they write so elegantly😍
Great video! What is the difference between calligraphy pens and dip pens? I have a set of calligraphy pens with little ink cylinders, can they be used to just dip?
One of my favorite videos on dip pens!
I love this! Thank you! I want to study calligraphy and use these pens, my art teacher showed me where I could find videos like this.
Ever since I started using dip pens, I can't stop. It is my favourite tool now lol
I like the variety of lines and the freedoms of colors. I can create a large variety of art types. Almost anything that comes to mind if I have a couple fine paint brushes in my kit and some water bottle caps to mix ink colors for the perfect shades.
I think I'm going to try making some custom nibs soon just to get some unique styles on my calligraphy.
Thank you for this little video! I just got into dip pens with ink and I’m in love. I was lacking in the proper usage department, so this was super helpful❤️
This is an amazingly detailed and simple video, you explained and answered everything that I had a question about. Nicely done, you've earned a new subscriber!
Very good explanation covering basically all pertinent info. While I personally prefer fountain pens because they are easier to use on the go, don't require dipping, have less chance of accidental spills, a good flexible fountain pen will cost WAY more than a good flexible dip pen. I still use my dip pens when I really want some great line variation and need tighter control than my brush pen.
No ones gonna talk about how good her drawing is?
One thing I discovered about dip pen's that haunts me to this day is that if you make your own ink, always use soot, most other recipes for plant based inks tend to have salt or vinegar, and if you fail to wash you nibs after using them, they get rusty beyond repair, something I learned the hard way. Also, when making ink with soot, the best way to get soot is to clean out an oil lamp, or just hold a bowl over one. Crushed up charcoal won't work well, another lesson I learned.
your voice is really calming :') i'm looking to start out ink drawing for inktober and this really helped, thanks!
i got inspired by this video and went out and got a dip pen. it feels really nice to use it for some reason lol, like i feel like i should write a letter on old paper and put it in a bottle, metaphorically describing my feelings of collecting something warm and nice.
love dip pens, really fun to draw with!!
Is it possible to use sumi ink with dip pens??? And can you do a review on Daiso sumi ink?