I think I may be an art supply hoarder. I've been drawing with pen and ink nearly every day for almost 2 years, and just today I find a treasure trove of inking supplies! Included are several dip pens in multiple sizes, countless nibs in many styles, a dozen large Levenger inks, all in different colors, and a large emerald ink in a fancy bottle. I MUST have a fairy godmother! How on earth am I to carry on with Thanksgiving as usual with all of these glittering gems calling my name? This ink is cocoa, and takes on a beautiful cool wine shade when water is applied. It moves well enough with a little persistence. The golden nib has tiny writing on it, but I forgot to check it before cleaning and putting it away. The nib is very fine and scratches at my cotton paper a bit. Though it has a deep well, it does not hold the ink as well as my new nibs. Could this just be the way antique nibs are? I don't know, but I'm going to have fun finding out. I may just have 70 other nibs awaiting my attention! Painting number 1778 in 1778 days.
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