Writing with a fountain pen is a labor of love.It is about enjoying the writing process as well as the words themselves.The results vary depending on the size and construction of the pen, the type of ink, and the paper.Due to the fact that it is constructed differently than the average ballpoint pen, it may require some retraining if you are ready to try it out.
Step 1: The pen should be balanced.
Carrying a fountain pen with you could cause weight and balance issues.You can experiment with the cap posted.The cap should be placed on the back of the pen.When the cap is in place, the pen is usually in balance, but each person has a different experience.
Step 2: Take the pen with you.
Pinch the pen between your thumb and index finger, then slide it towards the end of the finger.You can anchor against the page by using the bottom of your hand.Don't press so hard against the paper that free movement is restricted.Don't grab the pen at the bottom.The writing angle and potential ink flow can be affected if the hand is placed too far towards the end.
Step 3: The barrel should be resting on your middle finger.
The positioning in which most people write is similar to this.If the middle finger is guiding and squeezing more than being used as a resting point, adjust the pen's rear closer to the V created where the thumb meets the hand.The pen should be placed closer to the end of your middle finger.
Step 4: The pen should be held at a 40 to 55 degree angle.
The angle allows ink to flow and moves the tines away from the feed.Poor ink flow can be caused by an improper angle.Each fountain pen requires a slightly different angle at which the tines and feed separate.Through practice, you will be able to recognize this.The angles range from 35 degrees to nearly 90 degrees.The feel of the pen will be different than that of a ball-point pen.The full width of the pen's tip is not utilized by a vertical fountain pen.
Step 5: The level of the paper is important.
You don't want the pen to be on either side.It is possible for ink to flow from a variety of angles, but each pen has an optimal spot where the ink flows the best.Writing with a fountain pen can feel inconsistent if the nib is lifted.
Step 6: Do not use your hand muscles.
Pull your arm to the side so that the tip of the pen glides across the page.Most people use their muscles in their hand to write.If you use the large muscles of the arm to control your strokes, you will avoid fatigue in the fingers.The shoulder muscle can be used to glide the pen across the page.Write letters in the air.The wrist should not move very much.
Step 7: Take care of pressure.
Writing with fountain pens does not require the same amount of pressure as writing with ballpoint pens.A fountain pen should not require any pressure.The flow of ink can be affected by pushing down too firmly with a fountain pen.
Step 8: Do not move the pen.
This shouldn't be a problem once you hold the fountain pen.Some people have a habit of rotating their writing devices to find an ideal spot that won't work with fountain pens.The proper page alignment will be changed by rotation with a fountain pen.
Step 9: Use singular strokes of the pen to practice.
It is smart to start with the basics, since using your arm muscles to write in a new way will cause fatigue and inconsistency.Write the letter X.To get used to using a fountain pen, write several lines or pages.You are looking for uniform letters.If you use multiple lines in your first attempt, you can gradually shrink the letters into the traditional single-spaced lines.
Step 10: Write something.
Writing complete sentences could provide a different dilemma if you have practiced simple strokes.You need to try a different angle, ensure that the nib isn't rocking as you write, and reexamine that you're using the proper muscles.The ink will flow freely and there will be less scratching on the paper.
Step 11: An inexpensive fountain pen is available for purchase.
A cheap version of calligraphy can be had for $25, while specialty pens can cost as much as $1,000.Start with a fountain pen.Try different nibs.If you want to try larger points, most pens allow you to replace the nibs.Nib grades are extra fine, medium, broad, and double broad.
Step 12: Use new ink.
The ink should not be used if it is several years old, has been in direct sunlight for some time, or has signs of mold.Make sure it is thoroughly stirred to loosen any clumps.The gum arabic in black ink is more likely to cause a problem with the pen.The inks are thinner and more resilient.
Step 13: Get a piece of lined paper.
You can use the lines to create letters and strokes.The ones with the dotted line in the middle are recommended to use a tablet for elementary school students.You will be able to use unlined paper as you get used to the pen and the size of your writing.Use paper that isn't treated.The ink doesn't absorb as well into the paper as it could, and that could cause the ink to pool.
Step 14: There is a chair at the desk.
It is best to be as comfortable as possible when writing with a fountain pen.Your arm and hand are free to move.