Virtual Pen Posse

[Trillium]

The idea of creating a pen posse for those who do not have a group in their area sounded great, but how does one accomplish that??

Virtually of course. A chatroom has been established for the use of fountain pen enthusiasts world-wide, on the EUIRC network.

We discuss things "fountain pen", we discuss the weather, we discuss all kinds of things...just as you might find attending an actual pen posse meeting. We have the ability to show and tell via media hosting websites and pictures. Be ware... it is addictive!

[Harlequin]

That is something I have been wondering about! It would be so much better for newer people like myself to be able to talk directly to people who really know the ropes and have a lot of wisdom to share! Even if there is a local pen posse type of group, I would still think talking to others in real time about FPs and getting to know a lot of the other members here at FPN would be great! Count me in!

[alc3261]

See you there!!

[stevesurf]

Great idea!

 

I really think we need video. Google+ will do ten people at a time at a Google hangout, and you'll be able to see everyone's ink and pens. Here is the "plug-in" to enable that:

 

https://tools.google.com/tools/dlpage/res/talkvideo/done.html?hl=en

[Sailor Kenshin]

I'm confused. Where is it, how do I find it, when is it?

[Trillium]

Stevesurf, In an effort to respect the current existence of FP related Google Circles we opted for a venue that would accomodate more of us at one time.... not to mention the accomodation of those of us who woud be joining the chat during the "wee hours" in Europe (our early evening) and they would have the option of wearing their 'jammies. And.... as a courtesy... yall wouldnt have to actually look at my mug after , or during a twleve hour work day! lol. There is, however, an avenue for the chatroom mentioned to host video feed via a specialized chatclient (that I happen to use) and if interested , I could assist you with it. Thanks for taking the time to respond!

Sailor Kenshin....A PM with details will to you momentarily! But to answer your questions...."Where is it?" It is hosted online through an independant network...we are still beta testing two networks as gateways. At this moment it is hosted on EUIRC on all of their servers, the channel name is #virtualpenposse . We are looking forward to you joining our small but rapidly growing community!

[reprieve]

I think it's a fun idea!

[Harlequin]

I've been there already and had a great conversion with other FPN members! I just missed someone a little while ago b/c I was afk. I think this is a great idea!

Edited December 29, 2012 by Harlequin

[stevesurf]

Thanks folks, that was a fun time and it looks like I have more ink to experience! Thanks to Trillium for organizing. I travel so much and keep missing the pen meet ups, so this is great. I'll get better access to my scans next time

[Sailor Kenshin]

It was indeed fun.

[Harlequin]

Mae sure to come back in, we have a good group in right now ^_^

[esterbex]

I'm in!

[Harlequin]

woo! another person having a great time!

[Scrawler]

It is a fun alternate. Shame we cannot show pictures or give demos through that medium though.

[Harlequin]

Well, if enough people show an ongoing interest, those things are definitely do-able in the chat medium.

[stevesurf]

It was actually refreshing to do the chat only thing...I forgot what it was like after so much Skype and iChat!

[Harlequin]

It's getting quickly to the point where people are in the room all the time now, so come on in if you haven't yet!

[Cognaticrotty]

I would love to be a part of it! How do I get to it?

[Harlequin]

PM sent, Cognaticrotty.

 

 

 

 

[WOBentley]

I am also interested, though a bit time challenged much of the time! I would participate when I was able to though.