I was just checking out this review of Waterman South Seas Blue (since I just bought a bottle) and Ann has a comparison sample a few posts into the review. I almost fell out of my chair it was such a beautiful example of italic writing.

http://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/in...?showtopic=2514

I recently acquired a pen with a fine italic nib (some but not a lot of line variation) and have been tinkering around with it since my initial interest in fountain pens (or really pens in general) dates from an elementary school hobby of italic and old english lettering (still wish I had my little Osmiroid set with the 6 screw in gold nibs...). And with 25 (okay, maybe more) years in between my skills are rusty to say the least!

Well, seeing what Ann did - the flow and remarkable uniformity - the sheer beauty of her writing - I am inspired to renew my efforts to improve not only my day to day penmanship but my italic hand as well.

I hope she doesn't mind me giving her such a glowing review!

My goodness, thank you!!! 9 That was, indeed, a glowing review--and especially flattering to think that I've inspired you!

Have fun with your handwriting practice and with getting back into calligraphy.

Best, Ann

It's very true Ann, you do wonderful work, and it would be easy to become inspired after seeing it! Somehow I never saw that thread, and I am happy HesNot brought it to my attention. It's really perfect looking! Can I download some of your letter consistency??

I just got a bottle of Diamine Tropical Blue and bet it would look great in a nice italic pen... gotta go play!

Thanks you two


Marina.

Your handwriting truly is inspiring Ann. (As I was gazing/marveling at the sample via the link Hesnot provided my feet started to feel cold ... somehow my socks had ended up knocked clear across the room )

Thanks Marina & JR for your kind words.

Best, Ann