| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Location | Indoor |
| Activity level | Beginner |
| Experience type | Painting |
| Additional service & facility | Photography service |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
The experience activities are by appointment only, and you need to reserve a time slot with the organizer. Those who do not make a reservation are not guaranteed to be able to experience it on the same day.
The language of this event is Chinese. If you speak other languages, you agree to use translation software (such as GOOGLE Translate) to communicate on site, and you can evaluate your participation in the event.
This fountain pen sketching experience course aims to guide participants in understanding the characteristics of fountain pens and deepen their comprehension by comparing the writing differences between fountain pens, ballpoint pens, and pencils. The course will introduce pen line techniques and writing methods, offering practice opportunities. Participants will engage in fountain pen sketching using their chosen photos or still life subjects, with a resident illustrator providing technique guidance and consultation. The fee includes one fountain pen and cartridges, along with other art materials, allowing participants to fully experience the creative process.
No prior experience with fountain pen sketching or drawing is required to enjoy the experience. This course is designed for beginners to create freely, with professional illustrators on-site offering technique guidance and consultations to help participants gradually grasp the joy and skills of fountain pen sketching. Even those with no prior experience can participate with confidence, enjoying the creative process from scratch and learning to harness the unique charm of fountain pens.
The fountain pen gifted during the experience is a German Schneider F-nib fountain pen. The F-nib has a line width similar to a 1.0mm ballpoint pen. Its ink is water-based and writes smoothly. This pen is suitable for everyday writing and sketching practice, and is easy for fountain pen beginners to use. If this brand or model is out of stock or discontinued, it will be replaced with another brand of fountain pen of equivalent quality, ensuring participants receive a practical writing tool.
To ensure a long lifespan for your fountain pen, regular cleaning is recommended. If you plan not to use it for an extended period, empty the ink, gently rinse the nib and feed with clean water, let it dry, and then store it properly. During normal use, avoid dropping it heavily or letting the nib touch hard surfaces. It is also recommended to use good quality ink cartridges to prevent clogging and maintain the pen's optimal writing condition.
The fountain pen sketching experience course will thoroughly introduce the characteristics of fountain pen lines and various writing techniques. Participants will learn how to control pen pressure and speed to create lines of different thicknesses and shades, as well as how to use the pen's properties for expressing light and shadow, and rendering textures. The course will also provide practice opportunities for hands-on application, allowing students to master the unique artistic expression of fountain pen sketching and develop their personal style.
The fountain pen sketching experience is located in the Ximending shopping district of Taipei, in an alley near the intersection of Kunming Street and Neijiang Street, at No. 64 Longchang Street, Wanhua District. If traveling by Taipei MRT, alight at Ximen Station. After exiting from Exit 1, it is approximately a 5-minute walk following the signs. The location is easily accessible for participants to attend the experience.
Yes, the fountain pen and ink cartridges gifted during the experience are specifically provided to encourage participants to continue creating after the course. This pen is practical and suitable for daily practice and sketching, allowing students to apply the learned techniques to their everyday sketching or for more in-depth personal artistic creation, integrating fountain pen sketching into their lives and extending the joy and practice of creativity.
In addition to drawing techniques, the fountain pen sketching experience course will also delve into basic fountain pen knowledge. This includes the structure and principles of fountain pens, how to differentiate the writing characteristics of various nibs, and comparisons with common writing tools like ballpoint pens and pencils, enabling participants to understand the unique advantages and applicable scenarios of fountain pens. This foundational knowledge will help participants better master and utilize fountain pens.