Pen and ink from Isle of Man: Fountain Pens

pen and ink from Isle of Man

Welcome to inkmann art, my blog about all things pen & ink. I'm a fountain pen collector, and enjoy using them for my sketches. My name 'Inkmann' echoes the Isle of Man, where I live. This Island's landscape, coast and heritage are my main inspiration, and the abandoned homesteads, known as Tholtans here, are a subject I often return too. My pen collection is growing alongside the different inks I can't resist, as pen and ink is my favourite medium. But I am also a fan of digital art and watercolour, and sometimes combine all three mediums to gain the effect I like. If you would like to get in touch, please contact me, Andrew, via the email link, inkmann@manx.net thanks.

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Friday, 26 July 2024

Pen and ink from Isle of Man,

I drew this pen and ink last year on the way to the Chasms, near Cregneash.

Came back during TT week to find it has gone . Not sure of the circumstances but glad I was able to capture it before it went.

It is a great spot with amazing views towards the Calf of Man.

Does anyone know what it was used for?

View towards the Calf of Man

Monday, 1 July 2024

Lighthouse on the Calf of Man

Lighthouse on the Calf of Man which I believe was built by Robert Stevenson in the early1800's.

A quick pen and ink sketch.

Friday, 1 March 2024

Bridge over the Lhen Trench

Bridge over the Lhen Trench
The Lhen Trench in the northern part of the Isle of Man. It passes under this bridge to the sea. This is such a fascinating spot. I've heard stories that the Vikings use to bring their boats up this narrow spot from the sea.

Sunday, 28 January 2024

Old Holiday Camp Douglas entrance

Old Holiday Camp, Douglas, Isle of Man, pen and ink by Manx artist inkmann@manx.net

A quick sketch of the old Holiday Camp entrance in Douglas. It had an unusual escalator with wooden seats you sat on to take you to the top.

Friday, 26 January 2024

Longship off coast of Mann

Sunday, 29 November 2020

Some of my Favourite Pens

This is my trusty Parker Duofold with a 14ct gold nib a really nice pen. I use it daily and as soon as I place nib on paper it just glides along the surface. I would guess it is around 1960's but if anyone can help me date that would be great thanks?