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.
Showing posts with label Isle of Man. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Isle of Man. Show all posts

Saturday, 4 October 2025

Slieau Whallian

 Slieau Whallian

Slieau Whallian in St Johns Pen and ink by inkmannart@manx.net

Pen and ink of Slieau Whallian in St John's. This is the view from the old Douglas to Peel railway which has long gone and instead used by walkers and cyclists.

Friday, 3 October 2025

Wednesday, 1 October 2025

Trams Of Mann

Tram Passing Groudle On Way To Douglas


Trams of Isle of Man, by Manx artist inkmann@manx.net
Digital Art






Shed Full Of Trams





Shed full of trams Douglas Isle of Man

Digital Art












Double Decker Horse Tram



Double Decker Horse Tram,Douglas Isle of Man Pen and Ink

Digital Art



Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Manx Tholtan

 


Manx Tholtan



A Manx Tholtan, Isle of Man, by Manx artist inkmann@manx.net
A tholtan is an old building which has become derelict . It could be a croft or farm building  and there are many on the island. I don't know a lot about this tholtan apart from it being a building on a deserted farm . All tholtans have a sense of atmosphere and this is no exception.




Thursday, 18 September 2025

Honda CT125

 

Update on Inky

Honda CT125 Isle of Man

Took Inky down to the Sound , 600 miles now and enjoying every moment. Such a brilliant wee bike and  having lots of Fun






Saturday, 31 October 2020

View of St Marks

View of St Marks, Isle of Man, pen and ink by Manx artist inkmann@manx.net


Hello I've been out and about around the Island taking advantage of the only good day this week. It seems to have rained all week.

Picked up some good ideas for my sketches.
Here is one from last week of St Marks towards the centre of the Island. Great views of the countryside. 
Any comments or feedback appreciated!




Pen and ink