Post 3 (P&I), Horizon Folded Nib

 For my page, I just used the Thank You card (and blank one below)

Added abstract design to black store-bought card.

black India ink

Various India (and other) inks.

From P&I post:  https://www.instagram.com/p/CR1VwnUJoDG/  (Swipe for video, or you can also view on my YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCQ2mEWBlz8

Today’s post is demonstrating a folded nib/folded pen. You can purchase the nib separately if you already have plenty of holders, or purchase the full folded pen (holder included), both available at Paper & Ink. I bought the nib itself along with their e&m penholder.
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What I love most about folded pens is the freedom you have when lettering, etc. Basically, there are no rules. Just like the Ruling Writer, hold it upright for thin strokes, or angled to get thicker lines. I find it so fun to create with these tools, as I love the abstract results. Swipe to see various samples and a demo video at the end.
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Pic 1) a blank store-bought thank you card where I added a design
Pic 2) "Create" with black India ink
Pic 3) “kindness” using various colors of India inks
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Another product I used (shown in first pic) is Ecoline watercolor ink in warm grey (also available at Paper & Ink). I love this tone because it’s not too dark, like regular black ink. It’s also a nice alternative to walnut and India inks.

Post 2 (later that day...)

 This was posted later the same day, as it ties in to the orig. RW post (as all these were created with the Ruling Writer). I did the same, but only posted the first pic ("...love.")

New creation just for the takeover week. Used my RW (and India ink) for he green, and white India ink for the lettering. Homemade folded pen and gouache for "love".

Abstract piece again created just for the takeover week. Walnut ink and drop-in colors. (Technique shown in first post) -- 3d gem sticker in middle.

Did this piece a few years ago. Abstract bicycles. Watercolor background and color pencil.

From P&I IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CRz5VCOpaz8/

Hello again from Leslie! (@olovey1) To follow-up my previous post about the Ruling Writer, you can also make fun, abstract designs with this tool. Over the years, I’ve created many pieces for friends as well as my home. You can make either a stand-alone piece, or create a fun background for lettering. Swipe to see samples.
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In the first pic with the quote, the green ink and white lettering are both done using Dr. Martin’s Bombay India ink, which Paper & Ink sells. I love these inks (have been using them for years) as they are waterproof and can be used on a variety of surfaces.
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For the second photo, I used walnut ink and drop-in colors (like my previous post).
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The last photo of abstract bicycles is something I created a few years ago that's one of my favorites. (watercolor background with color pencils)

Post 1 (my page; P&I)

All these creations were made with the Ruling Writer.

Link to orig. post:  https://www.instagram.com/p/CRy4b3QjeQr/  (swipe to see video)

Hello all! I'm so excited to be able to finally share... Check out @paperandinkarts this week, as my work will be featured!!! Back in May, I was chosen for their "Instagram Takeover Week", and my first post is up today!

I'll be mostly talking about folded pens, and today's post on their IG page (see story video) is a demo of the Ruling Writer (product link: https://www.paperinkarts.com/rulwrt.html ). This tool is what first got me into the wonderful world of folded pens. Been using it for decades -- So fun and versatile.

Shown here are a few of my samples. Swipe to see a different demo video (the one on the P&I page shows the drop-in color technique.)

*I'll be adding Stories all week with info about each product, then Highlighting at the end.

Thanks again @paperandinkarts and Sarah for selecting me! 😊 #instagramtakeover

Post 1 (P&I Takeover Week)

* For all my posts (8 total), I will be doing 2 separate ones for some, as what I showed on my IG page differed slightly some days than what I had P&I post.

This was Day 1:

Hello! I’m Leslie -- @olovey1 -- and I’m thrilled and honored to be taking over the Paper & Ink Arts Instagram feed for the week. I will be mainly demonstrating folded pens and various products I own that Paper & Ink carries. I hope you enjoy my posts! (Be sure to check out my page as well, as I'll be showing other photos and product info.)
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Today’s video is featuring the Ruling Writer and walnut ink with drop-in colors (all of which can be purchased at Paper & Ink). For the drop-in colors, make sure you place the ink on a wet spot, so it soaks in and spreads. Just dab it on. If you do not have an ink dropper, you can use a small pointed paint brush. I also use a Q-tip to pick up any excess.
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Although the paper I used didn't create any, don’t worry about splatters from the Ruling Writer, as it’s meant to do that. This makes for a fun effect with your lettering. The rougher the paper, the more splatter you’ll get. The Ruling Writer is such a fun tool, as it’s very versatile. To get thinner lines, hold it more upright; For broad strokes, at an angle. Swipe to see video.

*To see video, click on link below or visit the P&I blog (and scroll down): https://www.paperinkartsblog.com/2021/08/10/ruling-and-folded-pens-with-leslie-from-olovey1/

P&I IG link:  https://www.instagram.com/p/CRywejSJ0Jp/

IG Takeover (for P&I)

 Back in May, i was selected for Paper & Ink Arts Instagram Takeover Week. I submitted some of my creations and explained what all I would showcase, if I were chosen.

I was slotted for the week of July 26. Below are just a few of the items I submitted, and the posts to follow are what I created for my week (focusing mainly on folded pens!)

Watercolor, Gouache and Inks. 2019

April, 2020. Did a series of Gratitude pieces. 

Watercolor, folded pen and black ink.

This is from one of 10 quotes I did earlier in the year (2021) for the 100 Day Project (did 10 quotes lettered 9 diff. ways).

Ruling Writer and pointed pen.

Cmas Trees -- Left: folded pen; Right: Hiro poster nib

Used green India ink for both

Although not your typical folded pen, I was so proud of how these letters all turned out, esp. the D & F.

Walnut ink & drop-in colors. Coit pen and Speedball C nib.

Paper & Ink Arts Blog!!

 So, I came upon this by accident (although I kinda knew already) -- I am featured on the P&I Blog (Under "Calligrapher's Corner")!

https://www.paperinkartsblog.com/category/calligraphers-corner/

How I found out (officially) was through their promotional emails. Back in May (2021), I was chosen for their IG Takeover Week and all my work I submitted was featured the week of July 26 (will make separate post for that).

At the time, I knew I'd be featured on their blog as well, but I kinda forgot so it was a nice surprise when I opened their promo email on Aug. 12, and saw a lot of my posts featured!

Although I never submitted this, it's on my IG page, so Sarah must've grabbed it to use. 

So fun to keep scrolling to see another one, and another one!

If you view their blog, it's so nice & lovely how they presented all my work. The layout is great and I just hope it stays up there for a while! (Happy me! So honored!)  😊

Here is the full article for moi!  😁

https://www.paperinkartsblog.com/2021/08/10/ruling-and-folded-pens-with-leslie-from-olovey1/

Folded Pen Fridays (Updating blog)

 I'm not sure where I first saw this term (IG maybe? or another blog?) but I use it constantly on IG. Every Friday I try to post something related to folded pens, and after my IG P&I Takeover Week, I decided to maybe try to do that here as well, to keep this blog more updated (depending on who all views it).

So, I may be backtracking a bit at first, posting older pieces mixed in with newer ones. I'm not sure yet, as this blog is such a work-in-progress.

I'd love to get more viewers, just so i don't feel like I'm wasting my time. SO, if you'd like to be an avid follower, please click the "Follow" button! That way, I can see if there are others who are interested.

Thanks and happy lettering!