8 episodes

David Grimes and Gray Harris explore the fascinating history of American Penmanship.

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    • Arts
    • 4.5 • 15 Ratings

David Grimes and Gray Harris explore the fascinating history of American Penmanship.

    11 | Kenya's Finest Penman

    11 | Kenya's Finest Penman

    In this episode, David and Gray chat about the Outer Banks, Gray's experience with going through the 2023 Engrosser's Script program at DIS, and how to make friends and impress people with your super interesting penmanship knowledge.
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    • 1 hr 18 min
    10 | The Calligraphy Influencer Playbook

    10 | The Calligraphy Influencer Playbook

    Comment "Slime"
    In this episode, David and Gray investigate the business of calligraphy, how to take on a first client, and some disturbing trends in the calligraphy social media world. 
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    • 1 hr 10 min
    9 | The Penmanship Express

    9 | The Penmanship Express

    "All aboard The Penmanship Express!"
    In this short episode, David and Gray answer questions from Ink Tank listeners about perfectionism and showing your work. Here’s to more Ink Tank in 2024!
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    • 44 min
    8 | Party at the Moon Tower

    8 | Party at the Moon Tower

    "Something seemed wrong about dreaming my life away..."
    In this episode, David and Gray talk a bit about their impromptu break from recording, wonder where everyone in the calligraphy community is hanging out these days, and kick around the idea of hallucinating penmanship forms.
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    • 2 hr 3 min
    7 | Two Big Penmen in the Tar Heel State

    7 | Two Big Penmen in the Tar Heel State

    How it's made — Speedball edition!
    In this episode, David and Gray reminisce about visiting Speedball, teaching Offhand Flourishing for the Triangle Calligraphers’ Guild, finding inspiration in getting together with other penmen IRL, and Tar Heel basketball. Go Heels!
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    • 1 hr 27 min
    6 | Competitive Penmanship

    6 | Competitive Penmanship

    Are you a competitive penman?
    In this episode, David and Gray discuss some recent correspondence, their studio set ups, competitiveness, and habits in penmanship, both good and bad.
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    • 1 hr 44 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
15 Ratings

15 Ratings

Rock Ridge Chess Club ,

Best of Both Worlds

I listen in the evenings for the sleep-aid, and then again during the day to geek out on all things penmanship.

Jeff M TN ,

Infectious Enthusiasm

I am more than a novice when it comes to penmanship, but I find this podcast a delightful opportunity to learn from David and Gray’s experiences in the craft and regularly enjoy how a conversation ostensibly about penmanship more becomes an exploration of how to navigate life as adult friends. I eagerly await the next episode.

westexanqwerty ,

AllSortsOfScripts is listening

I am not a podcast person but since I love OP, I find this to be valuable content. I feel your enthusiasm and it inspires me to keep going. Great job David and Gray!

Luis

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