Why?

Why would a small Pen club torture themselves with  the added stress of an Annual Pen Show? They meet each month- and laugh til the tears roll. Really. No- Really. It is such a great time- sharing, trading, testing, drooling.
The people- that is why. Those who have a vague interest in pens- but aren't collectors; those who have a few pens and aren't sure if they want to trade or gather more. Collectors started somewhere. A pen show is perfect opportunity to educate young people and pass on what is sadly(and quickly) becoming a lost art. For those who live hours from the nearest pen store its an excuse to spend a day learning and shopping.
 The Pen show gives the collectors an opportunity to  find MORE goodies.

 The picture shown above was taken during "set up" . Great guys, donating their time and knowledge to encourage an art and a hobby. Thanks so much guys!

Interested in learning more about fountain pens? This show has vintage and modern collectors ready to visit and discuss at length the details of writing and repairing. I can't imagine that there is another group so friendly and thoughtful towards "newbies". We have attended many shows over the years- north and south. We are prejudice about the guys- with good reason. Not just because its our hometown club.

 The picture shown above is the one and only Shawn Newton - He won one of last years "prizes"- A Taccia pen. Not only a teacher by day- but ALWAYS ready to share with others. Truly one of the nicest artists you will ever meet.

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The show is situated in North Little Rock Arkansas- at the edge of the Ouachita Mountains.  Expect southern hospitality and small show atmosphere; come ready to try new inks at the Vanness  tables.

Be ready to laugh at the door, and ready to learn at every vendors booth.

I can't wait to see what this years show has waiting behind those doors at the Wyndham!

Thank you to ALL the Arkansas Pen Club members that have brought this show together!!!

Have a great week ya'll- come by and say hi to us and share your pen finds!

Lisa Vanness