2025 Schedule

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Friday October 17th

	IN THE BALLROOM
9:00- 4:00	Ballroom Closed

4:00 - 8:00	Public Show
4:30PM - 5:00PM	Early Bird Giveaway!

	IN THE CLASSROOM
11:00am - 3:30pm	Kirk Speer of Pen Realm will be grinding and tuning nibs in the registration area! You will be able to sign up for time slots 2 weeks or so before the show. Click here to check the PenRealm website for availability.
11:00AM - Noon John Bosley‎	Fountain Pen Doodles Have you ever wanted to use your fountain pens as an artistic, creative outlet but don't know how to get started? Do you enjoy doodling but need to learn some new patterns or techniques? Do you simply want another reason to play with your fountain pens? If any of these apply to you, then you're going to love this class! If you feel like you don't have an artistic bone in your body, don't worry! These doodles do not require any skills or experience. As long as you can draw a line you'll be able to create these patterns. Please note that these are not Zendoodles, although they are a similar concept in that they are repeating patterns. I feel that they are much more organic flexible than Zendoodles. Doodling with fountain pens will provide you with the techniques, patterns, and inspiration to put pen to paper and start doodling immediately. From small space-fillers to full-page doodles, a wide variety of patterns will be covered in this class. ---------------- Required Materials: Please bring a pen and paper to class BYOP - Bring your own pen/paper Fee: $20.00 per person Fee includes: Fountain pen friendly notebook and a fountain pen friendly paper sample pack. Class Limit :15 To register, contact John directly at [email protected] or register on this page https://fountainpenlove.com/product/colorado-pen-show-doodle-class-registration/ Web: FountainPenLove.com Insta: @fountainpenlove Email: [email protected]
12:30 PM- 4:00 PM Richard Pollock-Nelson ‎	Cigar Box Journal – Two Needle Coptic‎ RThis sturdy journal has two unique features: repurposed cigar boxes for covers and a two needle Coptic stitch binding that dates back to the second century A.D. Bookbinder Richard Pollock-Nelson experimented with different Coptic sewing techniques to find one that could handle the heavier covers. He found that a two-needle variation plus extra stitching at the front and back covers results in a strong book that opens flat for easy writing or sketching. He will discuss how to create a paper jig and work with multiple needles to bind the signatures and the covers together with the Coptic stitch. Richard supplies pre-drilled cigar box covers for the class, but he’ll also explain how to modify the measurements to work for other sized covers. There will be a variety of cigar box covers to choose from for the class. You can check out some of the journals he has completed at: Handbounddesigns.com. Required Materials: Please bring a pair of scissors to class BYOS – Bring Your Own Scissors Class Fee: $60.00 per person Class Minimum :5 Class Limit :8 To register, contact Richard directly at [email protected] or register here. Richard Pollock-Nelson started bookbinding in 2012 in San Francisco. He completed the certification program at the San Francisco Center for the book and is currently enrolled in the fine binding program in Telluride, Colorado. He has taught numerous classes in different methods of bookbinding. He is a member of the Guild of BookWorkers and the Hand Bookbinders of California.
4:30PM - 6:30 PM Janet Faught‎	Pen Show Ink Tasting and Art book‎ A pocket size sampling of pen show inks. Participants will receive a hand made book and ink samples with directions to fill the book with inky creations. Provided Materials: Materials provided include book, ink samples, syringe, paper towels, spray bottle, paint brush, Jinhao pen and instructions. Presenter:Janet Faught Class Fee: $40.00 per person Class Minimum :8 Class Limit :20 To register: Contact Janet at [email protected]. Janet Faught Bio BS Biology Cal Poly, Teaching Credential. BFA University of Utah. Adjunct professor University of Utah.
6:30PM – 7:30PM Ian Nordeck‎	Introduction to Bullet Journaling Looking for a fulfilling way to organize your life, increase your productivity, enhance your creativity and improve your mental health? Join Ian T. Nordeck in his hands-on workshop on bullet journaling and learn how to cultivate a journaling practice that serves a purpose. In the first part of the workshop, I will discuss how I got into bullet journaling, my approach to using my journal, how I keep it good for my mental health, as well as reviewing tools and resources that are helpful for building a journaling practice. I will also address the question: “Couldn’t I just buy a planner?” and show you why creating your own journal can be much more beneficial. *Hands-On Journaling Exercises* The rest of the workshop will be all about putting theory into practice with hands-on exercises focused on providing you with a kick start to your journal practice or expanding on what you’re already doing. I will demonstrate different approaches I’ve found useful in my 12+ years of journaling on top of 27+ years of being a sketchbook junkie. Demonstrations will explore the following skills and allow you to follow along in your journal: • setting up your journal • entry types • building templates • monthly entry types • daily practice entry types • other useful templates • creating your e.d.c. (every day carry) kit of tools Based on the principle of design, test, evaluate, and repeat, my goal is to help you burn away the rules, expectations and anxiety of what bullet journaling is so you can move from intrigue to action. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be motivated and inspired to start a journaling practice and excited to see where it might take you. Instructor: Ian T. Nordeck Fee: $50 / Person Class Limit: 15 Materials Needed: • Writing instrument(s) of your choice. (Note: I use a combination of fountain pen and mechanical pencil in my journal because I make mistakes and erase a lot.) • A journal of some kind. (Note: I prefer dot grid paper in my bullet journal approach because it provides a great foundation for building entry templates, but bring what you have or what you like using. I will have dot grid journals I make available for purchase. • Ruler or straight edge—helpful but not required. (I’ll even show you how you can quickly make a straight edge when you’re in a pinch.) To Register: contact Ian directly at [email protected] Optional Material Fee: I will have my Standard Issue handmade journals available for purchase: • $25 for a 3.5”x5.5” pocket journal with 96 dot grid pages • $30 for a 5.5”x8.5” base journal with 98 dot grid pages
8:15PM - ?????	Meet and Greet Get Together MC'ed by Fountain Pen Day! Fountain Pen Day will MC our Annual Friday night Meet & Greet! Bring your favorite pens, inks and papers for a pen club style meet up with other pen enthusiasts.

Saturday October 18th

	IN THE BALLROOM
8:00–09:00 AM	Setup – Exhibitors Only
09:00–5:00 PM	Public Show
	IN THE CLASSROOM
08:00AM - 09:30 AM Hosted by Dan Cobler ‎	Fountain Pens for Beginners Just getting into fountain pens? Want to learn the what all of the other people at the show are talking about? This class will help you gain the knowledge and confidence to join in the conversations about fountain pens. We will cover the following information during this class: - What is a fountain pen and how does it work - Different types of fountain pens, fill mechanisms, and nibs - Fountain pen inks and papers - Writing techniques - Fountain pen maintenance There will also be demonstrations on several of these topics! Duration: 90 minutes Fee: $35.00 Every attendee in this class will receive a Platinum Plaisir fountain pen to add to (or start) their collection. Please sign up prior to October 15th. To sign up for this class, please visit www.ProvincialMills.com or click on the class link: https://www.provincialmills.com/product-page/in-person-instruction-fountain-pens-for-beginners
11:00AM - Noon John Bosley‎	Fountain Pen Friendly Paper Join fountain pen collector and paper enthusiast John Bosley for a discussion on fountain pen friendly paper. In this class you'll learn what makes paper fountain pen friendly, how different papers can affect both how your writing looks and your writing experience, which papers are the best for different writing qualities, and where to buy good paper. You'll also receive a notebook to take notes in and a paper pack filled with over 20 different fountain pen friendly papers so you can try them for yourself and decide which are your favorites. Please bring one or more fountain pens so you can use them to test your different papers during class. ---------------- Fee: $25 / Person Fee includes: Fountain pen friendly paper sample pack. Class Limit :15 To register, contact John directly at [email protected] or register on this page https://fountainpenlove.com/product/colorado-pen-show-paper-class-registration/ Web: FountainPenLove.com Insta: @fountainpenlove Email: [email protected]
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM From Pen to Post: A Snail Mail Starter Class‎	From Pen to Post: A Snail Mail Starter Class‎ Join us for a fun and creative dive into the world of snail mail! In this hands-on class, we’ll cover the basics of starting your own letter-writing hobby. You’ll craft a beautiful, handmade postcard using rubber stamps and other decorative techniques—perfect for sending a personal touch to someone special. We’ll also decorate some letter writing paper with stickers and washi tape to add extra flair to your letters. Plus, you’ll leave with a set of notecards and a get started booklet to support building your hobby after the class ends. Max attendees: 12 Cost: $30 Length: 90 minutes Link to sign up and pay: A Snail Mail Starter Class Supplies: No supplies needed…just bring yourself! Sara is the founder and organizer of Letter Writer Social, an online community for snail mail enthusiasts. Inspired by her love of handwritten correspondence and a deep passion for connecting with the snail mail community, she created Letter Writer Social as a space where people could cultivate correspondence relationships and learn and grow in their hobby. Outside of her work with Letter Writer Social, Sara enjoys exploring the great outdoors, paper crafts, making music, and spending quality time with her family.
2:30PM- 4:30PM Mark Nassi‎	Urban Sketching! Gain confidence in documenting your observations through on-the-go sketching in your notebook. While photos can be great, nothing captures the essence of a place like a hand-drawn sketch. This beginner's class focuses on the essential tools, observation skills, composition tips, and basic techniques to give you the confidence to sketch what you see. You’ll meet-up with your instructor, Mark, where he'll do a brief discussion on tools, strategies, tips, and techniques before embarking on a guided sketching journey. There will be short exercises and then a final drawing that you’ll love sharing with your friends and family! Fifteen years ago, Mark reignited his artistic passion as a means of managing daily stress. After experimenting with various art forms, he found his true calling in the form of urban sketching. An astute observer, urban sketching was an obvious fit because he was immediately drawn in by the sense of freedom it offered and the memories it creates. Since then, he has cultivated a strong personal practice, always carrying sketching essentials to document everyday experiences and grand adventures alike. Please bring the following materials- keep in mind we're traveling lightly! • Pencil for sketching with eraser preferably on the H or hard scale like a 4H, but any pencil will do) • A Waterproof pen (micron as an example) • A couple of small paint brushes – cheap is fine. Water brush is preferred. A small water jar or two (ex: baby-food size) • Your favorite small-ish sketchbook (preferably smaller than 8.5 x 11) • Colorado clothing: hat, sunscreen, and water bottle • Optional:Color!Small, portable watercolor palette, markers,crayons, orwatercolor pencils • Optional:A small camping chair or stool for sitting Fee: $75.00 per person Class Limit :20 To register: contact Mark directly [email protected] or 303-248-6285 or www.ThingsIThinkPeopleThink.com Payment Methods: Paypal: paypal.me/marknassi1 ([email protected]) Venmo: @Mark-Nassi-1 Zelle: 303-248-6285 ([email protected])
4:30PM- 6:00PM Joon Bae‎	Korean Ink paintings In this 90-minute session, participants will be introduced to the foundational techniques of Korean ink painting using traditional materials such as rice paper, brushes, and ink. The workshop will focus on: Basic ink strokes and handling, Understanding water control and ink tones Fee: $50.00 per person Class Minimum :5 Class Limit :15 To register: contact Joon directly at [email protected] Joon Bae https://joon-bae.com Or, Send an email to Joon-Bae at [email protected] or register All materials include...Just bring your smile! Materials attendees will receive:Tote bag, (after student’s paintings)

Sunday October 19th

	IN THE BALLROOM
8:00–10:00 AM	Setup – Exhibitors Only
3:00PM	Daily Door Prize Drawing
	IN THE CLASSROOM
9:00AM-10:00AM Jeanne Florini‎	The art and science of journaling (and letter writing) “We write to discover the layers that reside below the surface of our ordinary day.” - Kay Adams “Art opens the closets, airs out the cellars and attics. It brings healing.” – Julia Cameron In this 60 minute session we will do the following: • explore the “science" (e.g. health impacts) of creating, handwriting and letter writing • explore the “art” of letter writing and types of journaling • brainstorm ways to incorporate the practice into home and the workplace • take time for meaningful practice. Please bring your favorite writing utensil and an inspirational item (e.g. quote, photo, token, letter, book …) Fee: $35.00 per person Fee Includes: A curated journaling kit with materials to also create and mail a letter/card. The journaling kit (each one is unique) has a fountain pen friendly notebook, design paper, stickers, stencils, a few pens, and journaling prompts. During our “meaningful practice” time, additional stickers, paper, and writing instruments will be available. Pre-registration is required. Send an email to [email protected]. [email protected] Payment Methods PayPal: [email protected] Venmo: @Jeanne-Florini cash at the door. Class Minimum :5 Class Limit :15 About Jeanne: I love photography, art, paper, and writing instruments! I use these things to hand make stationery, cards and customize journal notebooks. Nature, travel, reading, and culture are my inspirations (especially Hawai’i and Italy). I love sending mail as spirit lifters! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a recently retired college professor. On instagram: @jeannesohanadesigns