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In another thread, the idea of pen classes has been raised. I think this is an interesting idea worth looking at in some depth. (I may be the only one that thinks this.) First lets define what the class is and how it would work then lets decide what it is worth to attend. Lets say the work shop/class is held at a pen show, perhaps a day before or on a non-public (trader pass only) day. The subject of the work shop could be anything pen related from Pens 101 to a Calligraphy class. The workshop would be ~4 hours long and is taught by a recognized expert in the subject matter. Lets also say you would need to provide your own pens but the class might provide any consumables like polishing pads, ink, paper, etc. Tuition may also include a take home kit of supplies, a book, etc. as appropriate to the subject matter. Lets also say the class was limited to 8 or 10 participants. The class might include lecture time on the subject, demonstrations, hands on practice with with guidance from the expert teaching the class. Some topics that I have heard in back channel communications include: Nibs Repairs (basic, advanced, pen/filler specific are all possibilities) Pen Basics Calligraphy Of course this doesn't come free but what is it worth to attend and what would one expect? Lets explore. Farmboy