mark james
IAP Collection, Curator
Next in the review highlighting the holdings of The IAP Collection. And a nice introduction for newer members who were not here for the evolution of this ongoing project.
Pen #53 - Collaborative Pen Team Activity
Date Added to Collection - 9/14/2017
IAP Collection Announcement
IAP Collection Photo Album (Updating is 2/3 done)
IAP Collection Display History
I will also mention, that I am open for requests for chapters/gatherings that would like for a display of the IAP Collection in late 2021/2022.
This pen needs a bit of explanation. (If my information is incorrect, please include anything needed in the comments; I will also then edit the permanent documentation of the pen/activity).
I believe in June of 2012 (before my time), Under the care of Mike Broberg, a special/fun activity was initiated - 50 IAP members were randomly divided into 10 teams to create a "Collaborative Pen." In March of 2013, there were 8 submissions. This was not a contest, and no voting - simply inspiration, creativity, fun and the blending of varying skill sets to produce wonderful pens. (More info/discussion/photos of this awesome activity is available here: link ). As with many of the pens in the IAP Collection - this has to be seen, held and viewed in person to appreciate the wonderful artistry.
The final submission of "Team B9" landed in the possession of Bruce Robbins, who on behalf of the Richmond, VA IAP Chapter donated this pen to the IAP Collection, following the Collection's display at their Chapter.
Team B9's members and their individual contribution to the creation of this pen are:
William Weathersby (Triw51) of Cottonwood, AZ: Damascus steel for center band and clip, etched center band.
Dennis Cabell (Soligen) of Sterling Heights, MI: Finial turning, finish, assembly of pen and finish detail on the clip.
Peter Christensen (Curly) of Aldergrove, BC., Canada: Centerband, finials and section.
Fred Wissen (PTownSubbie) of Portsmouth, VA: Casting for barrels, finials and section; turning between castings.
Bruce Robbins (BRobbins629) of Richmond, VA: Artwork for icons, carving, roughing out clip.
Pen #53 - Collaborative Pen Team Activity
Date Added to Collection - 9/14/2017
IAP Collection Announcement
IAP Collection Photo Album (Updating is 2/3 done)
IAP Collection Display History
I will also mention, that I am open for requests for chapters/gatherings that would like for a display of the IAP Collection in late 2021/2022.
This pen needs a bit of explanation. (If my information is incorrect, please include anything needed in the comments; I will also then edit the permanent documentation of the pen/activity).
I believe in June of 2012 (before my time), Under the care of Mike Broberg, a special/fun activity was initiated - 50 IAP members were randomly divided into 10 teams to create a "Collaborative Pen." In March of 2013, there were 8 submissions. This was not a contest, and no voting - simply inspiration, creativity, fun and the blending of varying skill sets to produce wonderful pens. (More info/discussion/photos of this awesome activity is available here: link ). As with many of the pens in the IAP Collection - this has to be seen, held and viewed in person to appreciate the wonderful artistry.
The final submission of "Team B9" landed in the possession of Bruce Robbins, who on behalf of the Richmond, VA IAP Chapter donated this pen to the IAP Collection, following the Collection's display at their Chapter.
Team B9's members and their individual contribution to the creation of this pen are:
William Weathersby (Triw51) of Cottonwood, AZ: Damascus steel for center band and clip, etched center band.
Dennis Cabell (Soligen) of Sterling Heights, MI: Finial turning, finish, assembly of pen and finish detail on the clip.
Peter Christensen (Curly) of Aldergrove, BC., Canada: Centerband, finials and section.
Fred Wissen (PTownSubbie) of Portsmouth, VA: Casting for barrels, finials and section; turning between castings.
Bruce Robbins (BRobbins629) of Richmond, VA: Artwork for icons, carving, roughing out clip.
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