Time to do my part of the sharing 2008 May 28
Posted by pethol in Pen and paper aided Design, Stuff.trackback
It’s time to do my part of the stuff that Genne talks about. About sharing knowledge and information. I kinda’ have the idea that I must post something at least every week. Previous I posted about every month or so.
First thing I like to share, is the pen and paper I’m using write now. What?! you might think, pen and paper in our fine and digital world. PAD – Paper Aided Design should not be forgotten. Incredibly fast and easy to use in collaborative settings. And I use it for noting when I’m on the phone. Also, for me, what I write, and what I write on i important, and writing and sketching can be an aesthetic experience.
So, I went down to the local bookstore (last time they gave me a student rebate stamp card sort of thing. C’mon! I look more professional than that!?). And I bought four pens, and I previously got notebook. I prefer gel pens, and most of those that I encounter comes from Pilot. I now have 5 pilot pens and 3 or so uses gel.
The notebook is a little special. It’s a A3 notebook from Whitelines which have white lines on gray paper. Sounds unnecessary and expensive, and sure, you probably pay more than it costs. Still I find the notebook real nice, and I like the gray paper.
So, I can recommend the notebook from Whitelines, and I also recommend the Pilot G-Telematic 0.7mm gel pen. Just watch out for pen thiefs!
I’ve been waiting for a post here, nice to finally have something to read! Like the thoughts on the PAD thing, I believe you’re right. But in todays digitalized world you don’t have room for physical papers. Everything should be in the computer! Is the solution perhaps to get a bigger desk? :)
Btw, what are gel pens? I must get one!
Keep up with the blogging, I’m expecting to read more from you soon!
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