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Timely article. I’m doing straightedge and compass constructions for fun, and want them to look good. I’ve realized that in terms of compasses (at least), they
by z5h 3y ago
Timely article. I’m doing straightedge and compass constructions for fun, and want them to look good. I’ve realized that in terms of compasses (at least), they don’t make em like they used to. Browsing for used stuff turns up plenty of incredible high quality gear for technical drawings. At very good prices.
- thsksbd 3y agoSee if rotring still makes them. I had one for high school and it seemed good enough EDIT: I still sometimes make compass constructions to solve quick problems
- z5h 3y agoOh I’ve faaaaaar down the rabbit hole of brands, kits, gear, etc. Rotring, Essel, Hughes Owens, Kneufel & Esser, Kin, Ecobra. I spent a few hours this weekend researching inks.
- gilleain 3y agoSome (possibly) interesting material related to this, that I have enjoyed: * The Celtic Goldsmith : https://www.youtube.com/@TheCelticGoldsmith https://www.youtube.com/@TheCelticGoldsmith * Mohamad Aljanabi : https://www.youtube.com/@BawabatAlkhatAlarabi https://www.youtube.com/@BawabatAlkhatAlarabi * Zak Korvin : https://www.youtube.com/@geometryptamine https://www.youtube.com/@geometryptamine Although Mohamad Aljanabi uses animations, the challenge of reproducing these patterns using the traditional compass and straightedge can be fun. Also Zak Korvin's dexiterity with a compass is a sight to see :)