On Friday, September 27, at 6.30pm a remarkable global event will take place.
The Pelikan Hub, an annual celebration hosted by the esteemed German pen company Pelikan, will unite people worldwide in a tribute to creativity and artistic expression.
This year marks a special occasion for Australia, as East Gippsland will host the nation’s first regional Hub at the Wy Yung Pub.
Organised by Danny Anderson, a dedicated pen enthusiast and calligraphy coach, the event will offer locals a chance to gather and share their passion for writing, drawing, pens, paper and ink.
While there’s no need to be affiliated with Pelikan, early registrants will receive exclusive Pelikan gift bags, including a bottle of Pelikan’s “Ink of the Year,” Golden Lapis and other surprises.
Reservations can be made directly through the pub or via the Australian Pen and Calligraphy group on Facebook.
What is the Pelikan Hub? Around the globe, people will gather in various venues from art galleries and libraries to community centres and quaint cafés.
The common theme is a celebration of writing and drawing, showcasing the joy of traditional penmanship in an increasingly digital world.
In Berlin, Pelikan’s headquarters will host a grand event.
The main hall will be transformed into an interactive space displaying the evolution of writing instruments. Attendees will marvel at historical pens and witness live demonstrations of modern penmanship and art.
A large mural, created in real-time with Pelikan’s latest inks and pens, will adorn a prominent wall, with guests adding their artistic contributions throughout the evening.
In New York City, the Pelikan Hub will be held at a renowned bookstore.
The event will feature live readings from acclaimed authors and poets, who will share their works and engage in discussions about writing.
Local artists will set up stations for visitors to try sketching, writing and calligraphy with Pelikan’s diverse range of pens, nibs and inks.
Tokyo’s Pelikan Hub will blend traditional and modern approaches, with participants creating digital art using Pelikan’s smart pen technology.
Workshops will focus on merging classic penmanship with digital tools, highlighting Pelikan’s innovation.
In smaller towns and rural areas, the Pelikan Hub will encourage local pride and creativity through workshops and storytelling sessions at libraries and schools.
At 6.30pm, a global moment of silence will mark a collective celebration of the written word, reflecting on its power to connect and inspire.
The Pelikan Hub is more than an event; it’s a worldwide tribute to the art of writing and drawing, reaffirming the joy of penmanship.
As the evening concludes, attendees will leave with a renewed appreciation for the written word and the role Pelikan’s pens play in creative expression, bridging traditional techniques with modern innovation.
