FOUNTAIN PENS ARE THE NEXT BIG THING: Just in time for the fountain pen craze—a quick-start guide to drawing objects, letters, decorations, and more! For pro illustrator Ayano Usamura, nothing beats a fountain pen. The easy flow of the ink spurs creativity and adds character to every line—bringing even the simplest doodles to life. Ayano Usamura is a Japanese illustrator. She began her career as a freelance illustrator at age 17, specializing in simple lifestyle drawing. Usamura's career took off when her illustrations using LAMY Safari pens were featured in the company's Japanese-language newsletter, LAMY Sketch. She runs a graphic design studio with her husband and works as an art director, advising clients on visuals for social media and promotional campaigns.