Calligraphy inks are typically pigmented, which means their color is derived from not dissolved dyes but from finely ground up solid matter, similar to paint. The inks are characterized by lightfastness, vividness and high quality. They are also compact so that they stay on paper and do not “run”. They are easily applied by pen, brush, steel brush, airbrush, they are free-flowing, and waterproof when dry.
Extra tip: Similar to oil and water, the particles settle over time so the inks need to be shaken. Besides having an outstanding result, you will also protect your fountain pen which will not clog up!
The Spectrum Noir Glitter Ink – Shades of Spring set features liquid dye inks with shimmer, offering vibrant colour and sparkling effects. Designed for blending, watercolor techniques and mixed media experimentation.
The Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink – Silver Black is a dense black Chinese sumi ink with metallic silver powder held in suspension. It goes down black and reveals the silver effect as the paper absorbs the ink. On absorbent rice paper or washi, the black gathers around the silver, creating striking brushstrokes with metallic shine and a natural dark outline. It is ideal for Chinese brush painting, sumi-e, calligraphy, drawing and expressive ink work.
Tom Norton Walnut Drawing Ink is a brown sepia drawing ink with the look of traditional walnut ink, but in a modern acid-free and lightfast formula. It is not made from walnuts; it uses artist-grade pigments to create a warm, rich walnut tone without the acidity and deterioration associated with traditional walnut inks. It remains water-soluble even after drying, allowing layering, dilution, lifting and watercolor-like techniques for drawing, calligraphy, illustration, mixed media and underpainting.
Tom Norton’s Walnut Ink Darkening Medium is a concentrated medium designed to darken the original Tom Norton Walnut Drawing Ink without losing its water-soluble, watercolor-like character. It creates deeper brown sepia values, stronger shadows and a wider tonal range for drawing, calligraphy, illustration, mixed media and underpainting. Mix it with Walnut Drawing Ink for controlled darkening, or use it straight from the bottle for richer lines, dramatic shadows and deeper washes.
The Yasutomo Japanese Sumi Ink is a permanent black ink made from vegetable oil soot and specially formulated for sumi-e painting, calligraphy and ink drawing. Use it with calligraphy brushes, bamboo pens and metal nibs to create deep black marks, expressive strokes and a wide range of tonal values through dilution and pressure. It is ready to use and suitable for both bold brushwork and fine lines or detailed illustrations.
Quality, free-flowing ink developed for use with Speedball Calligraphy Fountain Pens to provide a superior writing experience that allows artists to create beautiful results easily.
Quality, free-flowing ink developed for use with Speedball Calligraphy Fountain Pens to provide a superior writing experience that allows artists to create beautiful results easily.
Speedball’s rich, vivid calligraphy inks are formulated from the best pigments on earth!
These high-quality inks are ideal for a variety of techniques including calligraphy, drawing, stamping, airbrushing, and scrapbooking. Inks are inter-mixable, waterproof, lightfast, acid-free and archival, providing artists and crafters the best possible results!
The Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink – Golden Black is a dense black Chinese sumi ink with metallic gold powder held in suspension. On absorbent rice paper and washi, the black gathers around the gold, creating a distinctive black-and-gold effect with depth and metallic shine. It is ideal for Chinese brush painting, sumi-e, calligraphy, drawing and expressive ink work. Shake very thoroughly before every use. Content: 180ml.
A touch of metallic magic ✨ The Kuretake Mica Ink – Brilliant Silver brings dazzling shine and elegance to every stroke. Packed with mica pigments, it’s perfect for calligraphy, illustration, journaling, or any creative project that needs a hint of silver sparkle 🖋️💫
Speedball Super Black India Ink delivers a deep, intense black ideal for calligraphy, illustration, line art and mixed media applications requiring strong contrast and crisp detail.