Suminagashi is the traditional Japanese form of marbling, often referred to as “floating ink.” Dating back to the 12th century, this technique uses water and ink to create flowing, organic patterns that are transferred onto paper or other materials, producing luminous and one-of-a-kind results.
The Aitoh Boku-Undo Suminagashi Marbling Kit contains six specially formulated pigment inks made without dyes. Their unique formulation allows the ink to float properly on the water surface, respond smoothly to movement, and create clean, expressive marbling patterns.
These inks are suitable for applying the marbling technique to paper, fabric, and other materials that can be dyed by immersion. The kit is ideal for both beginners exploring Suminagashi for the first time and experienced artists seeking authentic materials rooted in tradition.
✨ Inspiration Tip:
Start with a single color to observe how the ink spreads and reacts on the water surface, then gradually introduce additional colors to build more complex patterns.
Features
- Suminagashi marbling ink set
- Pigment-based inks (no dyes)
- 6 colors in 12 ml tubes
- Colors: orange, red, yellow, green, blue, black
- Non-toxic
- Suitable for paper, fabric, and immersion-dyeable materials
