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!
A rich golden ink that brings your art to life ✨ The Kuretake Brilliant Gold Mica Ink adds warmth and brilliance to calligraphy, painting, journaling, and mixed media projects.
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.
These traditional Chinese pigment inks have a dense black formulation that makes them suitable for all ink work, painting, drawing, and calligraphy. Lightfast and permanent, they can withstand wet mounting techniques. A convenient dual cap allows the ink to be poured from the top or the side of the bottle for added control. Conforms to ASTM D-4236
Tom Norton Walnut Drawing Ink delivers a deep, organic brown–sepia tone reminiscent of traditional old inks, in a fully modern acid-free and lightfast formula. It remains water-soluble even after drying, allowing beautiful layering and lifting techniques. Ideal for calligraphy, drawing, watercolor, encaustic work and archival-safe paper aging.
The Tom Norton Walnut Ink Darkening Medium is a concentrated, archival-quality enhancer designed to darken Walnut Drawing Ink without changing its behavior. It maintains the same brown–sepia tone, stays fully water-soluble, and allows deeper shading for drawing, calligraphy, watercolor and mixed media.
Formulated for sumi painting and calligraphy, this sumi ink is in convenient liquid form. This is permanent, black ink made from quality vegetable oil soot. Perfect for drawing, painting and calligraphy brush work.
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!
These traditional Chinese pigment inks have a dense black formulation that makes them suitable for all ink work, painting, drawing, and calligraphy. Lightfast and permanent, they can withstand wet mounting techniques. A convenient dual cap allows the ink to be poured from the top or the side of the bottle for added control. Conforms to ASTM D-4236
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.