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If youre just getting started with ink, it can be daunting to pick what youll use.
What is India ink?
India ink dates back as early as the third century BCE.
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India ink comprises fine soot (or other pigments) that are combined with water.
For black ink, theres no binder needed, as the carbon molecules form a waterproof layer once dried.
Other hues might use gelatin or shellac to ensure their durability.
Speedball| $4.28
How is acrylic ink different?
Acrylic ink is similar to acrylic paintthe different pigments are suspended in a polymer emulsion.
But if youre looking to combine media or try techniques like airbrush, acrylic is ideal for it.
Noodler’s| $12.50
Check out the best India ink and acrylic ink for drawing!
If you usenibsin drawing or calligraphy, this ink wont jam them or make them gunky.
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Higgins| $4.61
Martins Black Star India Ink
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Comic artists and illustrators love this ink because it doesnt fadeeven if you erase atop it time and again.
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Dr. Ph. Martin’s| $7.47
Martins Set of 12 Bombay India Ink Bottles
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Featuring12 one-ounce glass bottles, they come equipped with a mixing palette too.
Like the Black Star ink, this set features lightfast and archival colors.
Dr. Ph. Martin’s| $49.99
They are said to work great with a dip pen or with a brush in a watercolor style.
Because the inks are more viscous than India ink, these acrylics dont work as well with nibs.
Take your pen and ink drawing skills even further with online classes from Skillshare.
Liquitex| $29.39
