Acrylic ink is a highly fluid, pigmented liquid made by suspending pigments in an acrylic binder. This results in a vibrant, smooth-flowing medium that dries to a waterproof film. Acrylic ink offers the durability of acrylic paint in a thinner, more fluid form. This makes acrylic ink painting ideal for intricate work, wash effects, and layering.

Why Do Artists Use Acrylic Ink?

Artists use acrylic ink for its unique combination of fluidity, vibrancy, and permanence. Its thin consistency allows for smooth application, whether with brushes, dip pens, or airbrushes. Unlike traditional inks, acrylic ink dries to a waterproof finish. This makes it ideal for layering without reactivating previous layers. Acrylic ink is also popular for mixed-media techniques, such as collage. ‘Many inks are dye-based, meaning that colour is completely dissolved in the binder to make a solution. Golden High Flow Acrylic and other acrylic inks are pigment-based, where extremely finely ground pigments are suspended in the binder to make a dispersion. They might need a gentle shake before use to ensure that the pigment particles are evenly distributed throughout the bottle. The advantage of pigment-based inks is that the colour is generally more lightfast; dyes are vulnerable to fading after prolonged exposure to light, whereas pigment-based inks are far more stable, as long as the pigment used is lightfast.’ - Tegen Hager-Suart, ‘ The Variation in Acrylic Paint Viscosity ’ on Jackson’s Art Blog.

How Long Have Artists Been Using Acrylic Ink?

Acrylic ink is a modern innovation that emerged in the mid-20th century alongside acrylics. The versatility and permanence of acrylic paint inspired the creation of more fluid alternatives, leading to the development of acrylic inks. Over time, artists exploring fine detail, calligraphy, and illustration have embraced this medium for its brilliant colours and adaptability.

Why Choose Acrylic Ink from Jackson's Art Supplies?

At Jackson’s Art Supplies, we stock a premium range of acrylic inks from trusted brands such as Golden, Liquitex, Daler-Rowney FW, and Schmincke. With a focus on high pigment concentration, excellent lightfastness, and vibrant colour payoff, our acrylic inks are ideal for artists of all disciplines. Backed by our 4.8-star Trustpilot rating, we provide fast, reliable delivery, eco-friendly packaging, and expert advice.

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Acrylic ink is highly fluid and pigmented. It is perfect for expressive mark-making, fine detail, and pouring techniques. It works well on its own or combined with other acrylics.

Acrylic ink can be used with airbrushes, dip pens, and brushes. Our range includes trusted brands such as Golden, Schmincke, Daler-Rowney, System3, Liquitex, and Magic Color. Whether you're experimenting with acrylic ink painting, calligraphy, or mixed media, this versatile medium offers bold colour in a fluid form.