Ink

We offer a wide variety of artist inks for drawing, painting, printmaking, and calligraphy. Inks deliver intense color and are available in a range of formulations.

Our range includes classic drawing inks, watercolor inks, alcohol and acrylic inks, calligraphy inks, and much more. Whether you're creating fine line work, flowing washes, or bold blocks of color, our collection of inks supports a wide range of techniques in fine art, printmaking, ink painting, and more.

 
Acrylic Ink Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Acrylic Ink Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

Highly saturated fluid acrylic color that can be used with airbrushes, dip pens, and with a brush for watercolor effects.

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Jacksons Ink Indian Ink Jacksons Ink Indian Ink

Made of Lamp Black pigment suspended in a binder, Indian ink has been used for thousands of years. For use with brush or pen.

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Drawing ink Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Drawing ink Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

Drawing inks can be thinned with distilled water and are available as waterproof or watersoluble. Intermix with other media including watercolor.

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Jacksons Ink Alcohol Ink Jacksons Ink Alcohol Ink

Alcohol inks are fast drying alcohol-based inks that create bright flowing textures and are popularly used in color pour painting.

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Etching Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Etching Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

A selection of traditional inks and safe wash inks specifically designed for etching and intaglio techniques.

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Lino Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Lino Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

In this section, you will find high quality relief printing inks in watersoluble and traditional oil based formulas.

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Calligraphy Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Calligraphy Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

Traditional calligraphy inks are highly fluid and tend to be more opaque than drawing inks. Available waterproof or watersoluble.

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Liquid Watercolour Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Liquid Watercolour Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

Intense, vibrant and concentrated watercolor in a fluid form. The liquid watercolor can be thinned further with water.

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Screen printing Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Screen printing Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

A selection of inks for screenprinting techniques. Screenprinting ink is available in water or oil based formulations.

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Airbrush Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink Airbrush Jacksons Category Pages Colour Ink

Airbrushes require the thinnest consistency color in order to avoid clogging and to ensure a consistently even deposit of color.

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Ink: What is Ink Drawing?

Ink drawing involves using liquid pigment to create artwork with pens, brushes, or other tools. Common inks include Drawing Ink, Indian Ink, and Liquid Watercolor, each offering unique properties. Ink drawing allows for detailed illustrations and expressive sketches, making it versatile for different artistic techniques.


Acrylic Ink is a fluid, fast-drying ink made with acrylic resin, known for its vibrant colors and durability. Once dry, acrylic ink is water-resistant and suitable for mixed media and layering. It adheres well to various surfaces and is popular for its intense, lasting colors.



Acrylic Ink is fast-drying, water-resistant when dry, and highly durable. It is compatible with a range of acrylic mediums and is therefore ideal for mixed media. Traditional drawing ink, like Indian ink, offers rich pigmentation and smooth flow, but isn't water-resistant once dry. By adding mediums, acrylic ink is highly adaptable, while traditional ink is preferred for precise, consistent lines.



Watercolor Ink is a fluid intense color, usually in a bottle with a pipette dropper lid to help manage its handling. The term 'ink' is used to differentiate it from regular watercolor paint, however, there are differences in character among the ranges available.

Those made with an acrylic binder are waterproof when dry, while those with a gum Arabic binder remain water-soluble, useful when re-working color. Some are made with pigments, some are made with dyes, and some have a lower lightfastness rating, although they appear intensely bright in color on paper. For this reason, watercolor inks are well suited to sketchbook work and artwork intended for digital printing and reproduction, such as illustrations.




A Guide to Ink