Cranfield : Traditional Etching Ink : 75ml : Soft Black

This semi opaque black ink is soft and buttery based on a carbon black pigment. The ink wipes easily and consistently from the plate giving the printmaker a lot of control over how much ink remains on the plate. Cranfield Traditional Etching Inks are handcrafted, highly pigmented and include a vast range of colours giving the printmaker a wide choice whether they want to mix their own colours or not. Cranfield Traditional Etching Ink can be used for engraving, etching, drypoint, mezzotint and aquatint printmaking techniques. Suitable for all kinds of intaglio printmaking Oil based using high quality linseed oil and traditional formulas All colours are rated 6 or higher on the International Blue Wool Scale for lightfastness Etchings using the inks stay bright and fresh Perfect consistency for printing intricate lines and designs Available in two sizes 75ml or 250g