{"product_id":"daler-rowney-fw-acrylic-ink-black-29-5-ml-permanent-lightfast-calligraphy-illustration-ink","title":"Daler Rowney FW Acrylic Ink Black — 29.5 ml Permanent, Lightfast Calligraphy \u0026 Illustration Ink","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaler-Rowney FW Acrylic Ink in Black is a permanent, lightfast acrylic drawing ink designed for calligraphy, illustration, airbrushing and mixed-media painting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're sketching detailed linework, building richly pigmented washes or using an airbrush, this black FW acrylic ink brings deep, stable colour and versatile application options. Made in England with high-quality pigments, the formula is water-based and intermixable with the rest of the FW range, so you can dilute, layer, or mix to expand your palette without compromising permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this ink behave for fine-line drawing and calligraphy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fluidity of FW acrylic ink makes it excellent for precise nibs, dip pens and technical pens. It flows smoothly for consistent strokes, dries to a permanent finish, and keeps crisp edges—ideal when you need controlled, high-contrast black lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent flow for dip pens and technical pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries to a permanent, non-tacky finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrong pigment concentration for solid, even blacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this ink diluted for washes or as an airbrush medium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes—diluting FW ink with water produces transparent washes similar to watercolour while retaining good lightfastness. It also atomizes cleanly for airbrush use when properly thinned, giving you a wide tonal range from faint grey washes to dense blacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix with water for translucent washes or glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThin appropriately for airbrushing without clogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend with other FW colours to create custom shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this suitable for miniature painting and mixed-media work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFW acrylic ink's intense pigmentation and permanence make it useful for painting miniatures, inking illustrations, or adding fine detail in mixed-media pieces. Because it bonds well to many surfaces once dry, it can be layered under or over other media for varied effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrong adhesion when applied to primed surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks under varnish or other sealing layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with watercolour, acrylics and drawing media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long will the colour last and what sizes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFW acrylic inks are formulated for high lightfastness and permanence, so your black tones remain stable under normal display conditions. The FW range comes in many colours and multiple bottle sizes to suit studio or portable use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh lightfast pigments resist fading from light exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in 29.5 ml and 180 ml bottles for different workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntermixable across the FW ink palette for bespoke colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Artists, illustrators, calligraphers, model painters and students who need a reliable, richly pigmented black ink will find Daler-Rowney FW Acrylic Ink well suited to their practice. It supports both delicate linework and bold coverage, fits studio and portable workflows, and pairs easily with other FW colours or media. If you want a versatile, permanent black ink that adapts from fine-detail pens to diluted washes and airbrush applications, this bottle is a practical addition to your supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can FW Acrylic Ink be mixed with water?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. You can dilute it with water for transparent washes or thin it for airbrushing while retaining good pigment strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this ink permanent once dry?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. FW Acrylic Ink dries to a permanent, water-resistant finish with high lightfastness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Daler Rowney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55253656207697,"sku":"B01N8QYIY7","price":31.37,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daler-rowney-fw-acrylic-ink-black-front-bottle.jpg?v=1791662131","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daler-rowney-fw-acrylic-ink-black-29-5-ml-permanent-lightfast-calligraphy-illustration-ink","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}