{"product_id":"liquitex-professional-acrylic-ink-carbon-black-5-1-oz-super-fluid-fast-drying-permanent","title":"Liquitex Professional Acrylic Ink Carbon Black 151 ml — Super-Fluid, Fast-Drying, Permanent","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquitex Professional Acrylic Ink in Carbon Black is a super-fluid, highly pigmented 150 ml ink that dries fast, resists water, and works straight from the jar for airbrushing, calligraphy, and fluid painting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for artists who need intense black coverage without thinning, this acrylic ink blends museum-grade pigments into a modern acrylic emulsion for consistent flow and strong lightfastness. It pairs with Liquitex Professional paints and mediums, conforms to ASTM D4236, and is formulated to be non-clogging—making it reliable for technical tools like airbrushes, technical pens, and fine brushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Carbon Black acrylic ink behave on different surfaces?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ink lays down an even, satin film that adheres well to primed canvas, paper, board, and many mixed-media grounds. Its quick drying reduces smudging, while the permanent finish resists rewetting once fully cured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks on primed canvas, watercolour paper, illustration board, and wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries to a satin sheen with opaque coverage in a single pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePermanent and water-resistant after curing—good for layered techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Liquitex acrylics and mediums for varnishing or glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this ink for airbrushing and calligraphy without dilution?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes—Liquitex Professional Acrylic Ink is formulated to be extremely fluid so most airbrushing and calligraphy applications work straight from the jar. Because it’s super-fine and non-clogging, it minimizes nozzle and nib blockages compared with thicker paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo dilution required for many airbrush setups and dip pens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-clogging formula helps maintain steady spray and line work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse strainers when necessary for older airbrushes or very fine tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest settings on scrap material before final pieces for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat creative techniques is this ink best suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon Black acrylic ink is versatile for a broad range of techniques—from watery washes and ink-like line work to dense colour blocking and underpainting. Its concentration of pigment offers deep, velvety blacks ideal for contrast, shading, and monochrome studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatercolour-style washes when thinned with water or fluid medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBold colour blocking and solid fills with opaque performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnderpainting and tonal sketches that accept subsequent acrylic layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStamping, technical pen fills, and mixed-media accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store and handle the 5.1-oz jar to keep performance consistent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the screw-top jar tightly closed and stored upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Stir gently before use to reincorporate any settled pigments and clean jar rims to avoid crusting; sealed correctly, the ink maintains stability for long-term studio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore sealed at room temperature, away from freezing or heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe threads after each use to prevent lid adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShake or stir prior to application for uniform pigment distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse within reasonable timeframes for best flow and colour intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this is for: Artists, illustrators, calligraphers, designers, and educators seeking a reliable, highly pigmented black ink that performs like traditional inks but with the permanence and flexibility of acrylic. It’s especially useful for creators who need immediate flowability for airbrushing or fine line work, along with the option to integrate with Liquitex paints and mediums in mixed-media and studio environments.\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: Is this ink waterproof after drying?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—once fully dried and cured, Liquitex Professional Acrylic Ink is water-resistant and not easily reactivated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I mix this ink with Liquitex paints?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—it intermixes with Liquitex Professional acrylic paints and compatible mediums for extended effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55295616713041,"sku":"B004RGINNE","price":41.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/liquitex-carbon-black-front-jar.jpg?v=1791938203","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/liquitex-professional-acrylic-ink-carbon-black-5-1-oz-super-fluid-fast-drying-permanent","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}