{"product_id":"winsor-newton-drawing-ink-14ml-bottle-peat-brown-fast-drying-water-resistant-shellac-ink","title":"Winsor \u0026 Newton Drawing Ink 14ml Bottle — Peat Brown, Fast-Drying Water-Resistant Shellac Ink","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eWinsor \u0026amp; Newton Drawing Ink in Peat Brown is a concentrated, fast-drying shellac-based ink in a 14ml bottle for brush, dip-pen or airbrush use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact bottle contains a richly pigmented Peat Brown drawing ink formulated from soluble dyes in a shellac solution. Designed for illustrators, calligraphers, designers and mixed-media artists, the ink offers bright colour, reliable adhesion and easy dilution for washes. It mixes cleanly with other colours in the Winsor \u0026amp; Newton Drawing Ink range and works well on paper, board and many prepared surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Peat Brown perform for drawing and illustration?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeat Brown delivers a warm, earthy mid-brown that retains clarity when applied with brush or dip pen. The formulation dries quickly to a water-resistant film so line work stays crisp after drying, and it accepts dilution for graduated washes without losing hue purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent, dye-based pigment for even flow and smooth lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast drying reduces smudging with layered work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater-resistant once dry for secure finished pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this ink with different tools and techniques?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the 14ml bottle is suitable for brushes, dip pens, and airbrush setups when appropriately thinned. It can be applied directly for bold strokes or diluted with distilled water for transparent washes and gradients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrush: fluid coverage and calligraphic marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDip pen: crisp, controlled lines for illustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAirbrush: thin with care for even spray and colour control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it mix with other colours and media?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinsor \u0026amp; Newton Drawing Inks are fully intermixable, letting you blend Peat Brown with other ink colours to expand your palette. While dye-based and shellac-bound, they pair well with pencil, gouache, and acrylic highlights once dry — avoid heavy solvent-based layering on top of fresh shellac film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully intermixable with the drawing ink range for custom hues\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with dry media and many waterborne paints after drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest diluted with distilled water for predictable transparency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat surfaces and drying behavior should I expect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ink adheres strongly to paper, illustration board, and primed surfaces, forming a fast-drying, water-resistant layer. Dry times vary with application thickness and humidity, but thin washes dry quickly while heavier coverage may take longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent adhesion on paper, board, and prepared surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast-drying shellac base reduces tack and smearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater-resistant when fully cured, ideal for layered techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Artists, illustrators, calligraphers and designers seeking a compact, richly coloured Peat Brown ink for precise line work, washes and mixed-media pieces. The 14ml bottle suits studio use, field sketching or adding specific brown tones to a larger ink collection, especially when consistent mixing and quick drying are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduct: 14ml bottle of Winsor \u0026amp; Newton Drawing Ink — Peat Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplication methods: brush, dip-pen, airbrush (thin when airbrushing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerformance: fast drying, good adhesion, intermixable with the ink line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 Winsor \u0026amp; Newton Drawing Ink Peat Brown waterproof?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Once fully dry the shellac-based ink is water-resistant, though heavy solvent exposure may affect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I thin this ink for airbrushing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—thin carefully with distilled water for airbrushing; test viscosity first to avoid clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Winsor \u0026 Newton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254909452625,"sku":"B000KNJ1J8","price":35.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/winsor-newton-peat-brown-front-label.jpg?v=1791691425","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/winsor-newton-drawing-ink-14ml-bottle-peat-brown-fast-drying-water-resistant-shellac-ink","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}