Optimist Mixable Color Inks
Optimist Mixable Color Inks by Federal Color are premium, shellac-based inks crafted for artists seeking vibrant, lightfast colors with a waterproof finish. Formulated with natural shellac, these inks bind pigment to paper, resist UV radiation, and dry to a durable, waterproof layer, ensuring artwork longevity. Ideal for use with dip pens and brushes, they offer smooth flow and rich pigmentation, making them suitable for detailed illustrations, calligraphy, and mixed media applications. Available in a range of colors, including CMYK primaries and opaque white, Optimist inks provide versatility for various artistic techniques. They can be used straight from the bottle or diluted with Optimist Colorless Medium for desired transparency effects.
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Optimist Mixable Color Sketching Set of 6 x50mL
Federal Color
$75.00Optimist Mixable Color is an intensely-pigmented, quick-drying, waterproof ink—perfect for sketching and mixed media art. This box contains six of our most intense colors, ready to use right from the bottle. Feel free to drip Optimist straight from...422976$75.00 -
Optimist Mixable Color CMYK Set of 6 x50mL
Federal Color
$70.00intensity that go way beyond standard mixing sets from other brands. Unlike classic red-yellow-blue color mixing, CMYK allows for brighter secondary colors (especially purple and green) and an overall wider range of hues. Our Primary Cyan, Primary...422938$70.00 -
Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 200mL
Federal Color
$19.95The heart of Optimist Mixable Color is shellac medium. This magical amber liquid is the perfect binder for all kinds of pigments because it's strong, flexible, UV-resistant, and waterproof. Unlike acrylic mediums, our Colorless Shellac makes gorgeous...422940$19.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #000 Black
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422943$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #002 Federal Red
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422944$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #015 Tangerine
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422945$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #047 Primary Yellow
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422946$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #110 Basil
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422947$12.95 -
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Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #150 Seaweed
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422948$12.95Qty in Cart: 0Quantity:Price:$12.95Subtotal: -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #200 Mediterranean
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422949$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #220 Prussian Blue
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422950$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #230 Primary Cyan
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422951$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #300 Red Violet
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422952$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #325 Primary Magenta
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422953$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #360 Opaque White
Federal Color
$12.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422955$12.95 -
Optimist Mixable Color 45mL Glass Inkwell - #360 Opaque White
Federal Color
$11.95Introducing Optimist Mixable Color, our original ink for art and design. Optimist is made with natural shellac, a beautiful organic resin that binds pigment to paper, resists UV radiation, and dries totally waterproof. Unlike many drawing inks, Optimist...422954$11.95