Optimist Mixable Color Inks

Optimist Mixable Color Inks

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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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color Sketching Set of 6 x50mL Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color Sketching Set of 6 x50mL

    Optimist Mixable Color Sketching Set of 6 x50mL

    Federal Color

    $75.00
    Optimist 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color CMYK Set of 6 x50mL Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color CMYK Set of 6 x50mL

    Optimist Mixable Color CMYK Set of 6 x50mL

    Federal Color

    $70.00
    intensity 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 200mL Federal Color Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 200mL

    Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 200mL

    Federal Color

    $19.95
    The 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #000 Black Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #000 Black

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #000 Black

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #002 Federal Red Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #002 Federal Red

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #002 Federal Red

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #015 Tangerine Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #015 Tangerine

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #015 Tangerine

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #047 Primary Yellow Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #047 Primary Yellow

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #047 Primary Yellow

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #110 Basil Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #110 Basil

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #110 Basil

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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    Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #150 Seaweed Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #150 Seaweed

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #150 Seaweed

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #200 Mediterranean Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #200 Mediterranean

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #200 Mediterranean

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #220 Prussian Blue Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #220 Prussian Blue

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #220 Prussian Blue

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #230 Primary Cyan Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #230 Primary Cyan

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #230 Primary Cyan

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #300 Red Violet Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #300 Red Violet

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #300 Red Violet

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #325 Primary Magenta Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #325 Primary Magenta

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #325 Primary Magenta

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #360 Opaque White Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #360 Opaque White

    Optimist Mixable Color 50mL Precision Bottle - #360 Opaque White

    Federal Color

    $12.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 45mL Glass Inkwell - #360 Opaque White Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 45mL Glass Inkwell - #360 Opaque White

    Optimist Mixable Color 45mL Glass Inkwell - #360 Opaque White

    Federal Color

    $11.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 45mL Glass Inkwell - #000 Black Federal Color Optimist Mixable Color 45mL Glass Inkwell - #000 Black

    Optimist Mixable Color 45mL Glass Inkwell - #000 Black

    Federal Color

    $9.95
    Introducing 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 50mL Federal Color Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 50mL

    Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 50mL

    Federal Color

    $8.95
    The 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...
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  • Federal Color Optimist Ink Solvent 200mL Federal Color Optimist Ink Solvent 200mL

    Optimist Ink Solvent 200mL

    Federal Color

    $7.95
    Optimist Mixable Color is waterproof, so it can be tricky to remove from surfaces and brushes if it dries. That's why we created Optimist Ink Solvent, a gentle solvent that breaks the chemical bonds in wet or dry shellac. Squeeze Optimist Ink Solvent...
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