
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 45mL Glass Inkwell - #000 Black
Federal Color
$9.95Introducing 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...422942$9.95 -
Optimist Colorless Shellac Medium 50mL
Federal Color
$8.95The 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...422939$8.95 -
Optimist Ink Solvent 200mL
Federal Color
$7.95Optimist 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...422941$7.95