Sumi Inks
Sumi Inks are richly pigmented inks rooted in East Asian artistic traditions, commonly used for calligraphy, brush painting, and expressive line work. While classic sumi ink is known for its deep black tone, modern formulations also include subtle hues like indigo, sepia, and earth tones. Whether in liquid form or as an ink stick, sumi ink offers smooth flow, a velvety matte finish, and excellent tonal range for washes and shading. Ideal for use with brushes and dip pens, sumi ink supports a meditative, intentional approach to mark-making and visual storytelling.
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Yasutomo Bokuju Sumi Ink, #KY12 Black, 12oz.
Yasutomo
$20.25Water-Resistant - Once dried, this artist ink exhibits water-resistant properties, making it suitable for layering with other water-based products like watercolors or markers Smudge Proof - Made from carbon black pigment, this black ink that is...300231$20.25 -
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Yasutomo Liquid Sumi Ink, #KF12 Gloss Black, 12oz.
Yasutomo
$16.50This pre-mixed, permanent ink is made from the same high-quality soot as our sumi ink sticks. The bottle opening is wide enough to load ink for most brushes, and its cap conveniently doubles as a brush rest. Dries with a slight sheen and absorbs into...420727$16.50 -
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Yasutomo Bokuju Sumi Ink, #KY6 Black, 6oz.
Yasutomo
$11.50Liquid sumi inks are economical, convenient and time saving as it eliminates the need for grinding. Dries to a matte finish. AP non-toxic.418690$11.50 -
Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink, Golden Black #CG18, 180mL
Yasutomo
$11.39CG18 is a dense black ink with golden powder suspension. The black outlines gold on rice paper; the effect is more subtle on sized papers. Specifically made for Chinese art techniques, but suitable for all ink work, painting, drawing and calligraphy...396681$11.39 -
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Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink, Ultra Black #CM18, 180mL
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$7.95CM18 is a very dense black, water resistant ink that contains almost double the pigment of CY18. It creates unique tones when thinned with water and works on porous and less porous papers, including metallics. Specifically made for Chinese art...369904$7.95 -
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Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink, Black #CY18, 180ml Bottle
Yasutomo
$7.93These authentic Chinese drawing and painting inks allow for stability and re-solubility. The inks are intense black straight from the bottle and create different values when mixed with water. Mix with Chinese watercolors for even more interesting...369905$7.93 -
Yasutomo Bokuju Liquid Sumi Ink, #KY2 Black, 2oz
Yasutomo
$7.20This convenient liquid sumi ink is made of high-quality vegetable oil soot. Eliminating the need for grinding an ink stick, as with traditional sumi ink, it conveniently saves time and is economical.60211$7.20 -
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Yasutomo Vermilion Liquid Sumi Ink, #KV2 Red/Orange, 2oz
Yasutomo
$6.90Yasutomo vermilion ink is a rich, warm, red-orange color. It is traditionally used in hand-lettered manuscripts, seals, and ink paintings. It is also commonly used in Asia by calligraphy instructors to correct students’ work. This water-resistant...420956$6.90 -
Yasutomo Liquid Sumi Ink, #KF2 Gloss Black, 2oz.
Yasutomo
$6.50This pre-mixed, permanent ink is made from the same high-quality soot as our sumi ink sticks. The bottle opening is wide enough to load ink for most brushes, and its cap conveniently doubles as a brush rest. Dries with a slight sheen and absorbs into...300234$6.50