Higgins - Calligraphy Ink

Calligraphy Ink

sepia / 2 1/2 oz.
SKU: 16308
MPN: 46036
sepia, 2 1/2 oz.
List: $8.15
$6.11
SAVE 25%
black / 2 1/2 oz.
SKU: 36324
MPN: 44314
black, 2 1/2 oz.
List: $8.15
$6.11
SAVE 25%

Free-flowing ink glides smoothly through dip and fountain pens alike

Fountain pens demand specific ink properties that standard drawing inks don't provide. Higgins formulates these calligraphy inks to flow smoothly through narrow nibs without clogging or feathering, maintaining consistent line weight whether you're practicing Copperplate letterforms or addressing wedding invitations. The free-flowing formula fills reservoirs cleanly and releases evenly onto paper, board, and film substrates without the hesitation that disrupts rhythm during extended writing sessions.

Professional-grade pigment density delivers rich color that remains legible and vibrant on the page. These inks handle the demands of both dip and fountain pen systems, no sediment buildup in cartridges, no dried residue blocking tines when you pause between letters. The formulation balances viscosity carefully: thin enough to travel through pen mechanisms reliably, substantial enough to produce crisp edges on letterforms.

Calligraphers working through practice sheets appreciate how these inks behave predictably across different paper weights and textures. The consistent flow lets you focus on letter construction and spacing rather than compensating for ink performance. Whether you're developing foundational skills or executing finished work, reliable ink behavior removes one variable from the already demanding practice of beautiful writing.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

  • Free-flowing formula for smooth application
  • Works in dip and fountain pens
  • Professional-grade pigmentation and consistency
  • Suitable for paper, board, film substrates
  • Designed specifically for calligraphy work
Drawing and Illustration

Drawing and Illustration Purchase Guide

Drawing and Illustration Materials

Calligraphy Inks - Specialized inks for calligraphy and pen work. Includes traditional sumi ink, colored calligraphy inks, and metallic formulations for decorative writing.

Markers - Professional markers including alcohol-based, water-based, and pigment markers. Perfect for illustration, design work, and mixed media projects.

Pastels - Soft pastels, oil pastels, and pastel pencils for vibrant color work. Excellent for blending and creating rich, textured drawings.

Pencils - Graphite pencils in various hardness grades, colored pencils, and specialty drawing pencils for different techniques and surfaces.

Pens - Technical pens, fountain pens, and specialty drawing pens for precise line work and detailed illustrations.

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