{"product_id":"speedball-pearlescent-base-block-printing-medium","title":"Pearlescent Base Block Printing Medium","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlock printing inks gain luminous dimension when mixed with this pearlescent medium. Speedball Pearlescent Base transforms standard water-soluble inks into shimmering metallics, adding depth to carved reliefs without compromising the ink's printmaking characteristics. The medium maintains proper viscosity for rolling and transfers cleanly, ensuring your carved details print with the same clarity as unmodified ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix ratios determine intensity: small amounts add subtle shimmer while higher concentrations create pronounced metallic effects. The water-soluble formula preserves the easy cleanup that makes water-based block printing practical, brayers, blocks, and tools rinse clean under running water. Non-toxic formulation makes it suitable for classroom and studio use alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearlescent effects work particularly well on darker papers where the luminous quality becomes most visible. The medium integrates fully with Speedball's water-soluble ink line, letting you create custom pearlescent colors across your entire palette. Relief printmakers working in reduction, multi-block, or single-color techniques gain an additional visual dimension without switching to oil-based systems or specialized metallic inks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Speedball","offers":[{"title":"8 oz.","offer_id":47973738250469,"sku":"42985","price":12.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6890\/5701\/files\/s42985.jpg?v=1761725030","url":"https:\/\/www.texasart.com\/products\/speedball-pearlescent-base-block-printing-medium","provider":"Texas Art Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}