Akua Intaglio Ink, Graphite Gray, 8oz

Akua Intaglio Ink was originally formulated for intaglio printmaking but it can also be applied with a brayer for relief printmaking, monotype, and collagraph. It will print from any plastic, wood, linoleum or metal plate. Akua Intaglio is a soy-based ink which is made with high quality lightfast pigments. The inks have a thick consistency with minimal water content and contain no toxic driers for a longer working time. If any Akua Intaglio colour is too stiff to roll out straight from the tub, a little Akua blending medium worked in with a palette knife will soften the ink for applying with a brayer or roller. To stiffen a soft ink you can add Akua Mag Mix. There are a number of Akua modifiers designed to manipulate the inks for a wide spectrum of techniques. The ink cleans up easily with a dry rag followed by soap and water. Inexpensive washing-up detergent can be used. Never use toxic solvents. Prints can be re-soaked immediately after printing if handled carefully. Once the print i