Ink VALLEJO Game Color 72.090 Black Green 18 ml

VALLEJO Game Color Ink 72.090 Black Green (18 ml) is a pigmented, water-based ink formulated for miniature painting and model detailing. Designed to be used with brushes or airbrushes, this ink delivers intense yet transparent coloration suitable for washes, glazing, and precise shading on plastic, resin and metal miniatures. The product is compatible with previously primed surfaces and preserves fine sculptural detail while providing durable coverage that stands up to handling common in tabletop gaming.

Advantages

Black Green ink offers strong pigmentation with transparent build-up, enabling controlled layering for subtle tones and deep shadows. The water-based, non-flammable formula dries quickly and forms a uniform, self-leveling film that retains sculpted details. Developed in collaboration with model painters, it adheres well to resin, plastic, steel and white metal and cleans easily with water.

Suitable for

• Washes and glazes to add depth and shadow on fantasy and tabletop miniatures
• Weathering and shading of model vehicles, dioramas and figures
• Airbrushing or brush-on applications for subtle color modulation
• Use on primed plastic, resin and metal miniatures

When it may not be suitable

This ink is pigmented and transparent rather than opaque, so it is not intended to fully cover strong underlying colors in a single pass. For opaque basecoats or coverage over dark primers, a separate opaque paint should be applied first. It is formulated for use on primed surfaces; applying directly to unprimed plastic or metal may reduce adhesion and durability.

Key specifications

• Volume: 18 ml
• Type: Pigmented, water-based acrylic ink
• Finish: Transparent, matt when dry
• Application methods: Brush and airbrush compatible
• Recommended surfaces: Primed plastic, resin and metal miniatures
• Drying: Rapid drying to a self-leveling film
• Cleaning: Tools clean with water

How to use

Shake the bottle before use to ensure pigment is evenly dispersed. For washes and glazes, dilute the ink with a little water to the desired transparency and apply with a brush into recesses or over larger areas. For airbrushing, thin the ink according to your airbrush manufacturer's guidance until it flows smoothly. Allow layers to dry between applications to build depth without obscuring details. If an opaque basecoat is required, apply it and allow it to cure before using this ink for shading or glazing.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended use: transparent ink best for washes, glazes and shading, not for single-pass opaque coverage
• Surface preparation: designed for use on previously primed miniatures
• Compatibility: water-based formulation is compatible with most acrylic paints but test for specific layering sequences
• Volume: single 18 ml bottle—consider quantity needed for large projects

Usage recommendations

For consistent results, test dilution ratios on a spare piece or underside of the model, build color gradually in thin layers, and clean brushes immediately after use with water. Store the bottle capped and away from extreme temperatures to maintain ink stability.