Drawing Ink Winsor & Newton 094376899894 — Green, 14 ml

Winsor & Newton Drawing Ink in Brilliant Green (14 ml) is a fast-drying, transparent ink formulated from high-quality soluble dyes in a shellac binder. It delivers vivid, consistent colour flow for use with brushes, dip pens or airbrushes and is suitable for illustration, technical drawing, calligraphy and mixed-media work. The range includes both dye-based and a few pigmented colours (white, silver, gold and Indian black) that offer increased lightfastness.

Advantages

This drawing ink provides outstanding brilliance and even flow thanks to its dye formulation in a shellac solution. It dries quickly and becomes water-resistant, allowing layered work and reliable line retention. The ink is compatible with brushes, dip pens and airbrushes, making it versatile for detailed line work and expressive washes.

Suitable for

• Illustration and fine art drawing
• Technical drawing and detailed line work with dip pens
• Calligraphy and lettering
• Mixed-media projects where water-resistant coloured ink is required
• Airbrushing when diluted/used according to tool requirements

When it may not be suitable

The green dye-based ink offers brilliant colour but not the same lightfastness as pigmented inks; prolonged exposure to strong light may cause fading over time. Although the ink becomes water-resistant when dry, it is not fully waterproof under all conditions and may re-dissolve with aggressive solvents or prolonged water exposure.

Key specifications

• Colour: Brilliant Green
• Volume: 14 ml
• Binder: Shellac-based solution
• Drying: Fast-drying, becomes water-resistant when dry
• Solids: Dye-based colour (some colours in the range are pigmented)
• Suitable application tools: Brush, dip pen, airbrush

How to use

Shake gently before use. Apply directly with a brush or dip pen for lines and washes; thin with appropriate solvent or water for airbrushing following your airbrush manufacturer’s dilution recommendations. Allow each layer to dry before adding further layers to prevent unwanted bleeding. Clean tools promptly after use to avoid shellac residue build-up.

What to consider before purchase

• Colour permanence: dye-based colour offers bright tone but lower lightfastness than pigmented inks
• Intended tool: verify compatibility with your brush, dip pen or airbrush and dilute as needed
• Surface: best results on paper and illustration boards suitable for ink
• Drying and water resistance: becomes water-resistant when dry but not fully solvent-proof

Usage recommendations

For consistent results, test the ink on your chosen paper and adjust dilution for airbrushing. Use pigmented colours from the same range for areas requiring higher lightfastness, and store the bottle upright in a cool, dark place to maintain colour quality.