Ink, Winsor & Newton drawing ink White 14 ml

Winsor & Newton drawing ink White 14 ml is an opaque white ink formulated for precise highlights, corrections and fine-line work on paper, board and prepared surfaces. Supplied in a compact 14 ml bottle, this white ink offers controlled flow and consistent opacity for illustrations, mixed-media pieces and restoration work. It is compatible with dip pens, brushes and many technical pen types, allowing detailed application across a range of drawing techniques.

Advantages

This white drawing ink provides strong opacity that sits well on darker tones and layered media. The formulation dries to a stable finish suitable for detailing and corrections without excessive bleeding. Its packaging in a small, easy-to-handle bottle supports careful dispensing and reduces waste during precise work. The ink mixes with other media when required for glazing or toning while maintaining useful covering power for highlights.

Suitable for

• Illustration and comic inking where opaque highlights are needed
• Fine-line corrections and white detailing on drawings
• Mixed-media artworks combining ink with watercolour, gouache and acrylic preparations
• Restoration and retouching on paper and board

Key specifications

• Colour: opaque white
• Volume: 14 ml bottle
• Recommended application tools: dip pens, brushes, compatible technical pens
• Drying: fast to moderate drying time depending on absorbency of the surface
• Surface compatibility: paper, illustration board and prepared surfaces

How to use

Shake or roll the bottle gently before opening to ensure uniform pigment distribution. Apply the ink directly with a dip pen, fine brush or a compatible technical pen, testing on scrap paper first to gauge flow and opacity. For highlights and corrections use thin layers, allowing each layer to dry before adding more to avoid lifting underlying media. When mixing with other media, test compatibility and drying behaviour on a prepared sample.

Usage recommendations

Store the bottle upright in a cool, dry place and cap tightly after use to prevent skinning and evaporation. Use appropriate ventilation when working with concentrated media. For archival results, allow the ink to dry fully before applying fixatives or varnish, and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to reduce long-term yellowing.