Bold, Matte Black Ink That Commands Attention

Make your mark with New York Central® India Ink—an intense, velvet matte black ink formulated for artists who demand depth, permanence, and precision. This permanent, water-based ink is among the darkest India inks available, offering superior opacity and a striking matte finish that outshines many leading brands. Whether you're drawing delicate linework or bold graphic elements, this ink delivers with richness and clarity.

Ideal for calligraphy, illustration, and mixed media, it flows smoothly through technical pens, dip pens, brushes, and airbrushes. The formula is lightfast, waterproof when dry, and archival-quality—perfect for artwork meant to last. You can even dilute it with water to create expressive grayscale washes or ink-based tonal studies. Non-toxic and made in the USA, this ink is designed for artists of every level who want their work to stand out in bold, uncompromising black.

Key Features

• Deep matte black, ultra-opaque India ink
• Waterproof, lightfast, and archival once dry
• Water-based and AP Certified non-toxic
• Smooth flow for use with pens, brushes, and airbrushes
• Made in the USA for consistent quality

Perfect For

• Calligraphy and detailed illustration
• Creating bold linework and layered multimedia pieces
• Outlining artwork for watercolor or marker overlays
• Artists seeking rich black with a matte, non-gloss finish
• Paper and board-based projects needing long-lasting results