Intense Black Ink That Holds Its Ground

Speedball Super Black India Ink is a studio essential for artists who demand bold, permanent results and versatile performance. Celebrated by illustrators and calligraphers alike, this waterproof ink delivers exceptional opacity and a smooth, free-flowing application across a range of tools—whether you're using a brush, dip pen, steel nib, or airbrush.

Formulated with shellac for added durability, this ink offers excellent reproduction quality and vibrant, lightfast color that stands the test of time. It works especially well on absorbent surfaces and integrates beautifully with watercolor techniques and mixed media applications. Designed for consistency and precision, it’s a go-to for everyday studio work.

Key Features

• Rich, highly opaque black India ink
• Free-flowing, non-clogging formula
• Waterproof and lightfast when dry
• Contains shellac for permanence
• Excellent for high-resolution reproduction

Perfect For

• Brush, pen, steel nib, or airbrush techniques
• Illustration on absorbent surfaces
• Watercolor and ink combinations
• Mixed media layering
• Daily use in professional or student studios