Art with India Ink

Three years ago, I bought a whole set of Dr. Martin's India ink from Blick Art. I loved the vibrant colors but could not quite figure out how to use them in art. While some colors degraded eventually, many were still stable waiting to inspire me.

Recently, while doing a special project and looking for fresh ideas, I  decided to give these inks another try. It ended up being a delightful experiment with surprising discoveries. What I discovered was the India ink is permanent and not very blendable with other colors. But used individually, they produce very vibrant and intense effects. Below are a sample of my experiments.

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Virtual Paintout: Washington D.C.

For the month of February, 2014, we take a trip to Washington D.C. at the Virtual Paintout. It is one of my favorite cities in the world. The Mall, museums and the surrounding areas remind me of New Delhi. My favorite eating place is actually the Indian stall in the Union Station. Being a vegetarian, I have never been to Ben's Chili. But it is a big landmark, so I picked it.

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