Emerald Dioptase Watercolor Ink

Description

Dioptase Watercolor Ink is our exquisitely hand crafted watercolor ink made with an extremely concentrated, high quality single source pigment. Every bottle is meticulously hand mixed, poured, and sealed, using water, pure local honey, natural gum arabic, a small amount of food grade sodium benzoate preservative, and less than 1% bentonite to slow settling and aid reincorporation. Every ink is single pigment with maximum concentration and no fillers or extenders.

Dioptase Watercolor Ink is a vivid, jewel toned blue green made from the finely ground copper silicate mineral dioptase. This rare and intensely colored pigment produces a brilliant, semi-transparent ink with strong granulation and luminous clarity. Known for its striking chroma and mineral sparkle, Dioptase is ideal for bold washes, layered texture, and expressive work rooted in natural mineral color. Due to its softness and crystalline structure, this ink should be handled with care and not used in fountain pens.

Key Features

Single Source Pigment: Each product features one pure pigment.

Handmade Artisanal Process: Produced in small batches, each bottle is hand mixed and poured to preserve the pigment's integrity.

Maximum Pigment Load: Formulated to offer the highest concentration of pigment, with no fillers or extenders.

Recommended Use: Shake well before use. Apply directly with brush or dropper, or dilute with water or ink medium for more fluidity and thickness. Not tested with fountain or other pens.

Pigment Information

Pigment Type: Inorganic mineral pigment (copper silicate)
Source: Ground natural dioptase crystal
Origin: Kazakhstan, Namibia, Congo (natural)
Lightfastness: Excellent
Opacity: Semi-transparent with pronounced granulation
Other Names: Copper Silicate Green, Natural Dioptase
Color Index Code: N/A

Health and Safety

• For art use only. Not for cosmetic, food or children's use.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets. Do not eat, drink or smoke while working.
• Avoid skin contact and wash hands after use. Wipe brushes and palettes clean before rinsing, and never pour paint waste down drains. Do not spray apply, sand dried paint or burn.
• If swallowed or if you feel unwell, contact a poison control center (U.S. 1-800-222-1222) or a doctor.
• Safety Data Sheet available on request.

Caution: Contains copper. Harmful if swallowed. Dust may irritate eyes and airways. Very toxic to aquatic life; never rinse into drains.