For a normal session of Calligraphy, about 2 tablespoons of water should be sufficient. Pour the water on to the Ink Stone. Then, holding the Ink Stick firmly near the end you want to grind from, start grinding the stick in small circles against the Grinding Surface. It is important not to press too hard into the Grinding Surface.SUMI-E is the Japanese word for Black Ink Painting. East Asian Painting and writing developed together in ancient China using the same materials —brush and ink on paper. Emphasis is placed on the beauty of each individual stroke of the brush. The Chinese speak of “writing a painting” and “painting a poem.”. A great painting was judged 轻胶十万杵 100,000 times ground Turpentine Soot Black Inkstick. According to the ancient Li Ting Gui inkstick recipe, for best quality inkstick the mixture should be ground 100,000 times for smoothness and consistency. Soot… $ 14.28 (USD) Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 1 customer rating.
Art Pencils. May 17, 2021 - For more than a thousand years, the method of making Sumi sticks has remained the same. Soot from pine or certain vegetable oils mixed with animal or fish glue is molded and dried to form a well-shaped, solid block that, when ground on a Suzuri stone with water, turns to ink.
The subtlety of Sumi ink is evident in the variety of tones and values it produces. The dot on the top of the Sumi stick indicates its quality and authenticity. AP non-toxic. Dimensions: 1 1/8" x 5/8" x 3 7/16" Also available: Artist Quality Sumi Ink Stick (SSB700) Sumi Ink Stick Care. Store out of direct sunlight, avoiding heat and moisture 3aHrEJT. 468 418 194 417 25 158 116 480 97