I like seeing all the different styles people use for ink swatching--if anyone is curious, here are the tools and process I've been using. #FountainPens #FountainPenInk #InkSwatch
After using the side of a glass dip nib to spread ink, which worked but would scrape these col-o-dex/col-o-ring cards leaving messy dark lines, I rummaged through my tools and found this little tool in a wax-carving kit that is like a spoon with a smooth back that doesn't scrape and easily fits into bottles. 1/4
Next I grab a metal dip nib pen with some flex to write the brand and ink name on the cards, with added "flex loops" on the col-o-ring card. Here I used a disposable Warren "penny pen" with a paper holder that was made over 100 years ago.
The cards are moved to the side to dry, and the col-o-ring card is done. You can see the shimmer in this ink more as it dries. I rinse the metal nib with clean water from the dropper into the condiment cup and dry it. 3/4
Once the col-o-dex card is completely dry, I use a glass dip nib and/or metal dip nib pen to add a quick sketch based on the name, color, or label of the ink. For this card I used the drawing from the label as the reference, "Brane" is a term in string theory.
These sketches help show off the ink being used in different ways, and I just enjoy the look. Even if I end up disappointed in how a drawing turns out, it's all good practice.
That's it! How do you #InkSwatch ? 4/4
Lisa
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