Suminagashi Marble Paper Technique - Using Calligraphy Ink

Suminagashi is a technique that allows you to marble paper using water and ink. Simple, peaceful and resulting in stunning results, this technique encourages you to be still, and let the ink and water resist each other to create incredible marbling patterns. You can use these patterns in book binding, cards, collage, or on their own. Enjoy!

All you need are
Calligraphy Ink ( or semi-e ink, or acrylic paint)
100% Cotton Paper (printer paper works, but the results will not be as defined or dark)
2 round, or pointed paint brushes
A glass containing water with 1 drop of dish soap
A container or basin for you water (tupperware or shallow ikea bins work great)

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Music
Ishikari Lore by Kevin Macleod

This video was made by McCall for Mr Otter Studio

[MusingsFromTheDen]

This brought back a memory of marbling paper at school when I was really little. 😊

[simpleartideas]

I never used this technique. Looks interesting.

[xnsimxl]

hello. Do you mix anything with the water in the box?

[tanyam]

basic question; can the ink not be waterproof; like indian ink? or wont it float ?

[rhysasroom]

Can you do a tutorial on how to paint a watercolor squirrel in an Autumn season wearing glasses if you have any free time please?