The Complete Book of Drawing Techniques

Ink, mark making

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3/ Piece of dowling or a circular end of a
piece of wood

Simply dip the end of the piece of wood in
the ink and imprint it onto the paper,
creating a sequence of dots. You will notice
the dot impression fade as the ink runs out.

4/ Stippling brush

This brush is designed to make a mark

known as stippling, a technique used in

ceramics, painting and decorating as well as

by fine artists. Dip the brush into the ink;

then wipe off the excess on the edge of the

bottle. Holding the brush vertically, dab it

onto the paper.