Derwent Inktense blocks

We now stock Derwent's Inktense Blocks!

If you've never tried these before, you must! So much fun, have a  look...

These chunky water-soluble ink blocks bring a new sense of freedom and color to your drawing and painting! Derwent Inktense delivers pure vibrant color, but when water is added it is transformed into a translucent ink-like paint which, when dry again, can be worked over again for amazing results.

The blocks are extremely versatile and can be used for a wide range of creative effects. You can use them like pans of paint. Dip them in water and apply color directly to the paper, use dry on their side of apply directly to wet paper for instant intense color.

The blocks complement the Inktense range perfectly opening up an exciting world of endless possibilities. They may also be used on fabric to create stunning silk paintings and quilts.

Here's a great video demonstrating some of the different techniques that the inktense blocks are capable of!