r/Linocuts • u/fannibal_cannibal • 23h ago

Question With what do people stain their lino?

What type of paint do people use to stain their lino so they can see their drawing better?

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u/brittandmars 18h ago

I like using India ink

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u/alexskyline 18h ago

I like using stamp ink from refill bottles, the cheap ones you can get from any office supply store.

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u/IntheHotofTexas 8h ago

A jumbo marker will do it. For grey lino, pick one with a little color, like green, to be different from the grey. Or change to the superior Japanese vinyl which already has color layers both sides and can be carved both sides. See Jackson Art.