Beginners guide to inking - HOW TO INK

Learn how to draw and paint with liquid india ink in this comprehensive tutorial. I'm gonna go over all of the basics: supplies, techniques and simple tips and tricks I've picked up over the years. Making art with ink is a fun and easy activity that I wish to share with you.
As always, let me know in the comment section if this was of help or if you have any tips of your own you would like to share.
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~Mary~
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[@yamigekusu]

I never thought that the word "poops" would be so elegantly written with inks... *applauds*

[@virtualaries]

i watched this 6 years ago and was like "i could never do that it looks so boring" 6 years later and im buying pens and ink because i got to use them in art class

[@papaglenford]

i went to school for art, and taught art, and i still love watching Beginners vids because i often learn or am reminded of things. i like your style and content. New fan

[@giulianacecchetto9307]

the internet is dark and full of terrors 😂😂😂😂

[@fancytrashcan6764]

lol😂😂😂

[@cashmoney3801]

sounds like the deep web

[@MoonyCookie]

Giuliana Cecchetto sound like game of thrones ( the red woman)

[@ukiyocupist2797]

Sounds like me.

[@sarahbas05]

LPS Melon 😂

[@WASD20]

Very helpful. I'm just starting to mess with dip pens for lettering. Gothic style, calligraphy, etc. This video makes me want to branch out beyond simply lettering, though. Well done.

[@ShipwreckSamantha]

This was so so so helpful! I have a bottle of Indian ink but I've never used it because I thought you needed a special pen! I never thought about using brushes. I can't wait to try it!

[@aounaloevera4080]

really? a lot of people use brushes for ink u never seen anyone?

[@RaysonWilliams]

"'Then mama can buy herself a new pen. 'Cause someday you're gonna die, and I need to be prepared." - Mary Doodles, 2015

[@andrewtongue7084]

As a lifelong sketcher/doodler I am never surprised by the amount (you) can still learn about same - your approach is easy, casual, & above all, fun - thank you for this presentation, & yes, I have subscribed :D

[@diamondeggs7942]

I remember 4 years ago, I decided to try learn how to ink my drawings. I never had any of the good pens, I only used writing pens. But this video was what inspired me so much to keep on with drawing! I'm so glad I found this video again 💕

[@Hazartist]

Mary, Great tutorial!!! I'm mainly an ink artist and I find your instruction very easy to follow for anyone wanting to start painting with ink. Ink is great stuff!!!

[@sameerahmad6683]

Hey Mary!! I originally was a subscriber of your channel and was in school at the time this video came out. I had completely lost your channel and just recently rediscovered it. Completely love your work, love the uniqueness of you. I hope you never change Mary. Lots of love

[@EdithJustice]

aahh this came on my recommended and it made me realize this was one of the first videos (alongside your watercolor ones) that introduced me to art and motivated me to start. 7 years later and my relationship with my drawings and painting has become so important to me, even though I'm not a professional my drawings really make me feel happy and I wish that seven years from now I keep growing and evolving just like you. Thank you Mary Doodles :)

[@Qzwahah]

Is anybody else watching this just so they can make there own drawings that u can color brings back the old days makes me feel like a pro haha

[@franklinnuscis4005]

When I didn't or couldn't get the fine tip nibs I would split a nib in half and use that for drawing fur or hair. Turned out great.

[@FlyingPineappleFish]

Techniques, Pressure: 7:01 (Cross) Hatching: 7:26 Stipple: 7:54 Bleeds: 8:06 Dilution: 8:33 Splatter: 8:54

[@moonycorn4914]

I like how enthusiastic and happy you are, talking about art stuff. It’s amazing.

[@twigpau139]

A tutorial I've always looked for would be on how to create interesting lighting. Like how to give a warm or cold feel, or dramatic. Just something on how to make your lighting not boring?

[@biancamitchell484]

Oddly enough I've found that a good source of information/tutorials on lighting, composition, temperature and mood actually came from books on art, a good one for me was a watercolour sketching tutorial book from the public library.

[@squidneythesquid2487]

i’ve been someone who loves the chaos of painting but love the darkness/sketchiness of drawings. and i recently started using ink and i looove it 10/10

[@PixiePrincess501]

I've been waiting for this tutorial! My tools of choice are sepia acrylic ink and manga pens (G Pen for main lines, School Nib for smaller details, and Saji Pen for straight lines and background) But I do use a lot of black ink when I ink my mangas. I plan on getting purple and blue for sweet and underwater drawings too! One thing I learned the hard way, tho: "Permanence AA" does not mean waterproof!! I wasted $6 on a good drawing ink online only to find out the lines bleed when I applied watercolor :( I really thought it meant it was permanent... Also, make sure the nib is on snugly! To quote one of my favorite drawing books "A loose pen holder is bad news!"

[@marydoodles]

PixiePrincess501 Good tips!!! Thank you! One thing I may have forgotten to specify is that there are some differences between inks so check the labels. And I guess permanent doesn't mean waterproof...weird.

[@trotterhorsewatsonjr.6668]

Just discovered you. And wished to God you were my teacher years ago. I'm old(senior). I gave up on art because of boring teachers. The last two years since my retirement I've come back. And yes still boring teachers. But you young lady, I can honestly say you are a rarity. Fun!! You actually are entertaining....and extremely informative....

[@OrionHellraiser]

You're beautiful, you have an amazing voice, you're funny, you show exactly what the title says, straight to the point and you handle to not bore anyone, I really liked it, you gained a new suscriber :)

[@danielstone7065]

Same 👆🏼

[@macielynn8752]

+Daniel Stone lol

[@Steph-jd4um]

yes!

[@aichalannoo4699]

Couldn't have said that better myself! ;-) another fan from Belgium x

[@qq-vm2iv]

Sorry, but what does being pretty have to do with anything

[@lilyeckert5291]

I am really glad I found your channel. I used to draw all the time in middle school, and I got pretty good. Then, when I started high school back in 2011, my work load got much heavier, and I didn't have much time to draw. I only drew occasionally in my first two years, then for some reason just stopped drawing altogether in my junior year. I have now graduated, and have almost completely forgotten how to draw. I have been meaning to start drawing again for some time, but never had the confidence to just do it. I always thought that my drawings looked bad, and that I would never get any better. Even the slightest mistake would make me want to give up. Over the last five-ish years, my mom (who is an art major) has bought me various drawing materials for birthdays and Christmas in hopes of getting me drawing again, but I still beat myself up over every little thing I did wrong, and held myself up to such impossibly high standards to the point that it wasn't even fun anymore. I almost gave up on drawing completely. Then I found some art channels here on KZbin, and started to feel like maybe I could learn again. What really pushed me over the edge was this video about how to use India ink. Unfortunately, my Poppy just passed away recently. He was also an artist, and had a lifetimes collection worth of art books and supplies. When my mom was cleaning out his house, she collected a couple boxes of miscellaneous art supplies that she thought she or I might want to try out. Among this stuff was about a dozen dip pen handles, a small box of about 50 assorted nibs, and a half used 8 oz. bottle of India ink. I had no idea what to do with it at first, but then I happened across this video a week or so ago. Since then, I have started following some of your other drawing tutorials, working up to the point where I feel ready to use the India ink. After watching your videos, rather than feeling intimidated and disgruntled at the idea of drawing, I feel inspired and determined to build up my skills again. Thank you for your awesome videos, and for reawakening my passion for drawing.

[@SAM_ARTHUR_CL0VVNDOLL]

Who else is preparing for Inktober?

[@fayewild2734]

[slowly raises hand] glad to know i'm not the only one

[@aryantimilsina4676]

Jackson Faye first time, and I’ve never inked before too, this is kinda hard

[@trenton_ingles-head]

Yeah I am too, my mom suggested it to me since her and my sister are doing it, but I have never inked before.

[@Akaangel-qd4cp]

Just finished for day 2 a few minutes ago

[@edgyspoon5793]

Not me since i already missed it and know that i wont be able to do it since school is crap and im quite busy. I just want to know how to ink lol

[@hydra26actual]

Great topic! You are totally adorkable too, I could listen to this stuff for hours. Thanks for sharing your knowledge freely and in an entertaining way!

[@sarahsimic2393]

QUESTION How are you so original? I love art and am good at what I do (I hope/think?) but I can never think of good ideas that I am passionate about and proud of. You've been super original with your wacky, silly, *beautiful* drawings. But how?

[@pauletcobarrubias6916]

I want to know te same !! 😔

[@nicholasblutreich9544]

Steal like an artist. Nitpick stuff you like from other artists and twist it to your will. For example i took a few notes from marry on how she does eyes. (This is for getting a unique style) by combining stuff from orher artists and making it your own youll have a style all to your own. Its worth noting that your style is always changing for the most part.

[@nicholasblutreich9544]

If you want to come up with unique ideas that youre passionate about i recomend you do/watch/read etc. stuff your passionate about that inspires you. Look at other artist take something they did that you really liked and draw a differant person but how they did. also one of my artist friend said some of the coolest stuff hes made was when hes was a little bit drunk or little bit high this is true to a digaree. The opposite can also be true if you take perscription pills dont take them if youre on a bunch of stuff for mood or adhd this can hinder creativity to an extent ive noticed

[@nicholasblutreich9544]

Also if you try new stuff that you normally dont do and keep like an art journal and sum up your experiences with a drawing thats usually how you get some cool stuff.

[@sarahsimic2393]

Note: I usually try using models like from others' art but end up doing complete rip-offs from said artists. A reference is one thing but I can never actually draw something new. Do I need figure studies? Do I need to have an inspiration attack? How can I come up with a mental image and draw it how *I* want it to be?

[@kristin1483]

I bought ink before and never got around to using it. This video was so lovely and made me want to dive in and use it. Thank you, Mary! :D

[@mattval9097]

Amazing artistry and very well produced and edited and packed with info, Funny too! thanks Mary for the lesson.

[@tungstenwhizard4361]

THE BEAUTY OF ART IS THAT THERE IS NO RULES! Of course, there are some suggestions that will help a lot, but rules. Pfft, who needs them?

[@johnalexanderjohnson5054]

What a wonderfully educational video. You were so complete in your explanations as well as detailed. Thank you! Beautiful work by the way.

[@imaginarycanary9956]

Well done. It is difficult to put your work out there. It’s putting part of you out there. You inspired me to quit throwing everything I draw away, or hiding it under my bed. I’ve done that for 30 years now. I can’t thank you enough.

[@nicktease0687]

Well, I can't imagine what kind of gyms you have stowed away that are just begging for release and praise. That would be a fascinating dig

[@WillWatches]

Do a one line challenge, where you can't lift you pen/pencil off of the paper!

[@robertr6675]

Your “ give it a try” attitude is so refreshing.

[@krayedon]

You make me want to draw more, you are SO fun and energetic!

[@Rococo000]

theres also dry brushing which is putting your brush in ink no water taking some off and painting right onto paper it leaves these scratchy ink lines these are good for adding a fur like affect or grass or how ever u wanna use it

[@marydoodles]

I’ve known it as a watercolor technique but didn’t think to include it for ink 😝 Thanks for pointing that out.

[@danielmeyer540]

Hey Mary Doodles! I was wondering if you could do a How To Art video on perspective. I'm having loads of problems with it at the moment and was hoping you might have some advice!

[@ChloeRoestel]

No matter what you draw with this pen... it looks awesome.

[@marleneb.2425]

first 30 seconds in and i immediately subscribed c:

[@woahabug]

Universal Potat0 I did the same thing no flipping joke

[@alinakichuk465]

same..

[@jerushaenglish5427]

OMG...hours of googling and you just answered all of my questions AND gave me recommended supplies in 10 minutes!

[@WinterRabbit1]

“It comes in pints?!” Love the LOTR quote

[@goddamnpiero6153]

I never thought that drawing was my talent. Nor did I started to develop it from zero. But the way you explain it, the way you make it look it's so wonderful it makes me think it's worth a try.

[@maulikartzone2787]

She at 2:39 : Don't give it to ur toddler Me (a 16 y/o single guy) : Yes

[@kaeyse]

As an Artist who is branching out to inking with Watercolor and Stuff this sure as hell was helpful. Thanks, get my sub!

[@skullzer9600]

This was a great video , very informative. I have been getting into Copic makers and I was wondering if you can please make a video of them.

[@keylamojica5750]

Skullzer96 I would also be interested in Copic videos. My wife loves copics and I think she would enjoy a tutorial!

[@bigbow1454]

I've always wondered how to use Coptic markets. I've never used them before and was wondering how to use hem before I invest.

[@FeliciaFollum]

Oooh yes copics would be a nice vid

[@Britneybuu]

+Skullzer96 I know this was talked about a long time ago, but youtube artist BayleeJae does a ton of Copic marker stuff, it's her favorite medium. Look her up if you want copics! :)

[@draddie8862]

Is your still wondering about Copic you should check out Baylee Jae she is a big Copic fan and makes many videos on them

[@catherinehascake9173]

There are also ink blocks. I really love those, because they are fun to play with, and you have more control over the concentration of the ink.

[@alisonrae]

Thank you so much for the video :3 I'm getting prepared for my first Inktober hehe

[@marydoodles]

Hope it helps! Good luck on inktober!

[@spyrothetimelord]

Honestly, I have been thinking of getting more into inking art and I'm really happy your video randomly popped up for me. Thank you for the awesome tips!

[@aera6437]

“There’s a very tiny robot disguised as a fly, and its spying on me, and I will catch it!” ~Mary 2015

[@faithperez5838]

Finally! Something helpful, and a video with energy! I'm a beginner. I went to the store to buy my first ink. There were India and Walnut and I can only afford one. So my bf and I did rock paper and scissor :) we ended up with India ink.

[@dianarojo-jewell6091]

I subscribed at "They come in pints?"

[@aly27]

This is seriously the most helpful, informative video I've ever watched regarding India ink. I'm not even kidding. You went over so many things in such a short amount of time and every single thing you touched on was perfectly explained. You are amazing!!!

[@wickedfirefly13]

Very helpful and easy to listen to and understand.

[@SuperManning11]

I have exactly zero experience with ink, and this was an absolutely fabulous overview that answered all of my questions. Plus it was extremely entertaining. Thanks!!!!

[@artemorbid]

thanks for the info- i learned a lot.

[@fjolliff6308]

You can get drawing pens that have an inner ink well that you refill as needed, as well as brushes that you can either fill with water (for ease of waterpainting) or ink. These two tools are kind of limited though, so you will want to still try out some other methods. I find that the "fountain" style pens are great, if you have different sized nibs. I can get away with a large, medium, and small nib- for anything else I use fineliners or the aqua brush filled with ink. The fountain pens are also great for continuous lines, unless you are really good with a dip pen, in which case it doesn't really matter.

[@greyareaRK1]

You had me at "for the internet is dark and full of terrors." :-)

[@Yummy9000]

thank you mary. i needed some help figuring out exactly how you dip the nib. i'm having fun doing INK BLOTTING technique but felt like i was using the pen not quite right. and i wasn't. i was using it like a toothpick, not dipping it down far enough. thank you so much for your super nice and helpful video!!!!

[@OTATIWAVE]

that game of thrones reference ;)

[@KnotApps]

david ruhinda Thought I was the only one to notice.

[@gargi1126]

Hello mary so its me actually I was on class 1 when I saw this but it was no use of mine but now I m on 8th grade and I m watching this 1day before my exam I forgot ur name but after searching a lot I got it love uhh 💗✨

[@johnydecali]

"Wait, they come in pints?!?" Love it lol

[@maybedean]

thanks! I've been experimenting with india ink and a waterbrush (dipping in the ink, not putting it in the brush reservoir), and these tips are very helpful!

[@dj__alien]

“There’s no rules, whose gunna stab you?” Guy with a knife in the bushes: 👀🔪

[@Doctor_Manhattan777]

this is the vest how to ink video in the world! i'm too pumped to get some ink!

[@DeputatKaktus]

„Wait...they come in pints?“ 😂

[@isi6511]

This really made me want to draw with ink again! Used it a few times in school 2 years ago, also have a dip pen at home, idek why I never use it!

[@shidorikuroko]

The internet is dark and full of terrors. *subscribes*

[@jamie.the.ja-meme]

I've never done ink drawing before but I have a test in art class tomorrow and our teacher wants us to work with ink... This video was helpful, thank you!

[@redblade43]

You have black ink on all your nails too.

[@jasminvanemmerloot]

Why do i find this funny😂😂😂

[@CreativeEchoesGurvinder]

+Jasmin Jane ok

[@shitocodone8940]

gurvindersingh_Rangrezz ok

[@ukuleila691]

Bill Shito ok

[@shitocodone8940]

RainbowCrystal KItty dumbass you are suppose to say that to the first person that said Ok

[@Bluebuthappy182]

Just to chime in it's definately worth your while looking at a nib pen. I was using felt tip fineliners up until todays and was never really happy with the results i got. I changed to my Lamy fountain pen, basically becasue i forgot my fine liners and it was very impressed indeed with the result. So much so that I'm thinking of just using it.

[@wisakawu9864]

Who else watch this and draw manga

[@thatbribby]

Hai

[@wisakawu9864]

+Bronana Pineapples Hi!!

[@autisticexistentialist9614]

+Gilbert Beilschmidt i found a hetalian!!!

[@wisakawu9864]

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[@thatbribby]

+Jills the Wolf I love Hetalia yay

[@refinnejselwonk]

Awesome, thank you! The only thing I don't understand is why 477 people didn't like this video.. what is wrong with people? Its informative, funny and FREE.

[@JacobDrosdick]

Mary looks a lot like Kari Byron from Mythbusters.

[@ninobrn00]

I’d add that you should prep your nib. You can run it through a flame and then wipe with saliva and a paper towel. Some people use potatoes (stick the nib in for a few minutes). The point (no pun) is to remove the factory oils that prevent the nibs from rusting. The ink struggles to hold on to the nib otherwise.

[@marydoodles]

Saliva or potatoes. Thank you!!! I have never heard this advice. I'm gonna give it a try!

[@rainlesure4690]

You got a sub strictly because of the fly thing just to let you know

[@marydoodles]

I love you.

[@anubissurge113]

i remember watching this video 2 years ago its good to be back.

[@Elessance]

Hi there! You earned a new subscriber! ( Your funny sweet and beautiful. )

[@DilaVardarli]

can you check out my channel? : 3

[@horsesaysquack1335]

You’re **

[@tori4161]

I actually used rice paper in my General Arts class because we were doing calligraphy. I did "dragon", and our teacher recommended we put paper under the rice paper so it didn't leak. One student didn't put paper under it so the ink got onto the table. ^^ I personally think the rice paper is thin, and the ink spreads a lot, but that could have been the brush I was using and how much ink I had. It is thin, but I can see why some people would find it to be nice, considering they can vary in thickness.

[@Dragon21Studios]

oi, just wondering if you would know, Mary, can a lefty is dip pens to draw and doodle whatnot or is it just for right handed peeps? cause I'm mostly a left handed artist person but I do write with my right hand. if can, any tips for a lefty?

[@marydoodles]

+Dragon21Studios I can't say, as I've never been left handed...Nor do I associate with left handed people. They're ok, I guess. :) I feel like these pens are very universal. Any thoughts from leftys out there?

[@Dragon21Studios]

mmm that sucks... the whole world is mostly for right handed peeps after all :/ guess I have to force myself to get better at drawing, painting with my right hand then. The world is a cruel place for left handed peeps :(

[@oliviaslife8667]

Lots of the time, if you write with ink pens you may smudge, because your hand goes over the ink, so you'd have to be very careful with drawing. I'm sure if you look you can find some invention to help with this. Hope this helped :)

[@charcoaldiver]

+Dragon21Studios I guess just like right-handed people can smudge if they draw sth on the left side and then happen to put their arm on sth they drew before - lefties can draw on the right side and then happen to put their arm on sth they drew earlier. Either youre just careful as a right-handed or left-handed person or you draw structured. As a leftie you should start from the top-right then and work to the bottom-left. Now.... Im a left-handed artist - at least thats how I call myself :D and it works just as good as it should for right-handed peps. Its not like it makes the drawing process different is it?

[@benw9949]

+Dragon21Studios -- Two answers: 1. There *are* left-handed nibs and holders available. Look for lefty or left-handed when you search online, or ask someone if you don't find them at your local store. I'm right-handed, but I've seen them available for calligraphy and drawing. 2. You can modify how you hold the pen and whether you put your hand down on the page. But when using a dip pen (or a fountain pen), try not to put the heel of your hand on the paper anyway. Hope this helps.

[@Jayzelnut]

I just bought some India ink and watercolours today! I'm really excited about using it and hopefully making some cool art

[@njay2752]

Do you have a video on the cat drawing behind you? :))

[@keighlysocha5364]

Troix She does not, unfortunately. But, it is a character common lots of her art. :)

[@adwitatherealadwita]

Troix I think that’s supposed to be a “doodle bug”

[@ana7968]

You are definitely the best person in the world.Thanks !

[@akshaypv1313]

I didn't see the poops until it was too late.

[@hurka.design]

Finally someone with a usefull video on KZbin how to use a dip pen. Thank you.

[@user-xr4zw4gg6f]

I only watched the full add because Dan and Phil told me not to skip the add...

[@bellakozlowski1044]

You made such an imoressive video. It really shows how much work and effort you put into it, and I absolutely LOVE your goofy personality! This video has made me so excited and inspired to go out and do some inking!!! You earned a subscriber!

[@bellakozlowski1044]

*impressive

[@HeyKim0012]

Poops.

[@lucky5523]

Great

[@theolynn1736]

i love art amino, its such a supportive app and people actually see your art!

[@herrvorragend8135]

She's so attractive.

[@yuinoxx]

Hey, I just picked up calligraphy writing as hobby. Thanks for the tips. Previously I use rice paper for Chinese calligraphy and they work great together. (indian ink and rice paper)

[@fishoutofwaterly1329]

Your video was extremely helpful. I was watching so many videos and they went on and on about irrelevant stuff. Your video was very to the point and included so much of your experience and tips. :)

[@livinglegend629]

Just started looking into using ink and Im very glad i found this video, it was exactly what i needed. Thank you!

[@marydoodles]

Yay! That is so awesome to hear! Thank you!

[@djvampire1443]

man ink art pieces are my favorite ever to look at. i really should look into buying the supplies now.

[@walkingnerf4520]

Mary Doodles - you rock. Informative, yet so amusing! And nice penmenship to boot!

[@vladimercosepeverbo5288]

Who else are exploring things during this quarantine period? I love ink now. xb

[@simaojd1062]

I love this video! I can already draw with ink and I know these technics already but I'm still watching this video over and over. It's so god

Best intro to ink ever. Kudos to you!

[@toddfullerton3930]

Love your sense of humor and wit. You made me smile and that is not easily accomplished.😉😀

[@milamila9845]

this is one of the most delightful tutorials i have ever seen

[@MJ-jn4qh]

this is so old but we're starting inking in college today and i wanted to give myself a little headstart, thank u :]

[@marydoodles]

You got this! Hope I could be of help!

[@jeremytarr6602]

We used rice paper in my Mandarin Chinese class at least once a month for several years, when practicing traditional calligraphy/character writing! I love rice paper!!! it's very thin, but designed to help avoid bleeding, just make sure you write on the glossy side of the paper, and put a tablecloth or simply some felt under the paper you're drawing on. In the video, she reccomends holding your wrist at an angle, so that the brush isn't perfectly up and down with the paper, but that is exactly what traditional teaching of Chinese calligraphy tells you to do, however, I would leave it to your own artistic liberties. The paper crinkles a bit if you use too much ink, so be ready for that to happen. If you have any questions, I'd be happy to try to answer them as best as I can.

[@Leon_arto]

I remember using rice paper before in my art class a few years ago. I don't remember anything about it but I do remember tearing a piece to see if it tasted like rice.