This is a drawing ink from Eternal, in the Dark Red shade – a deep, intense, and profound red, darker than Crimson Red and warmer than Deep Red, supplied in a 30 ml bottle. It is intended exclusively for drawing on paper: sketches, flash art, illustrations, and presentation drawings. It will be especially appreciated by tattoo artists who prepare their projects and portfolios in the same chromatic palette they use in their work, but also by illustrators looking for a deep red with presence, like red wine or mature roses.
Can I use this ink for tattoos?▾
No. The product is explicitly declared as drawing ink, not for tattooing, and using it for any purpose other than stated is solely the consumer's responsibility – the seller assumes no liability in this case. For tattoos, choose inks specifically intended for intradermal use, from the tattoo ink category. If you are a tattoo artist, this ink is useful for the drawing part: sketches, flash art, and paper projects.
What shade of red is Dark Red and how does it relate to the other Eternal reds?▾
Dark Red is a deep, intense, and profound red – the color of fresh blood, intense red wine, and mature roses. In the Eternal palette, it sits between Crimson Red (lighter, the medium reference red) and Deep Red (the darkest, almost burgundy): darker than Crimson Red but warmer than Deep Red. In drawing, it works excellently as a shading and transition shade in red gradients.
What use is a drawing ink if I have a tattoo studio?▾
It is the ideal tool for project preparation: client sketches, wall or portfolio flash art, presentation drawings, and color studies. By working on paper with a shade from the same chromatic family you also use in final works, the client can get a much more accurate idea of how the composition will look, and you can test your gradients and shadows before the session.
How do I maintain and preserve the ink to make it last as long as possible?▾
Three simple rules: shake well before use, always work from a separate container (never directly from the bottle to avoid introducing impurities or brush debris), and seal the cap tightly after each session. Store the bottle in a cool place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures, and follow the instructions on the product label.
Can Dark Red be mixed with other inks for intermediate shades?▾
Yes, within the same Eternal drawing ink line, mixing is common practice for obtaining intermediate shades – for example, transitions between lighter and darker reds. Make the mixtures in a separate container, in small amounts, and test the result on your working paper before the final piece. Avoid mixing with products of a different nature (other brands or other types of media) without prior testing, as the result may be unpredictable.
How long does a 30 ml bottle last?▾
It depends on how often you draw and the surfaces covered, but for typical use – sketches, flash art, accents, and shadows in drawings – 30 ml is a generous amount that lasts for many sessions. The key is to pour a little per session into a container and keep the bottle tightly sealed: this prevents both waste and degradation of the remaining ink.
