Choosing a Zen Painting Tool
In modern fine arts, there is one simple technique with the help of which a person, even without special pencil drawing talents, can create unique paintings. It is called zentangle (English zentangle, from “zen” – the school of Buddhism, “tangle” – a tangled ball). This is a black and white abstract drawing composed of repeating patterns and lines. Simply put, all those abstract drawings that we used to draw on the margins of a notebook during boring lectures or meetings can be called zentangles. The 3d star drawing is truly unique because even the same author cannot always repeat his own pencil drawing using this technique.
The liner is a completely different matter – its pigment waterproof ink does not blur on paper, does not wash off with water, and does not fade. In addition, the thickness of its thin nib allows you to write and how to draw owl with very thin, clear lines ranging from 0.05 mm to 2.5 mm thick. Basically, the liner intended for writing on paper, cardboard, and other loose surfaces. On glossy, plastic, smooth wax paper or tracing paper, its ink dries for a long time (this is a water-based pigment ink, not an alcohol marker).
To its credit, the liner manufacturers have made every effort to ensure that this professional device is universally recognized. If earlier they used only by professionals – architects, graphic artists, or calligraphers – now the liner can be bought in a stationery store at a very reasonable price.
What is the difference between ink liner, risograph, and liner?
The only difficulty this writing instrument has faced since it hit “mainstream” use is the confusion with the name. As they just do not call it: liner (liner), flight fader, ink liner, risograph, or Japanese marker. In fact, these are different things, which, although they are essentially the same tool for performing accurate pencil drawing projects, have a distinctive operating principle.
Reisfeder is a metal handle with bifurcated ends, two springy leaves of which are connect at one point. A gap formed between the flaps, where a pencil or ink pen inserted. The width of the receiver line fixed by turning a small knurled nut. By the way, this device is not without reason mentioned in the film “Office Romance” as a tool for plucking eyebrows – outwardly it looks like something in between a compass and a pair of tweezers.
The ink liner is a more modern device make in the form of a fountain pen with a tubular nib and a reservoir for ink. In order to avoid clogging of the tubular feather with drying ink, there is a movable needle-rod in its hole. There are ink liners with multiple refills (ink is poured into a removable spray can) or with a disposable spray (you need to buy a new cartridge for refueling). Taking into account the design features of the instrument, work with the ink liner should be held with its tip perpendicular downward. An ideograph is, in fact, the same ink liner, only with it, you can write at various inclinations to the surface.
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Choosing a liner
Liners are great for sketching, painting, and writing – they produce thin, smooth, soft lines without smudges or smudges. They work on special water-based inks with increased color intensity.
In addition, the liners distinguished by an increased service life due to the wear-resistant writing unit and a large supply of ink.
Unlike fountain pens, liners have fairly sensitive nibs and the ink is not as thick. Therefore, it recommended to store them in a horizontal position with a tightly closed cap and, if possible, not to drop them. And most importantly, when writing or pencil drawing, the rod should not be pressed too hard. It should barely touch the surface of the paper. Otherwise, the rod can completely go into the body and the liner will break.
The Sakura Pigma Micron is considered the “official” pen of the zentangle technique in the USA (for the simple reason that the technique itself was invented by the Americans Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas). Among the manufacturers of equally popular liners, there are such brands as Faber Castell, Koh-I-Noor, Letraset, Centropen.
Liner Sakura Pigma Micron
The professional liner of the famous Japanese brand Sakura, representative of the special art series Pigma Micron. The advantages of the liner include the high environmental friendliness of the product. It known that Sakura uses materials that have passed certification for toxic safety ASTM D-4236 in production. Sakura Pigma Micron ink made using acid-free technology, has high water resistance and protection against discoloration. Line thickness – 0.45 mm.
Liner Letraset Fine Line
Professional liner from the British company Letraset, which produces innovative office supplies for commercial design. The liner nib leaves a thin line of rich black color. The Fine Line Drawing Idea Pen has long-lasting, waterproof pigment ink. The liner cap equipped with a metal clip and a transparent window. Line thickness – 0.3 mm.
Liner Faber-Castell Fine Pen
Practical liner for every day from the famous German brand Faber-Castell. Already the best-selling design stationery, the Liner of the Fine Pen Creative Series is ideal for calligraphic writing and drawing. Has a large volume of permanent water-based colorfastness ink. Line thickness – 0.4 mm.
Liner Centropen
A simple but very economical liner from the Czech brand Centropen. Its non-drying ink does not lose. Its qualities for up to 14 days if the liner is left without a cap. The liner has a plastic nib in a metal frame. Odorless, water-based ink. The body has an ergonomic shape. Line thickness – 0.3 mm.
Liner Faber-Castell Ecco Pigment 0.1
The ultra-thin everyday liner from the Faber-Castell Ecco Line. Line thickness – 0.1 mm.
Faber-Castell 4 PITT atrist pens set
The set contains four pens of different sizes (line thickness from 0.3 to 5 mm). A great solution for daily drawing and sketching. Simulates the effect of mascara.