Nicker Poster Colour White — Animation Ink

Nicker Poster Colour White — Animation Ink

£14.00
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Nicker Poster Colour White — Animation Ink
  • Nicker Poster Colour White — Animation Ink
Nicker Poster Colour White — Animation Ink

Nicker Poster Colour White — Animation Ink

Nicker Poster Colour White is the opaque white ink used in Japanese animation studios for decades — formulated specifically for brush application over inked linework, with a consistency and opacity that Western gouache whites rarely match.
Ink Type

Aqueous ink (Pure Gum Arabic Gouache-based)
Opacity

Fully opaque at full strength
Waterproof

No (Re-wettable water-soluble gouache style)
Alcohol Marker Proof

No (Best applied after alcohol marker work is completed)
Delivery System

Glass or plastic wide-mouth jar (40ml)
Recommended Tool

Paint brush or diluted for broad/pointed calligraphy pens
Additinal Spec

Dual-character opacity, serving as an incredibly flat, velvety matte opaque paint that can also be heavily thinned out to achieve a sheer, transparent watercolour wash.
Origin

Japan, Nicker Colour Co.
£14.00
£14.00
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Shipping

Packaging: 

We know art supplies are fragile. All professional pair and boards are shipped in reinforced rigid flat mailers. No tubes, no folds, no crushed corners. 


Order Processing Times: 

Orders are processed within 1–2 business days - we always aim to dispatch all “in-Stock’ items within 24 hours..

Note: Orders placed after 2 PM GMT on Fridays will be processed the following Monday.

Domestic Shipping (UK):

Standard (2–4 days): £3.50 (Free for The Illustrator & Studio Master tiers).

Priority (1–2 days): £4.50 (Free for Studio Master tier)

International Shipping: 

We ship globally. Costs are calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. Please note that customers are responsible for any local customs duties or taxes.

Order Tracking: 

You will receive a tracking link via email the moment your tools leave our studio. 
Returns

30-Day Change of Mind: 

We offer a 30-day return window (exceeding the UK legal minimum of 14 days). Items must be unused, in original packaging, and in "as-new" condition.

Faulty Goods: 

In the rare event of a defect, you are entitled to a full refund or replacement within 30 days. We will cover all return shipping costs for faulty items.

Defective Nibs: 

Occasionally, a pen may arrive dry or a nib maybe scratchy. Contact us within 7 days of purchase with a photo/video of the issue and we will send a replacement immediately.

Exclusions:

Due to the nature of the product, unless faulty we cannot accept returns on opened markers or used paper pads returned.

Digital Goods: 

The "Birthday Palette" and other digital downloads are non-refundable once accessed.


How to Start a Return: 

Email studio@inkwellartsupplies.com with your order number. We aim to process all refunds to the original payment method within 5–10 business days of receiving the item
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Why illustrators reach for Nicker White

Most white inks compromise. They dry translucent, bead on dark surfaces, or change consistency between bottles. Nicker White doesn't. The formulation was developed for professional animation production, where consistency across hundreds of hours of work is not optional. The result is an opaque white that covers cleanly in a single pass, holds its body on a loaded brush, and sits on top of finished ink lines without spreading.

What makes it different

The pigment load is higher than most Western poster colour whites. This means the coverage is genuine rather than approximate, and thinning with water produces a range of opacities that all behave predictably. Japanese animation artists use it for highlights and corrections; British illustrators who've discovered it tend not to go back to anything else.

Honest Note:

Dries quickly — keep lid sealed between sessions. If surface skins, remove skin; paint beneath is usually still usable. Thin with water only. Not suitable for pens or fountain pens. Designers White has a standalone product page for its use in calligraphy and botanical illustration.

Who is it For?

Illustrators who work with ink and need a reliable opaque white for highlights, corrections, and mixed media layering. Particularly useful over Fabriano Black Black paper, Deleter manga manuscript paper, and any dark-ground work. Also the standard recommendation for anyone using our Nicker SOU-YO Japanese hair brush.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUSTIONS (FAQ)

What is Nicker Poster Colour White used for?

Nicker Poster Colour White is used by illustrators and animation artists for opaque white highlights and corrections over inked linework. It's applied with a brush and dries matte and fully opaque.

Is Nicker White the same as gouache?

It's similar to gouache in application and finish but formulated with a higher pigment load specifically for illustration and animation production. It covers more consistently in a single pass than most comparable Western whites.

Can Nicker White be used in a fountain pen or dip pen?

No. It's too thick and pigment-heavy for fountain pens and will clog them. It's designed for brush application only. For opaque white in a pen format, see our white ink pens — the Uni Posca PC-1MR or the Uni-ball Signo Broad.

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