A perfect sumi-e starter kit for anyone wishing to learn the classic art of sumi-e. Great for both novice and experienced sumi-e artists.

SUMINAGASHI KIT

Suminagashi is the Japanese art of water marbling in which liquid sumi ink is dropped onto water to create beautiful marbled patterns, then prints are pulled on washi paper.

Use Yasutomo's Suminagashi Kit (SG-KIT) to create your very own beautiful marbled ink prints.

Kit includes: 2 dishes (one for ink, one for water)2 brushes (one for ink, one for water)1 bottle of liquid sumi ink10 sheets of Hosho paper1 water tray & Illustrated instructions with QR code included.

BOKUJU SUMI SET

This set contains two sumi brushes (SW1 and CC3), one bottle of Liquid sumi ink, and a porcelain saucer 3 1/2″ diameter x 1/2″ deep in a beautiful paper box. Includes an instruction sheet with detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to paint a sumi poppy flower.

Instructions also include QR codes for video instructions on how to paint a poppy.

Yasutomo Hosho Paper Sketch Pad

This 48 sheet Hosho paper pad makes a great student sketch pad. Hosho paper is thick, strong, fluffy paper typically used for official documents, sketching and painting. Printmakers prefer its absorbency, strength and versatility. Painters like it for ink, watercolor and lettering. Hosho is also sometimes chosen for rubbing techniques.

Sumi-E Liquid Inks 

Sumi Liquid Inks are permanent and made from the same high-quality vegetable oil soot as our Sumi sticks. It is economical, convenient and time saving as it eliminates the need for grinding. All inks are AP Non-Toxic and conform to ASTM D4236 standards.