{"title":"Akua Intaglio or Liquid Pigment Ink Modifiers","description":"\u003cp\u003eFine-tune your Akua inks with the right modifier for every technique. Whether you're working on a gel printing plate, pulling intaglio prints, or exploring monotype, Akua modifiers give you precise control over viscosity, open time, and coverage — all with the same water-based, non-toxic formula you trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Modifier Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransparent Base\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with both Akua Intaglio and Liquid Pigment. Extends colour transparency for layered, luminous prints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Agent\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with both lines. Helps release ink cleanly from the plate for crisp, controlled transfers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlending Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with both lines. Improves flow and eases colour mixing without sacrificing pigment strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetarder\u003c\/strong\u003e — For Akua Liquid Pigment only. Slows drying time for extended working and blending on the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtender\u003c\/strong\u003e — For Akua Liquid Pigment only. Increases volume while maintaining consistency and transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTack Thickener\u003c\/strong\u003e — For Akua Liquid Pigment only. Adds body and tack for more defined, textured marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMag Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e — For Akua Intaglio only. Adjusts the stiffness and working properties of Intaglio Inks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGel Printing Plate Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll Akua inks and modifiers work beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003eSpeedball Gel Printing Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are specifically engineered for printmaking inks. Akua Liquid Pigment Inks also work with homemade gelatin plates, while Akua Intaglio Inks do not — their soy-based formula resists absorption into gelatin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDrying \u0026amp; Paper Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkua inks dry through absorption into paper fibres rather than evaporation — no toxic cobalt dryers required. Use absorbent papers for best results; glossy or coated papers are not recommended as they resist absorption and may leave ink wet.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"akua-liquid-pigment-ink-modifiers","title":"Akua Liquid Pigment Ink Modifiers 4 oz (118 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFine-tune your Akua Liquid Pigment Inks with the right modifier for every technique. Whether you need to slow drying time, improve flow, extend coverage, or build body for textured marks, these water-based, non-toxic modifiers give you precise control over your ink — on the gel printing plate, in the studio, and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Modifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetarder\u003c\/strong\u003e — Slows the drying time of Akua Liquid Pigment Ink, giving you more open time to blend, layer, and work wet-on-wet. Ideal for monoprinting and gel plate work where extended workability matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlending Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e — Improves flow and eases colour mixing without diluting pigment strength. Compatible with both Akua Intaglio and Liquid Pigment Inks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtender\u003c\/strong\u003e — Increases the volume of your ink while maintaining consistency and colour transparency. Great for covering larger areas economically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTack Thickener\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adds body and increases tack for more defined, textured marks. Use when you want the ink to hold peaks or resist spreading on the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWorks Beautifully with Gel Printing Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAkua Liquid Pigment Inks and their modifiers are specifically engineered to perform on gel printing plates — including \u003cstrong\u003eSpeedball Gel Printing Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e. The water-based, soy-free formula absorbs cleanly into paper fibres for crisp, vibrant prints without the mess of solvent-based inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-based and non-toxic — safe for home and classroom studios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo toxic cobalt dryers — inks dry through paper absorption, not evaporation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Speedball and other quality gel printing plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on absorbent papers; not recommended for glossy or coated surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 4 oz (118 ml) bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Speedball","offers":[{"title":"Akua Liquid Pigment Modifier Retard 4oz","offer_id":46191150629098,"sku":"AK1M","price":15.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Akua Liquid Pigment Blending Medium 4oz","offer_id":46191150661866,"sku":"AK2M","price":15.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Akua Liquid Pigment Extender 4oz","offer_id":46191150694634,"sku":"AK3M","price":15.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Akua Liquid Pigment Tack Thickener 4oz","offer_id":46191150727402,"sku":"AK4M","price":15.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/0349\/0026\/files\/Liquid-Pigment-Modifier-Retarder-4oz_Akua_Liquid_Pigment_Ink_Modifiers_4_oz_118_ml_Speedball.webp?v=1787110937"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/0349\/0026\/collections\/AkuaLiquidPigmentInkModifiers.jpg?v=1787106720","url":"https:\/\/www.kingsframingandartgallery.com\/collections\/akua-intaglio-or-liquid-pigment-ink-modifiers.oembed","provider":"King's Framing \u0026 Art Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}