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How Ink Is Made

It is easy to get caught up in the frenzy of the newest gadget, but ink is everywhere. This short film demonstrates how technically complex, fascinating and beautiful the ink-making process is. Touch devices are getting more amazing every day, but nothing beats the tactile joy of holding something printed on beautiful paper with gorgeous inks.

Great find by @laughingsquid.

A Chief Ink Maker shows how colour and ink is created from the raw ingredients--powder, varnish, and passion. Everything designers and printers need to know about the process, the challenges and joy of ink making. Find out more about us at: http://www.theprintinginkcompany.ca/ Presented by Peter Welfare, president and head inkmaker, The Printing Ink Company.
Peter Welfare, president and Chief Ink Maker of  The Printing Ink Company, shows  how ink is made.

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