How to Grind Ink

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Gather your supplies.

   A good ink stone will have a hard, polished surface.
   
   You don't want it too rough because a rough surface can damage the brush.
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   Step 2: Fill the water pot

   ,,, Place the end of the ink stick into the water and pull some water up onto the plain of the grinding stone. , If the ink is too thick, it will not flow easily off the brush.
   
   If the ink is too thin, the color will be light.
   
   Practice getting the right consistency. , Clean the ink stone with water and a soft sponge or cloth.
   
   Never use anything that could damage the stone.
   
   Cover the stone to prevent the ink from drying if you will take a break.
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   Step 3: or well

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   Step 4: with water.

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   Step 5: Place a little water in the grinding stone.

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   Step 6: Select the color of ink stick you will use.

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   Step 7: Grasp the ink stick between your thumb and your index and middle fingers.

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   Step 8: Rub the stick on the stone in a circular motion until you have the color of ink you need.

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   Step 9: Grind only the ink that you need for that day

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    Step 10: and do not permit ink to dry in your ink stone.

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