Discover the Full Spectrum of Hero Arts Inks
At Hero Arts, we believe the right ink unlocks creativity. Our complete lineup of premium inks is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of every crafter—from bold beginners to seasoned artists. Whether you're looking for rich, crisp stamping, beautiful blending effects, splashy watercolor techniques or kid-safe creative fun, we’ve got the perfect ink for your next project.Explore our full range below: Essential, Core, Reactive, Ombre, Pigment, and Just for Kids. Each one brings something special to your craft table.
Explore our full range below: Essential, Core, Reactive, Ombre, Pigment, and Just for Kids. Each one brings something special to your craft table.
Essential Inks – Your Everyday Must-Haves
The Essential Inks collection brings together our most popular specialty inks—crafted to deliver reliable performance and professional results for a wide variety of stamping techniques. Each Essential Ink has a matching Inker for re-inking and other creative techniques.
INTENS-ified Black Ink
Deep, crisp black hybrid ink that is waterproof and alcohol marker-friendly
Embossing & Watermark Ink
Deep, crisp black hybrid ink that is waterproof and alcohol marker-friendly
Unicorn White Pigment Ink
Opaque, full coverage white. Slow-drying and perfect for heat embossing, stamping on dark cardstock and a variety of other cardmaking techniques.
Contour Ink
Smooth, light hybrid ink designed for no-line coloring. Works with alcohol markers, pencils, and watercolors.
Core Ink – Your Everyday Inks, in 50+ Vibrant Colors
Our Core Ink line is the ultimate everyday ink system—perfectly designed for all your basic stamping and cardmaking needs. A curated range of over 50 colors of dye and hybrid (dye + pigment) inks provides vibrant color and excellent performance.
Features
- Over 50 ink colors.
- Acid-free, archival and fade-resistant when heat set.
- Low-profile raised felt pads (3.5" x 2.25") inks stamps of any size.
- Perfect for all-purpose stamping, layered designs and ink-blending.
- Each color has a matching Inker for re-inking and creative techniques.
Reactive Inks – Dynamic, Water-Reactive Color
Reactive Inks are specially formulated hybrid inks that interact with water to produce stunning, organic effects—perfect for dynamic backgrounds, artistic techniques, and experimentation.
Features
- Low-profile raised felt pads (3.5" x 2.25") inks stamps of any size.
- Water-based, solvent-free, and non-toxic.
- Creamy consistency making them perfect for ink-blending and crisp stamped images.
- Water-reactive ink – just add water to activate for watercolor effects, splattering, and a variety of creative techniques.
- Each color has a matching Inker for re-inking and creative techniques.
Also Available
Reactive Glitz – A sparkling twist on our classic Reactive formula. These inks react with water and dry with a subtle shimmery finish. The raised foam pad measuring 3” x 3”, easily inks stamps. Great for backgrounds, watercoloring, or stamped accents that shine.
Pigment Ink – Rich, Opaque, and Emboss-Ready
Pigment Inks offer bold, opaque color with crisp detail—perfect for stamping messages and designs that pop. Pigment Ink is your best friend for vivid impressions and bold creative choices.
Features
- Low-profile raised felt pads (3.5" x 2.25") inks stamps of any size.
- Thick, rich slow-drying ink — ideal for heat embossing.
- Water-based, acid-free, and fade-resistant.
- Use a heat tool to speed up drying and lock in your design.
- Great for dark cardstock and fine detail work.
Ombré Ink Pads – Easy Gradation Stamping
Create instant visual interest with Ombré Ink Pads, featuring three coordinated shades in a smooth gradient. Ideal for stamping dimension and depth with a single impression.Position stamps on different parts of the pad for varied effects
Features
- Available in dye, hybrid, pigment, and Reactive formulations
- Great for sentiments, backgrounds, and standout designs
Just for Kids – Creative Fun Made Safe
Our Just for Kids ink pads are specially formulated for little hands and big imaginations.These inks are perfect for introducing children to stamping—encouraging creativity without the mess.
Features
- Water-based, non-toxic, and kid-safe.
- Work best on non-glossy surfaces.
- Washable version cleans easily from hands and clothing.
Inkers – Keep Your Color Going Strong
To extend the life of your favorite ink pads and unlock even more creative techniques, Hero Arts offers Inkers—coordinated liquid re-inkers designed to pair perfectly with many of our most popular inks.
Features
- Available for all Essential Inks, all Core Inks, and all Reactive Inks (excluding Reactive Glitz).
- Each Inker comes in a 0.5 oz dropper bottle for easy, mess-free application.
- Use to refresh and re-saturate ink pads for long-term use.
- Also perfect for watercoloring, background washes, and other direct-from-the-bottle techniques.