BG99 Flagstone Blue: Copic Markers Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG99 Flagstone Blue is a medium green-blue Copic Marker which mimics Perylene Green watercolor. This is an essential color for landscape sketches, ideal for distant trees, shrubs, and mountains. BG99 is only available in Copic Sketch and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has different characteristics based upon its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG99 Flagstone Blue

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A medium blue-green

Resemblance: Perylene Green watercolor

Actual Value: N7 (notice this color is lighter than the promised “9” value on the cap and significantly lighter than the cap color)

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: NO! The plastic on a Sketch marker is incredibly deceiving. The color is much darker than 1-2 coats of BG99. It’s actually closer to 5 layers of BG99.

Buildup: BG99 looks oily from the first layer which means you’ll need to build up 4 or more layers before the ink does not look streaky or splotchy.

Shattering: BG99 easily shatters into blue and green with strong amber-brown leakage around the margins

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG99 is a mildly staining color.

Lift: BG99 lifts slightly but the paper will remain light blue and you may see amber edges to the correction zone.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: BG99 did not fade during the test period.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG99 is the darker of the BG-Ninety family

Family Members: BG90, BG93, BG96, BG99

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A strong magenta like RV17

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with pale gray like RV34

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor 1076 90% Warm Grey is perfect for pushing BG11 if used with an extremely light touch.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using blue-green:

We do not currently have classes using BG32 but the following classes feature light BG markers.

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG markers:

Color palettes and swatches using BG markers:

Visit us at VanillaArts.com for ways to use BG45 and other turquoise markers.

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)

BG32 Aqua Mint: Copics Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG32 Aqua Mint is a soft greenish turquoise Copic Marker which mimics Cobalt Turquoise watercolor. A candy colored pastel ideal for party images, Easter, and feminine color palettes. BG32 is only available in Copic Sketch and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has different characteristics based upon its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG32 Aqua Mint

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A light greenish blue

Resemblance: Cobalt Turquoise watercolor

Actual Value: N3

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: The plastic on a Sketch marker accurately resembles 1 coat of BG32 ink.

Buildup: BG32 layers beautifully and reaches maximum value at 4 coats. We did not detect any blotchiness as we layered this color, unusual for a Copic ink!

Shattering: Shatters into viridian with hints of blue leakage.

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG32 is a moderate staining color.

Lift: BG32 can be lightened slightly but the paper remains light blue and the edges of the lifted area look noticeably dark.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: Our swatch did not noticeably fade during the test period.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG32 is the lighter of the only two markers in the BG-Thirty family.

Family Members: BG32, BG34

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A pale pink like RV11

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with soft violet-gray like BV20

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor 105 Cobalt Turquoise is perfect for pushing BG11 if used with an extremely light touch.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using pale aqua:

We do not currently have classes using BG32 but the following classes feature light BG markers.

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG markers:

Color palettes and swatches using BG32:

Visit us at VanillaArts.com for more ways to use BG32 and other turquoise markers.

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)

BG45 Nile Blue: Copic Markers Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG45 Nile Blue is a light greenish blue Copic Marker which mimics Phthalo Turquoise watercolor. This may be too green for a spring sky but it’s a gorgeous and happy color for Easter, birthdays, and water scenes. BG45 is only available in Copic Sketch and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has different characteristics based upon its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG45 Nile Blue

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A light bluish green

Resemblance: Phthalo Turquoise watercolor

Actual Value: N4

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: The plastic on a Sketch marker matches 1 coat of BG45 ink.

Buildup: BG45 layers easily and smoothly from the firsts coat and reaches maximum value at about 3 coats. We did not detect any blotchiness as we layered this color, unusual for a Copic ink!

Shattering: This ink is pale but a sharp eye can detect the faint hint of yellow leakage.

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG45 is a mildly staining color.

Lift: BG45 can be lightened slightly but the paper remains light blue and the color never fully disappears.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: There was a slight, maybe 10% fade of BG45 during the test period.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG45 is the lighter of the only two markers in the BG-Forty family.

Family Members: BG45, BG49

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A pale pink like RV11

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with pale gray like BV20

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor 105 Cobalt Turquoise is perfect for pushing BG11 if used with an extremely light touch.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using pale aqua:

We do not currently have classes using BG32 but the following classes feature light BG markers.

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG markers:

Color palettes and swatches using BG markers:

Visit us at VanillaArts.com for ways to use BG45 and other turquoise markers.

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)

BG13 Mint Green: Copics Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG13 Mint Green is a warm medium teal Copic Marker which mimics Cobalt Turquoise watercolor. A cheerful color, ideal for spring and party images. BG13 is available in Copic Sketch, Ciao, and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has unique characteristics based on its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG13 Mint Green

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A warm, medium teal.

Resemblance: Cobalt Turquoise watercolor.

Actual Value: N4 (please read the Natural Ink Family info below for a blending warning)

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: The plastic on a Sketch marker accurately resembles 1-2 coats of BG13 ink.

Buildup: BG13 layers well and reaches maximum value at 3 coats.

Shattering: Shatters into viridian with hints of warm greenish gold leakage. We also noted that at 4 layers of ink, we saw this golden color around the outer edges of the sample.

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG13 is a staining color.

Lift: BG13 can be lightened slightly but the paper remains a light blue color and the edges of the lifted area look noticeably green.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: Our swatch did not fade at all during the test period.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG13 is in the middle of of the BG-Teen family. To be honest, this group feels like semi-related markers which have been mashed together into a single family. BG10 and 11 are close but related while BG13 and BG15 glow. Then BG18 has a bit of murkiness to it.

WARNING: In keeping with our theory that the BG-Teens are only semi-related, please notice that both BG13 and BG15 measure a value of 4. If BG13 was truly a dilution of BG15, they would not measure as the same value. This causes a lot of confusion when users try to color blending combinations such as BG11-BG13-BG15 or BG13-BG15-BG18, only to find that they do not create the expected light-medium-dark effect. It’s not your eyes, these markers are misnumbered and not related!

Family Members: BG18, BG15, BG13, BG11, BG10

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A pale pink like RV00

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with soft gray like N3

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor 936 Slate Grey is perfect for pushing BG11 if used with an extremely light touch.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using BG13:

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG13:

Color palettes and swatches using BG13:

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)

BG11 Moon White: Copics Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG11 Moon White is a pale teal Copic Marker which resembles highly diluted Cobalt Turquoise watercolor. A mature, pretty color, ideal for realistic coloring and soft backgrounds. BG11 is only available in Copic Sketch and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has unique characteristics based on its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG11 Moon White

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A warm teal.

Resemblance: highly diluted Cobalt Turquoise watercolor.

Actual Value: N2

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: The plastic on a Sketch marker resembles 2 coats of BG11 ink.

Buildup: BG11 layers beautifully and reaches maximum value at 4 coats.

Shattering: Shatters into viridian with hints of warm gray leakage. The test sample is so faint though, that the leakage is only visible upon very close examination.

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG11 is mildly staining but the color itself is so pale that the staining isn’t super-noticable.

Lift: BG11 lifts very easily.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: The fade was slight on this marker, about 15%.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG11 is at the lighter end of the BG-Teen family. To be honest, this group feels like semi-related markers which have been mashed together into a single family. BG10 and 11 are close but related while BG13 and BG15 glow. Then BG18 has a bit of murkiness to it.

Family Members: BG18, BG15, BG13, BG11, BG10

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A pale pink like RV00 or RV10

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with soft gray like N0

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor 936 Slate Grey is perfect for pushing BG11 if used with an extremely light touch.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using BG11:

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG11:

Color palettes and swatches using BG11:

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)

BG02 New Blue: Copics Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG02 New Blue is green-shifted blue Copic Marker which mimics Phthalo Turquoise watercolor. This is a natual sea blue-green which is perfect for water scenes and landscapes. BG02 is only available in Copic Sketch and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has unique characteristics based on its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG02 New Blue

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A green-leaning blue

Resemblance: Phthalo Turquoise watercolor.

Actual Value: N3

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: The plastic on a Sketch marker matches 1-2 coats of BG02

Buildup: BG02 reaches full strength at 4 layers and does not develop any mottled oily appearance.

Shattering: BG02 does not appear to shatter.

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG02 is slightly staining and left the paper noticeably yellowed.

Lift: BG02 is a bit stubborn. We were surprised how little lifting occurred, despite the pale color value.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: The fade was slight on this marker, about 10%.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG02 is in the mid-range of a large blue family.

Family Members: BG09, BG07, BG05, BG02, BG01, BG000, BG0000.

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A light scarlet or carmine red such as R02

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with light gray like N2

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor 901 Indigo Blue is perfect for pushing BG02 if used with a very light pressure.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using BG02:

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG02:

We continue to create new content and stamps and we will update here as more become available.

Visit the stamp shop page at our sister site VanillaArts.com for a wide variety of Copic classes.

Color palettes and swatches using BG02:

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)

BG49 Duck Blue: Copics Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG49 Duck Blue is very bluish green Copic Marker which mimics Phthalo Turquoise watercolor. This marker makes a beautiful and sophisticated addition to any color palette in lieu of blue or green. BG18 is available in Copic Sketch, Ciao, and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has unique characteristics based on its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG49 Duck Blue

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A cooler turquoise (more blue than green)

Resemblance: Phthalo Turquoise watercolor.

Actual Value: N7 (note this is lighter than the 9 in “BG49” indicates)

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: The plastic on a Sketch marker matches 1 coat of BG49.

Buildup: BG49 develops a slightly oily look on the third coat.

Shattering: Shatters into viridian and cyan with hints of yellow on the outer edge.

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG49 is highly staining.

Lift: BG49 is stubborn and permanent. You can lighten it slightly but it can only be camouflaged, not lifted.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: The fade was slight on this marker, about 10%.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG49 is the dark end of a very small family. This is disappointing because we’d use this family more if we had more natural combinations for it.

Family Members: BG45, BG49

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A medium standard pink like RV13

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with medium gray like N5

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor 901 Indigo Blue is perfect for pushing BG49.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using BG49:

Key to My Heart: a lesson on finish & shine, two of the most under-appreciated elements of texture. Finish and shine are important to telling stories with your artwork. Find more info here.

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG49:

We continue to create new content and stamps and we will update here as more become available.

Visit the stamp shop page at our sister site VanillaArts.com for a wide variety of Copic classes.

Color palettes and swatches using BG49:

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)

BG18 Teal Blue: Copics Uncapped (Marker Swatch, Ink Testing)

BG18 Teal Blue is a diluted teal Copic Marker which resembles Cobalt Turquoise watercolor. This is a mature, desaturated color, ideal for natural and realistic coloring. BG18 is only available in Copic Sketch and Classic marker styles.

Every Copic Marker has unique characteristics based on its unique ink formula.

Knowing how a color behaves will help you blend effectively and make art with confidence.

BG18 Teal Blue

Let’s take a closer look at this Copic Marker and its ink characteristics.

Temperature: A warm teal.

Resemblance: Moderately diluted Cobalt Turquoise watercolor.

Actual Value: N5 (note this is much lighter than the 8 in “BG18” indicates)

All Copics are measured on a Neutral Gray value scale. The last number on the cap is supposed to indicate value but we’ve found discrepancies where the actual ink value is different than cap designation.

Cap Accuracy: NO! The plastic on a Sketch marker is incredibly misleading. Not only is the plastic too dark but it’s also too blue. This really bothers me because I love this ink but I don’t use it much because I forget how wrong the cap is.

Buildup: BG18 layers beautifully.

Shattering: Shatters into viridian and cyan with faint hints of yellow on the outer edge.

Chromatography testing shows this ink’s behavior when it comes in contact with #0 Colorless Blender (solvent). High shattering colors may leak unexpected color when you make corrections or attempt to blend with any color that has a high solvent to colorant ratio. Shattering is not bad, it’s just something to be aware of.

Staining: BG18 stains slightly.

Lift: A moderate lifting color. It’s not erasable but you can soften some mistakes.

See staining swatch. Sample was given 6 stripes of #0 Colorless Blender, drying between each stripe. Results indicate how much lifting you can expect.

Lightfast: The fade was slight on this marker, less than 10%.

Samples were swatched on X-Press It Blending Card. 1 layer of ink was exposed to windowsill sunlight for 21 days. Approximately 10 hours of sun per day based on weather conditions. Note: we do not recommend displaying original Copic art under these conditions.

Natural Ink Family: BG18 should be a darker version of the other markers in this family. This doesn’t seem to be true. BG13 and BG15 are glowing colors, so BG18 should be glowing and dark, yet it’s a mild color with a bit of murkiness to it.

Family Members: BG18, BG15, BG13, BG11, BG10

We include this information because many Copic users never think deeper than the letter groupings (R, BV, G, etc.). Every ink has its own temperature variations and underlying flavors. Understanding what an ink looks like in its different dilutions helps when creating your own blending combinations.

Complement: A medium standard pink like RV13.

Underpaint: We suggest underpainting with medium gray like N5

This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Pushing Pencil: Prismacolor Indigo Blue 901 is perfect for pushing BG18.

VanillaArts.com (our sister site) teaches a Push & Pull technique for dimensional coloring. This is simply one suggestion. Many possible colors exist. Test to find a color that pleases you.

Vanilla Arts Classes using BG18:

We continue to create new content and classes and we will update here as more become available.

Visit the workshop resource page at our sister site VanillaArts.com for a wide variety of Copic classes.

Vanilla Arts Digi Stamps using BG18:

We continue to create new content and stamps and we will update here as more become available.

Visit the stamp shop page at our sister site VanillaArts.com for a wide variety of Copic classes.

Color palettes and swatches using BG18:

We are building our palette and swatch collection a little more each week and will update here as more become available.

Visit the color resource page at our sister site VanillaArts.com for a wide variety of Copic palettes and swatches.

Looking for beautiful color palettes?

We absolutely love The Color Catalog 1 & 2 from Sarah Renae Clark. It puts hundreds of Copic friendly color palettes at your fingertips.

(note: affiliate link)