Introducing the "Explorers" Collection, a tribute to the indomitable spirit of adventure and discovery that has shaped our understanding of the world. This exquisite collection of inks celebrates the lives and legacies of four of history's most iconic explorers: David Livingstone, Sacagawea, Dame Freya Stark, and Marco Polo. Each ink is meticulously crafted to capture the essence of their remarkable journeys and the landscapes they traversed.

1. David Livingstone: An earthy red-brown shading ink with a wide variation from light beige to deep earthen brown, and a subtle sheen. This ink reflects the rich soils and diverse terrains of Africa that Livingstone explored with relentless curiosity and compassion.

Featured artwork:"David Livingstone”
by Frederick Havill c.1896, Public Domain


2. Sacagawea: A shimmering shading ink with a base of light blue and a hint of teal, revealing pink undertones as it dries. The color-changing shimmer shifts between green, gold, and blue, mirroring the vibrant wilderness of the American frontier that Sacagawea navigated with unparalleled skill and knowledge.

Featured artwork: "Lewis & Clark at Three Forks”
Mural by Edgar Samuel Paxson 1912, Public Domain


3. Dame Freya Stark: A desert beige ink that transforms into shades of blue, green, and pink as it dries, with a dusty rose shimmer. This ink evokes the ever-changing horizons and the unexpected beauty Stark discovered in the most remote and enigmatic regions of the Middle East and Persia.

Featured artwork: "Dame Freya Madeline Stark”
by Herbert Arnould Olivier 1923, Public Domain


4. Marco Polo: A true jade green ink that captures the wealth and splendor of the Orient. This rich, vibrant green reflects the lush landscapes, intricate gardens, and luxurious textiles that Polo encountered on his legendary journey along the Silk Road.

Featured artwork: “Mosaic of Marco Polo”
Municipal Palace of Genoa: Palazzo Grimaldi Doria-Tursi
by the Salviati Glass Company 1867, Public Domain


Each ink in the "Explorers" Collection is more than just a writing medium; it is an invitation to embark on your own journey of discovery and wonder. Let these inks inspire you to chart your own course, capture your thoughts, and write your history. Embrace the legacy of these trailblazers, and let your words carry the spirit of adventure and the allure of the unknown.