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    I'm thinking about using ink that is visible under ultraviolet light on maps.
    You can see the effect in the video.



    However, I am not satisfied. The ink is very difficult to calligraph with, it often spills and stains.
    My experiments are ongoing and I'll let you know when I match the paper to the ink.

    Have any of you tried something like this? Can you recommend me a particular type of ink?

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    'love the idea ! In this specific case, this bad ink also adds something very natural and immersive with its stains, as if used with clumsy hands...
    I personally use the Noodlers Ink Blue Ghost invisible ink and had good results with it for drawing (can't say for calligraphy). I use it both with quill and in fountain pens, with no major trouble.

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    cool idea. Personally I've only use a big marker with it for a murder mystery at my old job. Love the thought of using it for a map
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    Quote Originally Posted by MistyBeee View Post
    'love the idea ! In this specific case, this bad ink also adds something very natural and immersive with its stains, as if used with clumsy hands...
    I personally use the Noodlers Ink Blue Ghost invisible ink and had good results with it for drawing (can't say for calligraphy). I use it both with quill and in fountain pens, with no major trouble.
    Thank you for the hint. I am just ordering 19190 Blue Ghost

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    Quote Originally Posted by Impractical Cartographer View Post
    Thank you for the hint. I am just ordering 19190 Blue Ghost
    Glad if I helped ! I do hope it will work well for you and am eager to have your thoughts

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