Artisan Air-Dry Clay — Black

Shade note: deep carbon black for dramatic contrast; superb with metallics and crisp transfers.

Premium, plastic-free, water-borne clay that flows effortlessly, takes a crisp edge, and cures to a refined porcelain-matte finish—no kiln. Built for thin pieces, soft domes, textures, and transfers.

Finish like ceramic — the Eco Forma System

• Matte Dip (ready-to-use): quick, protective matte seal that sets a clean base
• Dome Coat: Gloss for mirror height, or Velvet Matte for a tactile, low-glare dome
• Transfer (optional): Transfer Adhesive + Pre-Coated Transfer Film, or DIY with Transfer Coat

Artwork on Black

Pigment inkjets don’t print white and most colors are translucent—so standard transfers won’t show on solid black. Try one of these studio-friendly paths:

• Light inset (recommended): inlay/veneer a thin Porcelain-White panel (~1–2 mm) where the image will sit → Matte Dip (light) → Transfer Adhesive → apply print → peel low & slow → seal promptly with Matte Dip → Dome.
• Lamination face: laminate a very thin Porcelain-White skin on the front, keep black sides/back for contrast, then transfer as usual.
• No-transfer looks: lean into emboss/deboss, carving, metallic accents, or high-contrast inlays; finish with Dome Coat for depth.

How to use (quick flow)

Condition → cut / stamp / sculpt → dry flat → Matte Dip → Dome Coat to taste.

Sizes

1 lb and 2 lb

Shelf life & storage

Best within 8 months of opening. Stir well; refrigerate after opening to extend life; return to room temperature before conditioning.

Safety & eco stance

Water-borne, low-odor, low-VOC; plastic-free clay body. Decorative use only. Formal eco/food-contact certifications in process; see SDS and use as directed. Avoid direct food or mouth contact.

Bundles & Kits

Pairs with the Finishing Duo (Dip + Dome), Starter Kit, Studio Kit, or the Print Pack (for transfers on light insets) for a complete workflow.