Hi,
I'm beginning calligraphy, and I've gotten some nice nibs, an oblique holder, and good paper, but I really have no idea where to start when it comes to ink. For now I'm using some unrecognizable brand that came from a novelty set, which presumably isn't ideal. I've been looking at sumi inks because of the blackness, but if anyone strongly recommends trying oak gall or something else for beginners, I'm willing to check out other options. Does anyone have a recommendation of a particular brand of sumi ink, or if you really think I should use something else, do you have any specific other recommendations?
Thanks so much in advance. I'm running low on my other ink so am planning on buying more ink soon, but there's really not much information I've been able to find online.