Robert Oster Shake 'N' Shimmy Aussie Liquid Gold is a bright, pure yellow ink renowned for its prominent gold or silver shimmer particles that create a sparkling effect, with low shading and no sheen. It flows wet, dries in about 20-40 seconds, and has low water resistance, making it ideal for those seeking a fun, eye-catching ink for writing or art. This limited-edition ink suits fountain pen enthusiasts who enjoy shimmer inks and are diligent about pen maintenance to prevent clogging.
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Ink Review #285: Robert Oster Shake & Shimmer Aussie Liquid Gold
This review details the wet flow, bright sunny yellow color with gold glitter, average 20-second dry time, and low shading of Robert Oster Shake 'N' Shimmy Aussie Liquid Gold ink on Tomoe River paper.
Ink Review #225: Robert Oster Aussie Liquid Gold
The ink features average flow with gold shimmer that may clog feeds occasionally, 40-second dry time, low water resistance, and comparisons to other yellow shimmer inks like Heart of Gold on various papers.
Robert Oster's "shake 'n' Shimmy" Inks - The Fountain Pen Network
Forum discussion on Robert Oster Shake 'N' Shimmy inks including Aussie Liquid Gold, with user images and comments on variants like Silver Fire & Ice and Rose Gold.
Inky Thots: Robert Oster Aussie Liquid Gold | D.Katie Powell Art
This review praises the medium flow, quick evaporation, monster white-gold glitter, and suitability for both writing and ink-painting on watercolor and Hahnemühle papers, comparing it to Heart of Gold.
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