Copic Sketch Marker (brush tip)

The Copic Sketch Marker is produced by the Too Corporation in Japan. First introduced in 1987, this alcohol-based marker system is widely used in illustration and hand-lettering. Its design prioritizes professional features like a flexible brush tip and refillable ink.

Yes, Copic Sketch Markers are fully refillable using Copic Various Ink bottles, making them a long-term investment for artists. A single marker can be refilled multiple times before the felt tips wear out. The manufacturer even sells replacement nibs, extending the life of the pen indefinitely.

The marker features two distinct tips: a flexible brush tip on one end and a medium broad chisel tip on the other. The flexible brush tip is ideal for creating dynamic strokes mimicking watercolor, while the chisel tip is used for filling large areas. Both tips are compatible with Copic's airbrush system.

The system uses a combination of letters and numbers to indicate the color family, saturation, and brightness. For example, a code starting with 'B' indicates a blue marker, while the first digit represents saturation and the second represents lightness. This logical system makes it very easy for artists to blend colors.