Ohuhu Markers

You can buy Ohuhu markers online from Art Supplies NZ. Our range includes Ohuhu alcohol markers, brush-tip and fine-tip sets, pastel and skin-tone colours, marker pads and other Ohuhu art supplies. Orders are dispatched within New Zealand, so you can shop in NZD without ordering from an overseas marketplace.

Many of Ohuhu’s best-known ranges, including Honolulu, Honolulu B, Oahu and Kaala, use alcohol-based ink. Ohuhu also makes water-based, acrylic and other marker types, so check the individual product title and description before ordering. If you want to compare marker brands rather than shop specifically for Ohuhu, browse our alcohol-based marker collection.

The main difference is the tip combination. Ohuhu Honolulu markers generally pair a flexible brush tip with a broad chisel tip, while Honolulu B markers pair a brush tip with a fine tip. Choose Honolulu for broad coverage and flexible brushwork, or Honolulu B when you want a brush tip plus a finer point for outlines, details and smaller colouring areas.

For many beginners, an Ohuhu Honolulu B brush-and-fine set is an approachable choice because the brush tip supports colouring and blending while the fine tip gives control for details. A 48-colour set is a practical starting point. Larger 120- or 320-colour sets provide more shades and reduce the amount of colour mixing required, but the best set depends on your budget and artwork.

A brush tip is useful for expressive strokes, gradients, shading and colouring. A fine tip suits outlines, small details and controlled marks. A chisel tip covers larger areas quickly and can also create broad or narrow lines depending on its angle. Choose the dual-tip combination that matches how you draw and colour.

The number describes how many markers are included, but colour selections can vary between series and themed sets. A 48-colour set is compact and suitable for beginners or travel. A 120-colour set offers a broader palette for illustration and colouring. A 320-colour set provides extensive colour choice for frequent users who want more subtle transitions. Check the colour chart and tip style on the specific product page because not every set has the same colours or nib combination.

Smooth paper made for alcohol markers is the best starting point. Marker paper helps ink blend more evenly and generally absorbs less ink than ordinary drawing paper. Ohuhu marker pads are designed for this purpose. Always place a protective sheet beneath your page because alcohol ink can bleed through some papers.

Work while the ink is still wet. Start with the lighter colour, add the darker shade where you want depth, then use the lighter marker to soften the join with overlapping strokes. Small sections are easier to blend before they dry. A colourless blender can help move or lighten ink, but it does not blend colours in exactly the same way as applying two wet colours together.

Alcohol markers can bleed through standard sketchbook, copier and colouring-book paper. The amount depends on the paper thickness, coating and how much ink is applied. Use dedicated alcohol-marker paper where possible and keep a spare sheet beneath your work to protect the next page or work surface.

Yes, they can create smooth, vibrant colour in colouring books, but alcohol ink often passes through the page. Test a small area first and put a protective sheet behind the page. Brush-and-fine sets are especially useful when a design combines larger shapes with small details.

Suitability depends on the specific marker, the child’s age and the manufacturer’s product instructions. Alcohol markers should be used only as directed, with suitable ventilation and adult supervision where appropriate. Review the packaging and product details before giving any art marker to a child.

Orders are usually packed and dispatched within 1–2 working days after payment is confirmed. Most New Zealand orders arrive within 2–5 working days after dispatch, although rural addresses and courier delays may take longer. Shipping charges and available delivery options are shown at checkout.