Tim Holtz Distress - Markers Ranger Distress Marker - Abandoned Coral. Tim Holtz Distress Markers are water-based inks for coloring, journaling, stamping and more. Acid free, non-toxic. Available in Distress 49 color palette. Available open stock or in canister set. Use brush tip for coloring, stamping and shading. We recommend storing Distress Markers horizontally to keep ink flowing at both tips.