The paper aims to explore the artistic integration of ink painting in packaging design. In the social reality where various cultures collide with each other and art design is ubiquitous, ink and wash art constantly absorbs and learns from the essence of other art forms, and has a close relationship with each art category. Thorough external characteristics and profound connotation of ink art forms, from the perspective of true, simple, spirit, the uniqueness of ink painting is explored, and it is concluded that blend in with the extension of ink in the packaging design is feasible and conform to the dual requirements of the consumer and time. Combined with ink graphics and text on directional discussion even aesthetic artistic conception, the outstanding representative in the packaging design field are selected for comprehensive and detailed review and analysis.. The visual elements and the beauty of spirit in ink painting culture are the inspiration source in the current packaging design. The changes in depth, as well as the tranquil and distant artistic conception great for both active and passive enable the packaging design works to have greater artistic charm and economic value, and achieve more outstanding and long-term development.