DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, Lapis Lazuli Genuine

DANIEL SMITH, the worldwide leader of watercolors for artists, offers a collection of over 240 beautiful colors in their 15ml watercolors, more than any other manufacturer. The vision in formulating DANIEL SMITH watercolors was twofold: to meet and exceed the highest industry standards for the manufacture of artist's paints, and to ensure that every batch is thoroughly tested and analyzed for its performance qualities.

Many of the colors are traditional hues relied upon by all artists, while others are truly unique shades made only by DANIEL SMITH that have become indispensable to watercolor artists. The PrimaTek Watercolors, for instance, are made from minerals, often semi-precious, that have been ground into pigments, mixed with gum arabic, and milled into the final products. The first of these was Lapis Lazuli Genuine, introduced in 1998, followed by others such as Amethyst Genuine, Piemontite Genuine, and Serpentine Genuine. These PrimaTek colors often exhibit wonderful granulating effects that some artists have described as "magical."

In addition, DANIEL SMITH has developed a line of Luminescent Watercolors with special optical effects, perfect for capturing the sparkle, sheen, and reflective glow found in subjects like iridescent hummingbird feathers or the sheen of metals. Furthermore, the company has created safe and vibrant Cadmium Hues that offer the density and richness of cadmium colors without the use of the cadmium pigment itself. These Cadmium Hues are cleaner in mixtures and much stronger in tints, with working properties nearly identical to the low-soluble cadmium colors DANIEL SMITH previously manufactured.

DANIEL SMITH also sources unusual pigments to create exclusive colors, such as Cascade Green, Green Gold, and Moonglow, as well as colors from specific locations, like Burgundy Yellow Ochre, Monte Amiata Natural Sienna, and Roasted French Ochre. These watercolors are a favorite among artists worldwide, from professionals to beginners, due to their beautiful colors, consistent performance, and excellent lightfastness.

DANIEL SMITH Watercolors are packed with high-quality pigments using pure gum arabic as the binder, with no fillers. The company selects the perfect grind for each color to yield particle sizes that maximize the inherent qualities of the pigment, balancing maximum pigment load with minimum vehicle content.

In addition to their exceptional watercolor paints, DANIEL SMITH offers various complementary products to enhance the creative experience, including Watercolor Grounds, Masking Fluid, and Walnut Ink. All DANIEL SMITH products are made in the USA, in Seattle, Washington, for artists worldwide.

DANIEL SMITH is the Innovative Manufacturer of Beautiful Watercolors for Artists Worldwide, offering the largest range of watercolors of any manufacturer. Their collection includes the exciting PrimaTek watercolors made from minerals, unique colors not available elsewhere, and Luminescent Watercolors that capture the luminescent hues found in nature, which regular watercolors cannot.

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