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DANIEL SMITH: The Leader in Exceptional Watercolors for Artists Worldwide

DANIEL SMITH Watercolors are renowned for their unparalleled purity, permanence, and exceptional quality. The vision behind the formulation of DANIEL SMITH watercolors was twofold: to meet and exceed the highest industry standards for artist's paints, and to ensure that every batch is rigorously tested and analyzed for optimal performance.

As the global leader in watercolors, DANIEL SMITH offers an impressive range of over 240 beautiful colors in their 15ml watercolor line, more than any other manufacturer. Many of these colors are traditional favorites relied upon by artists of all levels, while others are truly unique shades created exclusively by DANIEL SMITH, which have become indispensable to the watercolor community.

The PrimaTek Watercolor line is a standout in the DANIEL SMITH portfolio, featuring pigments made from minerals, often semi-precious, that have been ground into pigments and combined with gum arabic. The first in this collection was Lapis Lazuli Genuine, introduced in 1998, and since then many more unique mineral-based colors have been added, such as Amethyst Genuine, Piemontite Genuine, and Serpentine Genuine. These PrimaTek colors often exhibit captivating granulating effects that some artists have described as "magical."

In addition to the PrimaTek line, DANIEL SMITH also offers Luminescent Watercolors, which have special optical effects that are perfect for capturing the sparkle, sheen, and reflective glow found in nature, such as the iridescence of hummingbird feathers or the metallic sheen of certain surfaces.

Recognizing the need for safer alternatives to traditional cadmium pigments, DANIEL SMITH has developed a range of Cadmium Hue colors that deliver the density and richness of cadmium without the use of the cadmium pigment itself. These Cadmium Hues are cleaner in mixtures and significantly more potent in tints, while offering nearly identical working properties to their low-soluble cadmium counterparts.

DANIEL SMITH's commitment to innovation extends beyond their exceptional pigments. They also source unusual and rare pigments from specific locations around the world, creating unique colors like Mayan Red, Lunar Blue, and Enviro-Friendly Red Iron Oxide, providing artists with an unparalleled palette of creative possibilities.

Whether you are a professional artist or a budding watercolorist, DANIEL SMITH Watercolors are a favorite choice for their beautiful colors, consistent performance, and exceptional lightfastness. Crafted with high-quality pigments and pure gum arabic binder, with no fillers, each DANIEL SMITH color is carefully formulated to maximize the inherent qualities of the pigment.

In addition to their impressive watercolor line, DANIEL SMITH also offers a range of complementary products, including Watercolor Grounds, Masking Fluid, and Walnut Ink, all designed to enhance the creative experience for artists. When you choose DANIEL SMITH, you are selecting the finest materials made in the USA, in Seattle, Washington, for artists worldwide.

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