DANIEL SMITH Primatek Introductory Watercolor Set - 6 Tubes, 285610006

DANIEL SMITH Watercolors are the worldwide leader in artist's watercolors, offering over 240 beautiful colors in 15ml tubes, more than any other manufacturer. The vision behind the formulation of 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 tested and analyzed for its performance qualities.

Many of the colors are traditional, relied upon by all artists, but DANIEL SMITH also creates "truly unique" colors that have become essential to the watercolor community. PrimaTek Watercolors, in particular, are made from minerals, often semi-precious, that have been ground into pigments, mixed with gum arabic, and milled into the final product. These colors, such as Lapis Lazuli Genuine, Amethyst Genuine, and Serpentine Genuine, offer wonderful granulating effects that some artists have described as "magical."

In addition to the PrimaTek line, DANIEL SMITH offers Luminescent Watercolors, which are designed to capture the sparkle, sheen, and reflective glow of subjects like hummingbird feathers and metallic surfaces. The company has also developed safe and vibrant Cadmium Hues that provide the density and richness of cadmium colors without the use of the cadmium pigment.

Some of DANIEL SMITH's unique colors, such as Cascade Green, Green Gold, and Moonglow, are created exclusively by the company. They also source unusual pigments from specific locations to produce colors like Burgundy Yellow Ochre, Monte Amiata Natural Sienna, and Roasted French Ochre.

DANIEL SMITH Watercolors are a favorite among artists of all levels, from beginners to professionals, due to their beautiful colors, consistent performance, and exceptional lightfastness. The paints are formulated with high-quality pigments and pure gum arabic as the binder, with no fillers. The company carefully selects the perfect grind for each color to maximize the inherent qualities of the pigment.

In addition to their extensive line of watercolors, DANIEL SMITH offers a range of complementary products, including Watercolor Grounds, Masking Fluid, and Walnut Ink, to provide artists with even more creative possibilities. All DANIEL SMITH products are proudly made in the USA, in Seattle, Washington, for artists worldwide.

The DANIEL SMITH Watercolor PrimaTek Set is a curated collection of six 5ml tubes of the company's unique PrimaTek Watercolors, featuring colors made from minerals such as Rhodonite, Jadeite, Amethyst, Mayan Blue, Hematite, and Piemontite. These paints offer exceptional granulating effects and brilliant, flowing qualities that make them a must-have for any watercolor artist.

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