Genuine Hematite DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, 0.51 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

DANIEL SMITH Watercolors are the worldwide leader in artist-quality watercolors, offering over 240 beautiful colors – the most of any manufacturer. These classic watercolors are renowned for their unsurpassed purity, permanence, and lightfastness.

The vision behind DANIEL SMITH watercolors has a twofold focus: first and foremost, to produce the best watercolors in terms of lightfastness and permanence; and second, to offer a selection of truly unique colors. Every batch of DANIEL SMITH Watercolors is meticulously tested and analyzed to ensure it meets and exceeds the highest industry standards for artist paints.

Many of the 240+ colors in the 15ml range are traditional hues relied upon by artists, while others are "truly unique" shades made exclusively by DANIEL SMITH. These include the PrimaTek Watercolors, formulated from ground minerals – often semi-precious – such as Lapis Lazuli Genuine, Amethyst Genuine, and Serpentine Genuine. These PrimaTek colors often exhibit wonderful granulating effects that some artists have described as "magical."

DANIEL SMITH has also developed a line of Luminescent Watercolors, which possess special optical effects perfect for capturing subjects with a sparkle, sheen, or reflective glow, like iridescent hummingbird feathers or the sheen of metal. Additionally, the brand's Cadmium Hue colors provide the density and richness of cadmium without the actual cadmium pigment, resulting in cleaner mixtures and stronger tints.

Beyond the 15ml range, DANIEL SMITH offers a variety of other products to cater to the diverse needs of artists, including:

• 5ml Watercolors in 88 popular colors • Watercolor Sticks in 51 colors, offering a new expressive medium • Watercolor Dot Cards, allowing artists to easily try the full color range • Watercolor Grounds in 4 colors, enabling painting on any surface • Watercolor Sets, including the Essentials Set, PrimaTek Set, and more

DANIEL SMITH Watercolors are a favorite among artists worldwide, from professionals to beginners, due to their beautiful colors, consistent performance, and exceptional lightfastness. Each color is formulated with high-quality pigments and pure gum arabic as the binder, with no fillers.

The brand's commitment to innovation and quality has made DANIEL SMITH the go-to choice for artists seeking the best watercolor materials. From the unique PrimaTek and Luminescent lines to the diverse range of supporting products, DANIEL SMITH continues to push the boundaries of what watercolor can achieve.

Hematite Genuine is one such unique DANIEL SMITH color, ground from a heavy, silvery-black mineral rich in iron. In thick washes, the heavier iron particles settle, creating bold granulation, while in thin washes, it takes on a soft, dove-gray appearance. Hematite mixes beautifully with other colors, adding its granulation and slightly neutralizing the mixed hue. It is an excellent choice for techniques like sketching in branches, where the natural granulation mimics the texture of bark.

By choosing DANIEL SMITH Watercolors and products, artists worldwide are ensuring they have access to the finest materials to support their creative expression.

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