Smalt Dumonts Blue S3 Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour 5ml
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Professional Watercolour Paint
Originally used in classical stained glass and pottery, Smalt (Dumont’s Blue) is an iconic colour steeped in rich history. This bright variation on cobalt mimics a reflective finish that is subtle, yet gives work a slight sheen that sets skyscapes alight and gives still life scenes extra luster
Winsor & Newton use only the finest pigments to ensure you’re guaranteed brilliance, permanence, and strength of colour in your work
With 79 single pigment colours, Winsor & Newton offer the widest range of modern and traditional pigments
Formulated using the highest quality production methods to achieve optimal pigment dispersion, meaning every wash will remain vibrant and luminescent
96% of the colours in the Professional Watercolour rangeare‘permanent for artists’ use’ meaningthe colours used today will appear the same for generations to come
Available in 5ml Tubes
Lightfastness Code I Lightfastness Description Excellent Opacity Description Transparent Colour Number710 Series3 Pigment CodesPV15 Granulation And Staining G Permanence A Permanence Description Permanent
Winsor and Newton’s commitment to quality is evident in their Professional Watercolour range, where only the finest pigments are utilized to ensure guaranteed brilliance, permanence, and colour strength. Boasting an extensive palette, the collection comprises 79 single pigment colours, offering a diverse selection of both modern and traditional hues. The formulation of these watercolours employs the highest quality production methods, resulting in optimal pigment dispersion. This ensures that every wash maintains a vibrant and luminescent appearance. Remarkably, 96% of the colours in the Professional Watercolour range are labeled ‘permanent for artists’ use,’ assuring artists that the colours used today will remain consistent for generations to come. Conveniently available in 5ml tubes, Winsor and Newton’s Professional Watercolour range stands as a testament to their commitment to delivering enduring quality in the world of watercolour painting.
Watercolour FAQ’s
Why are some colours of watercolours easy to wash away after drying and other colours are not?
The fact that some colours remain on the paper and can only be partially washed away is due to the type of pigment (particle size) and/or the quality of the paper used.
How do you create bleeding with watercolour?
The bleeding technique is similar to the wet into wet technique (wetting your paper first with water, or painting into a wet area of colour), only instead of laying your brush on the surface, let the colour drip from above one into the next.
Tip – To control the bleed area, pre-wet only where you want the colour to go first.
Does a watercolour have to be varnished?
It is not absolutely necessary to varnish a watercolour, but varnish helps you protect your work from moisture and dirt. Remember that Watercolour Paint is not waterproof, so remember to follow application instructions when varnishing your artwork. You can also choose not to varnish your work, and instead place it in a frame with UV-resistant glass.
What does “granulation” mean?
Granulation is a property of some pigments which refers to pigments in the paint combining together in small groups once applied. This produces a flocculated or curdled effect that brings life to the colour surface.
