Paint Library/French Ultramarine

French Ultramarine

Extra Fine by Daniel Smith
French Ultramarine Swatch

Ratings

LightfastnessIExcellent

Blue wool 7-8. The pigment will remain unchanged for more than 100 years of light exposure with proper mounting and display. (Suitable for artistic use.)

TransparencyTTransparent

Transparent

Staining3Medium-Staining

Partially liftable once dry.

GranulationYGranulating

Pigment particles are uneven and clearly visible.

Manufacturer Description

From Daniel Smith:
This medium-to-dark warm, reddish-blue is highly lightfast and medium tinting strength. It’s sedimentary quality increases its versatility. Mixed with various portions of other blues, French Ultramarine is a wonderful sky pigment. Modify it with Quinacridone Gold for delightful greens that remain color-coordinated. Mix French Ultramarine with Quinacridone Burnt Orange and be rewarded with an amazing range of blue to brown grays. Mixed with either Quinacridone Rose or Pink, a range of purples result. For another important mix, see Hooker’s and Sap Green.

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