{"product_id":"daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-paint-piemontite-genuine-5ml-tube-primatek-granulating-texture","title":"DANIEL SMITH Extra-Fine Watercolour Paint, Piemontite Genuine 5ml Tube — PrimaTek Granulating Texture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDANIEL SMITH Piemontite Genuine is an extra-fine PrimaTek watercolour in a 5ml tube that delivers rich ruddy-violet tones and dramatic granulation for textured shadows and autumnal effects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade by DANIEL SMITH in Seattle, this 5ml tube contains pigment ground from the Piemontite mineral and mixed with pure gum arabic to create a colour prized for its granulating behavior, deep carmine undertones, and reliable lightfastness. Part of the PrimaTek family, Piemontite Genuine gives artists a unique natural mineral texture not achievable with standard synthetic pigments. The smaller 5ml size offers an affordable way to sample a specialty colour while preserving the same quality standards used across DANIEL SMITH's full watercolour range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat visual effects can Piemontite Genuine create in paintings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiemontite Genuine is known for pronounced granulation: pigment particles settle unevenly as washes dry, producing organic speckled textures and mineral-like surfaces. Its darkest mixes read as a deep ruddy violet, while diluted washes shift to warm violet-browns ideal for atmospheric shadows and mottled surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrong granulation for textured skies, rocks, and foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeep hue at full strength, warm carmine tones in lighter washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse alone or combine with transparent pigments for layered effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 5ml tube fit into a working palette or travel kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5ml size is compact and economical for artists who want to use Piemontite as an accent or experiment without committing to a larger tube. It's convenient for plein air sets, sketchbooks, and sample testing while maintaining the same pigment load and binder quality as larger DANIEL SMITH tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall footprint for travel palettes and field kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAffordable way to try a PrimaTek colour before purchasing larger sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatches performance of 15ml line for consistency across projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the handling and permanence characteristics of this paint?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDANIEL SMITH formulates Piemontite Genuine to meet high industry standards: it uses pure gum arabic with no fillers, a pigment grind chosen to showcase the mineral’s natural texture, and testing for permanence. The colour is semi-transparent, low-staining, and rated for excellent lightfastness when used under normal display conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSemi-transparent body that layers well over other washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow staining for lifting and reworking in areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduced and tested to ASTM standards for artists’ paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow might Piemontite Genuine be combined with other colours?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiemontite's warm violet-brown granulation makes it a versatile partner: it can deepen shadow areas, add earthy texture to leaves, or introduce subtle mineral tones when mixed with greens and ochres. Because it granulates, expect mixtures to retain some of that textured character, which can be used creatively to enhance realism and surface interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix with transparent greens for aged foliage or moss effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend with warm ochres to mute and enrich earth tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayer over luminous colours to create contrast between sheen and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this is for: Piemontite Genuine in a 5ml tube is ideal for watercolourists wanting an authentic mineral texture without a big purchase. It's well suited to landscape and botanical painters seeking granulating shadows, illustrators exploring unique palettes, and students or advancing hobbyists sampling DANIEL SMITH’s PrimaTek collection. If you value high pigment concentration, consistent manufacturing standards, and the creative possibilities of naturally sourced pigments, this small tube is a practical addition to your watercolour toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Piemontite Genuine lightfast and permanent?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. DANIEL SMITH formulates Piemontite Genuine for excellent lightfastness and permanence, made to ASTM standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I mix Piemontite with other watercolours?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Absolutely. It mixes well, often retaining granulation—try with greens or ochres to create rich, textured shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DANIEL SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55251417989457,"sku":"B014171DPS","price":29.21,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daniel-smith-piemontite-front-tube.jpg?v=1791643527","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-paint-piemontite-genuine-5ml-tube-primatek-granulating-texture","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}