{"product_id":"daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-paint-prussian-blue-15ml-transparent-medium-high-staining","title":"DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolour Paint Prussian Blue (15ml) — Transparent, Medium-High Staining","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolour in Prussian Blue (15ml) is a professional-grade, transparent blue paint prized for its strong staining, subtle granulation, and reliable lightfastness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 15ml tube of Prussian Blue (PB27) is part of DANIEL SMITH’s Extra Fine line — a palette engineered for artists who demand colour purity, permanence, and consistent performance. Made in Seattle and formulated with high pigment load and pure gum arabic binder, this blue blends smoothly, disperses evenly in washes, and holds up to archival standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat visual qualities does Prussian Blue bring to a watercolour palette?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrussian Blue delivers a cool, slightly green-leaning blue that is transparent and medium-to-high in staining power. It can produce even, luminous washes or more textured, granulating passages depending on dilution and paper choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransparent colour with clear, luminous washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium–high staining for strong layering and glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSubtle granulation that adds texture in washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well mixed with warmer pigments for varied blue-grays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this tube perform in washes, glazing, and lifting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paint disperses readily for broad washes and holds its tint in thin layers without losing brilliance. Its staining tendency makes complete lifting difficult once layered, but that quality supports robust glazing and intense colour buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasily forms even large-area washes with minimal streaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent for transparent glazes and layered colour effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModerate to difficult lifting after drying due to staining\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMixes cleanly with other DANIEL SMITH colours and cadmium hues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this paint permanent and suitable for archival work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolours are formulated and tested to meet rigorous industry standards; Prussian Blue conforms to ASTM labeling and offers excellent lightfastness. That makes it a dependable choice when longevity and colour stability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConforms to ASTM D4236 and D5067 standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRated for strong lightfastness among comparable pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade with high pigment load and pure gum arabic binder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduced in the USA under controlled formulation and testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do artists use this colour in practice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrussian Blue is versatile: useful for skies, deep water, cool shadows, and moody atmospheres. Its transparency makes it excellent for layering, while its slightly greener tone distinguishes it from other strong blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for marine scenes, nocturnes, and cool shadow passages\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with warm yellows or earths to neutralize or create greys\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix with luminescent or granulating colours for special effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply in thin layers to retain luminosity, or use more concentrated for depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? This 15ml Prussian Blue suits professional artists, illustrators, and dedicated hobbyists who want archival-grade pigments with predictable behavior. It’s an excellent addition to any studio palette for those who value colour purity, dependable lightfastness, and the flexibility to create both smooth washes and textured granulation.\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 DANIEL SMITH Prussian Blue lightfast?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. This Prussian Blue conforms to ASTM standards and offers strong lightfastness suitable for archival artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How concentrated is the 15ml tube for layering?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The 15ml tube contains a high pigment load ideal for multiple glazes and concentrated passages without losing intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DANIEL SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55251766837585,"sku":"B001PTAWCG","price":30.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daniel-smith-prussian-blue-front-tube.jpg?v=1791645506","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-paint-prussian-blue-15ml-transparent-medium-high-staining","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}