{"product_id":"daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-tube-kingman-green-turquoise-15ml-granulating-lightfast","title":"DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolour Tube — Kingman Green Turquoise 15ml, Granulating \u0026 Lightfast","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolour in Kingman Green Turquoise Genuine is a finely milled, mineral-based 15ml tube that delivers transparent, granulating turquoise with excellent permanence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from authentic Kingman Green Turquoise mineral sourced near Kingman, Arizona, this Extra Fine watercolour tube brings a distinctive greenish-turquoise hue and subtle granulation to watercolour work. Formulated with pure gum arabic binder and a carefully controlled pigment grind, the paint balances vivid colour load with fluid handling for washes, glazes, and textured passages. Like all DANIEL SMITH watercolours, this tube meets strict lightfastness and manufacturing standards and is created in Seattle for artists who want unique, archival shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Kingman Green Turquoise Genuine different from regular phthalo or teal paints?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKingman Green Turquoise Genuine is a PrimaTek colour made from ground mineral pigment rather than synthetic organic dyes. Its particle structure produces natural granulation and subtle textural variation that synthetic pigments usually can’t replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMineral-based pigment with authentic geological source for unique texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNoticeable granulation that separates pigment from binder for organic surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransparent behavior enables layered glazes and colour mixing without muddiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulated for strong lightfastness and stable performance in mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this watercolour behave when painting landscapes or botanical subjects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe green-turquoise tone is ideal for desert skies, patinated copper, mineral-rich landscapes, and foliage with a blue cast. Its granulating tendency adds geological or weathered texture to washes, making surfaces read as stone, aged metal, or speckled vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilds luminous washes that maintain clarity over multiple layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGranulation creates natural-looking surface variation for rocks and bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransparent tinting strength for subtle transitions and glazes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMixes cleanly with yellows, browns, and neutrals for expanded palettes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat technical properties should I expect for mixing, glazing, and rewetting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 15ml tube offers reliable rewetting, consistent pigment suspension, and a carefully selected grind to optimize both pigment load and flow. It behaves as a non-staining, transparent colour that is easy to lift in small areas and effective for delicate glazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent rewetting from pans or wet brush for controlled layering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransparent and non-staining for easier colour lifting and corrections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGranulating action that can be emphasized with varied water ratios and textured paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConforms to ASTM D4236 for labeling and safety guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store and use this 15ml tube to get the best longevity and performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the tube capped and stored upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve binder and pigment quality. Use clean water and brushes to avoid contaminating the tube and squeeze gently to dispense needed paint; replace cap tightly after each session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore capped, upright, and away from heat and sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse pure water and avoid cross-contamination between colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest on watercolour paper to learn granulation behavior before committing to final layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine with DANIEL SMITH washes, grounds, or dot cards to explore effects cost-effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Artists who want a distinctive turquoise with mineral-origin texture — illustrators, plein-air painters, and mixed-media artists who value archival quality and special optical effects. If you seek colours that behave differently from standard synthetics and add natural granulation to landscapes, weathered surfaces, or decorative details, Kingman Green Turquoise Genuine in a 15ml tube is a compact, archival choice to expand your palette.\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 Kingman Green Turquoise a transparent or opaque watercolour?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It is a transparent, granulating watercolour ideal for washes, glazing, and textured effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I mix this mineral colour with other DANIEL SMITH paints?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — it mixes cleanly with yellows, browns, and neutrals to expand palettes while retaining granulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DANIEL SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55296218562897,"sku":"B00IG9683U","price":40.72,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daniel-smith-kingman-green-turquoise-front-tube.jpg?v=1791941781","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-tube-kingman-green-turquoise-15ml-granulating-lightfast","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}