{"product_id":"daniel-smith-indigo-extra-fine-watercolor-tube-15ml-deep-transparent-lightfast-pigment","title":"DANIEL SMITH Indigo Extra Fine Watercolour Tube 15ml — Deep Transparent, Lightfast Pigment","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolour in Indigo is a richly pigmented, lightfast 15ml tube formulated from Indanthrone Blue blended with Lamp Black to deliver a transparent, intense deep-blue with excellent permanence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis professional-grade Indigo is part of DANIEL SMITH’s Extra Fine line, crafted for artists who demand consistent performance, high pigment load, and archival lightfastness. The formula emphasizes purity and working qualities: strong tinting power, dependable transparency, and stable colour that resists fading. Ideal for painters seeking a true indigo tone with modern permanence, this tube blends historical colour inspiration with contemporary pigment science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this Indigo behave on my paper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndigo from DANIEL SMITH lays down as a transparent, intense blue that can be worked into washes or concentrated strokes. It is non-granulating with medium staining properties, making it easy to lift slightly when damp but very stable when dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransparent body for layered glazing and luminous washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium staining—good for controlled blending and some lifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-granulating surface for smooth, even passages\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh tinting strength—small amounts tint mixtures strongly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pigments and safety standards are in this tube?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Indigo combines PB60 (Indanthrone Blue) with PBk6 (Lamp Black) to achieve its deep shade while maintaining excellent lightfastness. The formula conforms to ASTM D4236, meeting recognized artist-safety and labeling standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePigments listed: PB60 and PBk6 for stable colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured under DANIEL SMITH’s testing protocols for consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConforms to ASTM D4236 for artist-material labeling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this colour mix with other paints and when should I use it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of its strong tinting power and transparent nature, Indigo mixes cleanly with other colours to produce dusty purples, atmospheric greys, and deep shadows. Use it for moody skies, denim tones, dark flora, and to achieve subtle atmospheric depth in landscapes and still lifes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate muted purples by mixing with warm reds like Quinacridone Burnt Orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDevelop deep, neutral shadows when combined with earth tones or Sepia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlow into water for wet-on-wet effects or pull sharp edges with a dryer brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent for glazing to build luminous depth without opacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes DANIEL SMITH watercolours different from other brands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDANIEL SMITH focuses on pigment quality, testing every batch for pigment load, grind, and permanence, offering one of the largest colour selections available. Their watercolours use pure gum arabic binder with no fillers, and they produce specialized lines — like PrimaTek mineral colours and Luminescent paints — that expand creative possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOver 240 colours in the 15ml range for wide creative choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecise pigment grind to balance strength and handling qualities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecialty ranges (PrimaTek, Luminescent, Cadmium Hues) for unique effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA in Seattle, Washington, with rigorous quality control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Artists from advanced amateurs to professionals who need a dependable deep indigo with modern lightfastness will appreciate this 15ml tube. If you paint landscapes, moody skies, textiles, or need a strong transparent blue for mixing and glazing, DANIEL SMITH Indigo delivers consistent colour, archival permanence, and studio-ready performance.\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 Indigo lightfast?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The Indigo combines PB60 and PBk6 for excellent lightfastness and archival permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I mix this Indigo with other colours?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Absolutely. Its high tinting strength and transparency make it ideal for glazing and mixing muted purples and deep shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DANIEL SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55252312981841,"sku":"B001PTER5Y","price":30.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daniel-smith-indigo-front-tube.jpg?v=1791650419","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daniel-smith-indigo-extra-fine-watercolor-tube-15ml-deep-transparent-lightfast-pigment","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}