{"product_id":"daniel-smith-verditer-blue-extra-fine-watercolor-15ml-semi-transparent-granulating-azure","title":"DANIEL SMITH Verditer Blue Extra-Fine Watercolour 15ml — Semi-Transparent, Granulating Azure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaniel Smith Verditer Blue is a 15ml tube of extra-fine, semi-transparent watercolour that yields vibrant azure washes, subtle cornflower tints, and pleasing granulation for expressive skies, florals, and atmospheric effects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Seattle, this Verditer Blue (item 284600173) is part of DANIEL SMITH’s Extra Fine Watercolour line formulated for permanence and consistent handling. The 15ml tube delivers artist-grade pigment load with pure gum arabic binder and no fillers, producing rich colour from full-strength mixes to delicate pale washes. Conforming to ASTM D4236 and identified by pigments PB28, PB36, PW4, this colour sits between bold and soft — ideal when you need a reliable blue that behaves predictably on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Verditer Blue behave when diluted for washes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerditer Blue retains clarity and hue when thinned, moving smoothly across paper and revealing soft graduating values. At high dilution it becomes a clean baby-blue, while heavier applications deepen to a vivid azure lake without losing granulating texture. Its semi-transparent character lets underlying washes show through, useful for layered skies or transparent glazes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries to a stable, lightfast blue that layers well\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduces even, streak-free broad washes with a soft edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks for graded washes, wet-on-wet blends, and subtle glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat special effects can I get from the granulating nature of this paint?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerditer Blue exhibits gentle granulation that separates pigment particles for textured, natural-looking surfaces—great for cloudscapes, rough stone, or botanical detail. The granulation is most visible in medium to heavier washes or on cold-pressed and rough papers. Artists can exploit this trait to add depth and subtle irregularity that reads as organic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreates mineral-like texture without additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnhances visual interest in skies, water, and textured objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResponds to paper tooth—more visible on rough surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Verditer Blue mix with other colours and mediums?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tube mixes cleanly with other DANIEL SMITH colours, lending strong tinting strength while remaining controllable in mixtures. Its semi-transparency avoids muddying many blends and pairs beautifully with warm earth tones or cooler ultramarines to expand your palette. It’s compatible with watercolour grounds, layering mediums, and typical glazing techniques used by watercolourists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombines well with yellows for greens, with reds for muted purples\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintains brilliance in glazes and multi-layer work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for use with watercolour mediums and masking techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Verditer Blue 15ml is tailored to watercolourists who want an artist-grade, historically inspired blue that performs across techniques — from student practice and plein air sketches to professional illustration and fine art. If you value colour permanence, a high pigment load, and subtle granulating character in a versatile tube size, this DANIEL SMITH paint is a dependable choice. The 15ml format is convenient for artists who need a travel-friendly supply without sacrificing professional-grade 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 Verditer Blue lightfast?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. This Extra Fine watercolour offers excellent lightfastness and conforms to ASTM D4236 for permanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is the tube size and pigment information?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The tube contains 15ml (0.5 oz) and uses pigments PB28, PB36, PW4 for its verditer blue hue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DANIEL SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55253818278225,"sku":"B001PT8Y9E","price":32.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daniel-smith-verditer-blue-front-tube.jpg?v=1791665331","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daniel-smith-verditer-blue-extra-fine-watercolor-15ml-semi-transparent-granulating-azure","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}