{"product_id":"daniel-smith-zoisite-genuine-extra-fine-watercolor-15ml-tube-strong-granulation-archival-lightfast","title":"DANIEL SMITH Zoisite Genuine Extra-Fine Watercolour 15ml Tube — Strong Granulation, Archival Lightfast","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDANIEL SMITH Zoisite Genuine is an extra-fine, mineral-based green watercolour in a 15ml tube that produces strong granulation and depth for textured, natural effects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Seattle and formulated for artists who demand archival quality, this tube delivers a lush bottle-green pigment ground from the real Zoisite mineral. It joins DANIEL SMITH’s extensive palette of uniquely sourced and specialty pigments, offering distinctive surface textures and reliable lightfastness that perform well in washes, layered glazing, and mixed techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will Zoisite Genuine change my watercolour textures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZoisite is prized for its pronounced granulating behavior: pigment particles settle differently than ordinary paints, creating a naturally mottled, stone-like surface. That granular structure gives skies, foliage and organic surfaces a tactile look without additional tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrong granulation that breaks into micro-dotted patterns with dilute mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDense, faux-leather fractures with heavy pigment application\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVariable effects by adjusting paint-to-water ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the handling and permanence characteristics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 15ml tube uses high-quality pigment load and pure gum arabic binder for consistent rewetting and application. The colour is semi-transparent with low staining tendencies and meets ASTM D4236 safety labeling standards, making it suitable for both studio and plein air work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent lightfastness for long-lasting colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSemi-transparent behavior for layered glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow staining allows easier lifting and corrections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use Zoisite to get dramatic effects in a painting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperiment with dilution, brushwork and drying intervals to emphasize the mineral texture. Use a pale wash to capture subtle granulation or apply heavier paint for the intense, fractured look; combine with other DANIEL SMITH colours for complex natural hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThin washes reveal grey-green, micro-dotted surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThicker strokes create three-dimensional, leather-like texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayer with neutrals or permalinks for varied tonal depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose a DANIEL SMITH PrimaTek colour instead of a standard green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimaTek pigments are ground from actual minerals, producing optical and textural qualities unavailable from synthetic pigments. Zoisite is one of these mineral-driven hues, so it yields unique granulation and a natural depth that helps paintings read as tactile and organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMineral origin delivers distinctive surface structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart of DANIEL SMITH’s curated lineup of unusual, high-pigment colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent particle grind ensures predictable rewetting and behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Zoisite Genuine in a 15ml tube is ideal for watercolourists seeking unusual, nature-inspired textures—landscape artists, illustrators painting foliage or moss, and experimental painters who rely on granulation to add depth. It’s also a compelling choice for collectors of specialty pigments and professionals who expect archival performance from each tube.\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 Zoisite Genuine lightfast?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Zoisite Genuine offers excellent lightfastness suited for archival watercolour work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I get the granulating effect?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use a wet-on-wet wash or dilute paint for micro-dots; apply thicker pigment for fractured, leather-like texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DANIEL SMITH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254883303761,"sku":"B001PTETSY","price":35.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/daniel-smith-zoisite-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791690391","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/daniel-smith-zoisite-genuine-extra-fine-watercolor-15ml-tube-strong-granulation-archival-lightfast","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}