GOLDEN Heavy Body Acrylic Paint Mars Black 237 ml Jar — Thick Texture, Opaque, Lightfast

GOLDEN Heavy Body Acrylics Mars Black is a rich, warm black acrylic paint in an 8 fl. oz. jar formulated for professional artists who want thick, brushstroke-retaining texture and dependable coverage.

Engineered without added fillers or extenders, this Mars Black highlights the true character of its pigment—synthetic black iron oxide (PBk11). The heavy-body formula keeps palette knife ridges and visible brushwork intact, while offering consistent mixing behavior and a reliable, opaque finish with ASTM Lightfastness I. Whether you’re glazing, building impasto, or mixing deep neutrals, this paint was developed to respond predictably across techniques.

How does this paint handle texture and brushwork?

The heavy-body consistency is designed to hold peaks and mark-making, so your brushstrokes and palette knife layers remain prominent after application. It won’t slump or level out quickly, preserving the intentional texture you create.

• Thick viscosity keeps palette knife ridges intact
• Brushstrokes remain visible for expressive surfaces
• Slow surface leveling for sustained texture control

What are the colour and permanence properties of Mars Black?

Mars Black is a somewhat warmer, iron-oxide based black that provides strong, opaque coverage. Rated ASTM Lightfastness I, it offers excellent permanence for gallery work and long-term pieces.

• Pigment: PBk11 (Synthetic Black Iron Oxide)
• Opaque with deep tinting strength for mixes
• ASTM Lightfastness I ensures lasting colour stability

Can I mix this with other GOLDEN colours or mediums?

Yes — because the line is made without fillers or extenders, colour interactions remain pure and predictable. You can mix Mars Black with other GOLDEN Heavy Body hues or add compatible acrylic mediums to modify body, sheen, or drying time without compromising pigment integrity.

• Mixes cleanly for neutralization or deep shadows
• Compatible with acrylic gels and mediums from GOLDEN
• No added opacifiers means truer glazing results when diluted

What makes this jar and formulation practical for studio use?

The 8 fl. oz. jar gives a usable volume for regular studio work while keeping the paint protected and easy to reseal. GOLDEN’s manufacturing practices and artist-focused formulation ensure consistency from batch to batch, useful for ongoing series or commissions.

• 8 fl. oz. jar balances quantity and shelf-friendly storage
• Made in the USA by an experienced, employee-owned company
• Vegan formulation and free of non-pigment extenders

Who is this for: GOLDEN Heavy Body Acrylics Mars Black in an 8 fl. oz. jar is suited to professional and serious hobbyist painters who prioritize texture retention, colour purity, and archival quality. It’s ideal for artists working in impasto, mixed media, or layered glazing techniques who need a reliable black that mixes predictably and withstands gallery presentation.