{"product_id":"liquitex-acrylic-gouache-paint-set-6-x-59ml-primaries-matte-opaque-fast-drying","title":"Liquitex Acrylic Gouache Paint Set — 6 x 59ml Primaries, Matte Opaque Fast-Drying","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquitex Acrylic Gouache Paint Set (6 x 59ml) is a matte, highly opaque and water-resistant primary palette designed for illustration, design, and fine-art mixing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis six-tube collection contains primary yellow, primary red, primary blue, Emerald green, Mars black, and Titanium white in 59ml bottles so you can mix a wide spectrum of hues while relying on flat, non-reflective finishes. The formula combines the dense coverage of traditional gouache with the permanence and quick-drying convenience of acrylic, producing velvety colour that scans and photographs cleanly. Bottles are designed for immediate use and easy handling, and each pigment is formulated for maximum opacity and smooth application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this set change my workflow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Liquitex acrylic gouache dries to a matte, non-reflective surface and resists rewetting, it reduces layering problems and bleeding when overpainting. Colours lay down uniformly and build quickly without needing constant reworking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast-drying acrylic binder lets you overpaint sooner without lifting underlayers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlat matte finish is ideal for scanning and photography with no glare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh opacity shortens the number of coats required for solid coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes these tubes different from traditional gouache or acrylic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula blends the creamy, brush-friendly feel of gouache with acrylic permanence. Liquitex engineers adjusted pigment load and particle size to reach optimal opacity while keeping a fluid, drag-free application out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcrylic binder creates water-resistant dried films, unlike rewettable gouache.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimised pigment concentration and particle distribution for strong coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreamy consistency straight from the bottle — no thinning required for smooth brushwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use these colours for mixing and coverage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six hues include primaries plus a convenient black and white, enabling broad colour mixing and direct use of Titanium white and Mars black for tinting and shading. Use them straight from the bottle for opaque areas or blend on palette for translucent effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStart with small quantities when testing mixes — pigments are strong and opaque.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTitanium white and Mars black adjust value without changing binder behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmerald green expands the gamut for cleaner secondary mixes with less mud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat practical features should artists expect from the packaging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 59ml bottles are designed for convenience and minimal waste. They open easily, include a pre-cut nozzle for controlled dispensing, and have wide necks so accessing thicker paint is simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScrew-off top and wider neck allow easy extraction of thicker media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo shoulders or corners to trap paint, reducing waste and clean-up time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-cut nozzle provides controlled flow straight from the bottle for precise work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: This set suits illustrators, designers, and fine-art painters who need matte, photo-ready colour with strong coverage and reliable permanence. It’s useful for studio work, mixed-media pieces that combine digital scanning, and artists who prefer gouache’s look without its traditional reworkability. Beginners benefit from straightforward mixing and forgiving, opaque coverage, while experienced artists will appreciate the engineered pigment performance and convenient bottle design.\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 Liquitex acrylic gouache water-resistant when dry?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Once fully dry it becomes water-resistant thanks to the acrylic binder, allowing overpainting without reactivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I mix these colours to get transparent glazes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: You can thin the paint for more transparency, but its formula is optimised for opacity and matte coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Liquitex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55298304999761,"sku":"B07HRH179T","price":85.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/liquitex-front-packaging_5a4893e7-fa79-4f71-b9bd-2d9ff36b3821.jpg?v=1791965629","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/liquitex-acrylic-gouache-paint-set-6-x-59ml-primaries-matte-opaque-fast-drying","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}