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Daniel Smith, Green Gold Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, 15 ml, 5 Fl Oz (284600139)

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Product Overview

Key features

DANIEL SMITH is the Innovative Manufacturer of Beautiful Watercolors for Artists Worldwide, and makes the largest range of watercolors of any manufacturer, more than 240 colors. The 240+ color collection includes the exciting PrimaTek watercolors made from minerals (like Amethyst) plus other unique colors (like Moonglow) not available elsewhere, and Luminescent Watercolors which allow artists to capture the luminescent colors that exist in nature that regular watercolors cannot capture!, Green Gold's bright yellow undertones shine in thin applications allowing for golden highlights with just a hint of green.

Use in concentrated applications for wonderfully rich and transparent olive-green tones., Very Good Lightfastness, Transparent, Non-granulating, Medium staining, PY 150, PY 3, PG 36, Conforms to ASTM D4236.

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What makes this product stand out

check_circleDANIEL SMITH is the Innovative Manufacturer of Beautiful Watercolors for Artists Worldwide, and makes the largest range of watercolors of any manufacturer, more than 240 colors. The 240+ color collection includes the exciting PrimaTek watercolors made from minerals (like Amethyst) plus other unique colors (like Moonglow) not available elsewhere, and Luminescent Watercolors which allow artists to capture the luminescent colors that exist in nature that regular watercolors cannot capture!
check_circleGreen Gold's bright yellow undertones shine in thin applications allowing for golden highlights with just a hint of green. Use in concentrated applications for wonderfully rich and transparent olive-green tones.
check_circleVery Good Lightfastness, Transparent, Non-granulating, Medium staining
check_circlePY 150, PY 3, PG 36
check_circleConforms to ASTM D4236

Expert Analysis

7.8/10Solid Buy

β€œOur team rates the DANIEL SMITH Green Gold Extra Fine Watercolor a Solid Buy at C$30.94. This premium pigment offers exceptional versatility, producing vibrant golden highlights and rich olive tones t”

Pros

  • check_circleExceptional versatility, producing bright yellow undertones that create stunning golden highlights when applied thinly.
  • check_circleOffers rich, transparent olive-green tones in concentrated applications, ideal for depth and dimension.
  • check_circlePraised for its high pigment load, ensuring vibrant colours, and excellent lightfastness, rated LR I or II, promising longevity.
  • check_circleMixes beautifully with other colours, allowing artists to achieve a wide spectrum of blends, from neutral tones to deep browns and vibrant greens.

Cons

  • cancelAggressively pushes other pigments away in wet-in-wet mixing applications, demanding careful control from the artist.
  • cancelSome users have reported inconsistencies in tube filling, receiving paint that appears half air or has a gummy texture upon dispensing.
  • cancelPossesses medium staining properties, which may require specific techniques to manage effectively in layered work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes DANIEL SMITH Green Gold watercolour unique?expand_more
DANIEL SMITH Green Gold is unique due to its specific pigment blend (PY150, PY3, PG36), offering bright yellow undertones for golden highlights and rich, transparent olive-green tones when concentrated. It's also noted for its assertive behaviour in mixes.
Is DANIEL SMITH Green Gold granulating or staining?expand_more
In our testing, DANIEL SMITH Green Gold is classified as non-granulating but possesses medium staining properties. This means it spreads evenly without granulation but can leave a strong mark on the paper, making lifting more challenging.
How does DANIEL SMITH Green Gold handle in wet-in-wet watercolour techniques?expand_more
Users and our team have observed that DANIEL SMITH Green Gold can aggressively push other pigments away in wet-in-wet applications. This characteristic requires careful handling and can be used creatively for specific effects, but may disrupt seamless blends if not managed.
What are the best ways to mix DANIEL SMITH Green Gold with other colours?expand_more
Our team found Green Gold to be highly versatile for mixing. It creates a wide range of beautiful blends, including neutral tones, deep browns, and vibrant greens. It pairs well with blues for muted greens or with earth tones for sophisticated olive shades.
Are there any common issues reported with DANIEL SMITH Green Gold tubes?expand_more
Some users have reported inconsistencies with DANIEL SMITH watercolour tubes, occasionally finding them to be half air or having a gummy texture upon dispensing. While not universal, this feedback suggests potential quality control variations.
What pigments comprise DANIEL SMITH's Green Gold?expand_more
DANIEL SMITH Green Gold is formulated using a specific combination of pigments: PY150 (Diarylide Yellow), PY3 (Hansa Yellow), and PG36 (Phthalocyanine Green).
How does DANIEL SMITH Green Gold's lightfastness rate?expand_more
The paint boasts very good lightfastness, with many DANIEL SMITH colours, including this one, rated LR I or II, indicating excellent resistance to fading over time.

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Daniel Smith, Green Gold Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, 15 ml, 5 Fl Oz (284600139)

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