{"product_id":"arzica-weld-lake-yellow-watercolor-paint-425137734","title":"Arzica Weld Lake Yellow Watercolor Paint","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArzica Weld Lake is our exquisitely hand-crafted watercolor paint made with an extremely concentrated, high-quality single source pigment. Every pan is meticulously hand mulled, filled, and labeled\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003eusing only pure local honey and all natural gum arabic to achieve an exceptionally concentrated and richly textured pigment. Every paint is single pigment with maximum concentration and no binders, fillers, or extenders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eArzica Weld Lake is a luminous, botanical yellow watercolor made from the flowering tops of the weld plant (Reseda luteola), one of the oldest known natural yellow dyes. Known in Italian as arzica, weld was beloved by medieval manuscript painters, Renaissance textile dyers, and early naturalists for its glowing, lemony brilliance and remarkable purity. Our Weld Lake is handcrafted from fresh or fermented weld, carefully laked with alum to create a soft, sunlit yellow with delicate transparency and a gentle, plant-based character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis historic pigment is ideal for botanical work, illuminated manuscripts, florals, and light-infused layering. It mixes beautifully with other natural dyes and mineral colors, offering a pure, cool yellow with greenish undertones and excellent glaze potential. Lightfastness is moderate\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003ebest for protected works, portfolios, and collectors who value historical authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSingle Source Pigment: Each product features one pure pigment, chosen for its exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandmade Artisanal Process: Crafted in small batches, our watercolors are hand mulled on a glass slab and hand packed to preserve the integrity of the pigment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaximum Pigment Load: Designed to provide maximum color saturation, our formula contains no artificial additives or fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional Use: Optionally used with a gum arabic \/ ink medium to achieve optimal reactivation and fluidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Type: Natural organic lake pigment (botanical)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Weld plant (Reseda luteola) flowers, laked with alum\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Handmade in-house using traditional dye-laking methods\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightfastness: Low (store in archival or protected conditions)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Transparent with soft glow and minimal granulation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Names: Weld Lake, Arzica, Dyer\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003es Weed Yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Index Code: NY2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction Process\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur watercolors are created with passion and precision. The pigment is carefully hand mulled and then mixed with pure local honey, ensuring an exceptionally concentrated and vibrant product. The entire process is carried out by hand\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003efrom mixing and mulling to filling and labeling\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003eso you can be confident in the artisanal quality of every pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor professional and consistent results, we recommend using a gum arabic medium. Please store in a secure area away from children and pets, and dispose of any waste in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with all local, state, and national regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions or need further information, please don\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003et hesitate to contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morrow Archival","offers":[{"title":"Half Pan","offer_id":47875299672286,"sku":"WL-422-0000-half","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Pan","offer_id":47875299705054,"sku":"WL-422-0000-full","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/be7efda5-dec7-4a81-8bb0-8c17c218dc6b-copy.jpg?v=1769983019","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/arzica-weld-lake-yellow-watercolor-paint-425137734","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}