Cobalt Blue

Description
Cobalt Blue is our exquisitely hand-crafted watercolor paint made with an extremely concentrated and high quality single source pigment mixed only with pure honey. Every pan is meticulously hand mulled, hand packed, filled, and labeled — ensuring maximum pigment concentration without any binders, fillers, or extenders. Our unique formula uses only one pigment and pure local honey, delivering a maximally concentrated watercolor paint.

Cobalt Blue is a brilliant, single-pigment watercolor prized for its rich, luminous blue tone and exceptional lightfastness. First synthesized in the early 19th century, this pigment quickly became a favorite among artists for its clarity, cool temperature, and subtle granulation. Unlike ultramarine, which leans violet, Cobalt Blue maintains a pure sky-blue character, making it ideal for open skies, seascapes, porcelain tones, and subtle atmospheric effects. Its moderate opacity and soft granulating texture create expressive washes and gentle transitions, while its non-staining nature allows for easy lifting and reworking. A professional essential for both classical and contemporary painters.

Key Features
Single Source Pigment: Each product features one pure pigment, chosen for its exceptional quality.

Handmade 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.

Maximum Pigment Load: Designed to provide maximum color saturation, our formula contains no artificial additives or fillers

Recommended Use: Best used with a gum arabic medium to achieve optimal reactivation and fluidity.

Pigment Information
Pigment Type: Inorganic mineral pigment (synthetic cobalt aluminate)
Source: Cobalt oxide and aluminum oxide fused at high temperature
Lightfastness: Excellent
Opacity: Semi-opaque with soft granulation
Other Names: Cobaltous Blue, Thénard’s Blue
Color Index Code: PB28

Production Process
Our 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—from mixing and mulling to filling and labeling—so you can be confident in the artisanal quality of every pan.

Usage & Care
For 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.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.