French Ultramarine Blue Watercolor Paint

Description

Synthetic French Ultramarine 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—using 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.

Synthetic French Ultramarine is a vibrant, deep blue watercolor made from a single, high-quality synthetic pigment that mirrors the brilliance of the original lapis lazuli-based ultramarine (see our Natural Stone-Based Fra Angelico)—at a fraction of the cost. Developed in the 19th century as a breakthrough alternative to rare and expensive natural ultramarine, this color quickly became a staple in the palettes of artists like Van Gogh and Monet. Its intense, slightly violet-leaning tone, strong granulation, and excellent transparency make it ideal for bold skies, luminous shadows, glazing, and expressive work. With exceptional lightfastness and a velvety texture, French Ultramarine is a must-have for any professional or aspiring watercolorist.

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 synthetic pigment (sodium sulfosilicate)

Source: Lab-created ultramarine blue

Lightfastness: Excellent

Opacity: Transparent with strong granulation and vibrant hue

Other Names: Ultramarine Blue, French Blue, Synthetic Ultramarine

Color Index Code: PB29

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.