Kermes Lake Medium

Description 
Kermes Lake Medium 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 a small amount of all natural, pure gum arabic to achieve an exceptionally concentrated and richly textured pigment.

Kermes Lake Medium is a rich, captivating, pure red created from the genuine dye extracted from real kermes insects (Kermes vermilio) a time-honored source used in historic art. This vivid color, is one of the rich reds found in ancient manuscripts and Renaissance masterpieces and delivers a strong, brilliant red with a naturally organic character. Its transparency and subtle granulating properties make it ideal for glazing, layering, and crafting emotionally charged, dramatic compositions. Perfect for artists who value historical authenticity and expressive depth, Kermes Lake Medium brings a truly natural and vibrant touch to your work.

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: Organic lake pigment (real kermes dye)  
Source: Extraction from kermes insects (Kermes vermilio)  
Origin: Turkey (natural)  
Lightfastness: Good  
Opacity: Transparent with subtle granulation  
Other Names: Kermes Carmine, Kermes Red, Natural Kermes, Crimson Lake  
Color Index Code: NR3

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.