{"product_id":"stil-de-grain-deep-yellow-watercolor-paint-428871672","title":"Stil de Grain Deep Yellow Watercolor Paint","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStil de Grain Deep 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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eStil de Grain Deep, also known as Buckthorn Lake, is a stronger, deeper yellow watercolor made from the unripe berries of the buckthorn plant (Rhamnus cathartica or Rhamnus infectoria). This historic pigment was widely used in illuminated manuscripts, Renaissance painting, and botanical illustration. When carefully extracted and laked with alum, it produces a gentle, transparent yellow with greenish undertones and a beautiful, sunlit glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Stil de Grain Deep is handcrafted in small batches using traditional dye extraction and laking techniques. The result is a refined, plant-based yellow perfect for florals, glazes, portrait highlights, and atmospheric washes. Unlike modern synthetic yellows, it has a living quality that shifts subtly with the paper and light. This pigment is delicate in both color and permanence, best suited for protected works, archival portfolios, and reproduction-based art.\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\u003eRecommended Use: Best used with a gum arabic medium to achieve optimal reactivation and fluidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Type: Natural organic lake pigment (botanical)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Unripe buckthorn berries (Rhamnus species), laked with alum\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Handmade in-house using historical European dye recipes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightfastness: Moderate (best used in protected or archival work)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Transparent with soft glow and strong granulation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Names: Stil de Grain, Sap Green (ripe variant), Yellow Berry Lake, Buckthorn Yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Index Code: NY14\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—from mixing and mulling to filling and labeling—so 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’t hesitate to contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morrow Archival","offers":[{"title":"Half Pan","offer_id":48136625848542,"sku":"WL-403-0000-half","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Pan","offer_id":48136625881310,"sku":"WL-403-0000-full","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/e0d848a6-e252-497d-bc4f-424505934fa7-copy.jpg?v=1776794661","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/stil-de-grain-deep-yellow-watercolor-paint-428871672","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}