Water-mixable Oil Paint SMARTMAX Artisan 37 ml — Ivory Black

SMARTMAX Artisan water-mixable oil paint in a 37 ml tube, color Ivory Black, combines the handling and drying characteristics of traditional oil paint with the convenience of water thinning and cleanup. Formulated for artists who want the texture, gloss and blending capabilities of oil while avoiding solvent use, this Ivory Black offers deep, neutralized black pigment suitable for underpainting, glazing and mixing. The 37 ml tube is practical for studio work or plein air sessions and is compatible with standard oil painting supports and water-mixable mediums.

Advantages

This water-mixable oil paint provides the working properties of conventional oils: extended open time for blending, strong adhesion and durable film formation. Thinning and brush cleaning can be done with water, reducing exposure to solvents and simplifying cleanup. The Ivory Black shade mixes predictably with other colors, enabling controlled darkening, muted tones and detailed shadow work. The compact 37 ml tube is convenient for travel, trialing new colors or maintaining a small, focused palette.

Suitable for

• Studio oil painting and layered techniques
• Plein air painting where solvent-free cleanup is preferred
• Mixed-media works combining oil effects with water-based layers
• Underpainting, glazing and tonal studies

Key specifications

• Type: water-mixable oil paint
• Volume: 37 ml
• Color: Ivory Black (deep, neutral black)
• Compatibility: suitable for brushes, palette knives and compatible water-mixable oils and mediums
• Solvent use: can be thinned and cleaned with water

How to use

Use straight from the tube or thin with clean water to adjust consistency; for extended open time or modified handling, blend with water-mixable oil mediums. Apply to properly primed supports or gessoed canvas for optimal adhesion. When mixing colors, add small amounts of Ivory Black to avoid overpowering delicate hues. Allow adequate drying time between layers — drying time varies with film thickness, pigment load and environmental conditions.

Usage recommendations

Rinse brushes immediately after use with water and a mild soap if needed to maintain bristle condition. For varnishing or final protective layers, use products compatible with water-mixable oils and ensure the paint film is thoroughly cured according to manufacturer guidance before applying non-water-mixable varnishes.