Watercolour paint SMARTMAX Cotman 21 ml — Mauve (21ml tube)

SMARTMAX Cotman watercolour in Mauve comes in a 21 ml tube and provides a single, versatile pigment for watercolor painting. Formulated for transparent washes, glazing and controlled detail, this mauve watercolour is compatible with other watercolour paints and suitable for use on paper substrates. The tube format preserves pigment freshness and makes it convenient to dispense precise amounts for studies, sketches and finished illustrations.

Advantages

This 21 ml tube offers concentrated colour that is easy to dilute for light washes or used more intensely for richer tones. The formulation delivers good flow and rewetting properties typical of student-to-intermediate watercolours, enabling smooth transitions and layered glazing. The compact tube is portable and reduces waste compared with pans, while the mauve shade provides a subtle cool tone useful in skin tones, shadows and atmospheric effects.

Suitable for

• Watercolour washes and glazing techniques
• Studies, sketches and plein air work
• Illustrations and mixed media on paper
• Art classes and student practice

Key specifications

• Volume: 21 ml tube
• Color: Mauve (single pigment shade)
• Paint type: Watercolour, transparent to semi-transparent
• Compatibility: Mixable with other watercolours
• Suitable surfaces: Paper and other absorbent paper-based supports

How to use

Squeeze a small amount of mauve paint from the tube onto a palette and mix with clean water to achieve the desired tone. For light washes, dilute generously and apply in even strokes; for deeper colour, use less water or layer multiple transparent glazes after each layer dries. Clean brushes with water between colour changes to maintain clarity. When mixing with other watercolours, test small amounts to control the resulting hue and tint.

Usage recommendations

Store the tube capped and in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use paper towels or a mixing palette to avoid contaminating the tube opening. For archival work, pair with suitable archival paper and fixatives as needed; for study and practice, regular watercolor paper and standard framing are sufficient.