Gouache paint SMARTMAX Designers 14 ml Primary Blue 523

SMARTMAX Designers Gouache 14 ml Primary Blue 523 is a water-based, opaque paint in a small squeezable tube designed for illustration, design work and school art projects. The 14 ml size provides a portable supply suitable for single-session projects, sketchbook use and classroom activities. The formulation emphasizes strong pigment coverage and smooth application, allowing for layering, detailing and controlled color mixing on paper, board and mixed-media supports.

Advantages

The paint delivers consistent, matte coverage with a high level of opacity for solid color fields and precise details. Its smooth consistency blends predictably with other gouache colors and water, enabling gradual tonal transitions and easy rework. The compact tube protects the pigment from drying out when stored correctly and allows dosing of small amounts for minimal waste.

Suitable for

• Illustration and design sketches requiring flat, even color.
• School art classes and student projects where easy handling and quick results are needed.
• Mixed-media works on paper and board where opaque layers and layering effects are desired.
• Hobbyist painting, small studies and color tests.

When it may not be suitable

This 14 ml tube is intended for small-scale use; it may not be economical for large format paintings or continuous production work. Because gouache dries to a matte, reworkable finish that can be reactivated with water, it may not be the best choice where a permanently water-resistant or high-gloss finish is required without additional varnishing.

Key specifications

• Volume: 14 ml
• Color: Primary Blue (deep blue hue)
• Type: Opaque water-based gouache
• Finish: Matte
• Recommended supports: Paper, illustration board, mixed-media surfaces

How to use

Squeeze a small amount of the SMARTMAX Designers Primary Blue onto a palette or mixing surface. Thin with clean water to adjust transparency and flow; use undiluted for full opacity. Apply with synthetic or natural brushes suitable for gouache, working in thin layers to build depth or laying down flat areas for graphic shapes. Allow each layer to dry before applying the next to avoid undesired lifting. Clean brushes and tools with water immediately after use.

What to consider before purchase

• Suitable quantity for your project scale — 14 ml is ideal for small works and trials.
• Gouache is reactivatable with water; consider final varnishing if permanent water-resistance is needed.
• Compatibility with other media you plan to use (inks, acrylics, collage elements).

Usage recommendations

For consistent results, test the pigment on your intended paper or board before committing to a final piece; build color in thin layers, and store the tube tightly sealed in a cool place to maintain paint quality.