Talens Van Gogh Watercolour Paint Carmine 318, 10 ml Tube

The Talens Van Gogh Watercolour Paint in Carmine 318 is a premium-quality, artist-grade medium designed for those who demand consistency and vibrancy in their work. Supplied in a convenient 10 ml tube, this water-based paint is celebrated for its exceptional color intensity, transparency, and uniform viscosity. Whether you are a professional illustrator or a dedicated art student, this paint provides a reliable foundation for creating expressive and long-lasting watercolour pieces.

Advantages

This watercolour paint stands out due to its high tinting strength and brilliant pigment quality, which allows for smooth application and effortless mixing. The Carmine 318 shade is formulated with PR176 pigment, ensuring a rich and consistent hue that remains stable over time. Produced in Holland under strict quality control standards, the paint offers a dependable experience, allowing artists to achieve precise control over their washes and details without worrying about variations in texture or performance.

Suitable for

• Professional watercolour painting and illustration
• Artistic projects for students and hobbyists
• Creating vibrant washes and detailed layering
• Mixing custom shades with other Van Gogh watercolour paints

When it may not be suitable

This paint is specifically formulated for watercolour techniques and may not provide the desired opacity or adhesion when used on non-porous surfaces like plastic, metal, or glass. It is also not intended for outdoor applications exposed to direct weather conditions, as it is water-soluble and will wash away if not properly sealed or protected.

Key specifications

• Color: Carmine 318
• Pigment: PR176
• Volume: 10 ml tube
• Transparency: Transparent
• Lightfastness: ++ (25-100 years under museum conditions)
• Base: Water-based

How to use

To use the Van Gogh watercolour paint, squeeze a small amount from the tube onto a palette. You can use the paint directly from the tube for concentrated color or dilute it with varying amounts of water to achieve different levels of transparency and intensity. The paint is highly mixable, allowing you to blend it with other colours to create a wide spectrum of tones. Apply the mixture to high-quality watercolour paper using a soft brush, working from light to dark layers to build depth in your artwork.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure you are using appropriate watercolour paper to prevent buckling
• Consider the transparency level when planning your layering technique
• Store tubes with caps tightly closed to prevent the paint from drying out

Usage recommendations

For the best results, clean your brushes thoroughly between color changes and store your finished artwork away from direct, harsh sunlight to maintain the integrity of the pigments over time.