Acrylic paint tube Winsor & Newton Galeria 120 ml — Burnt Umber (Umbra)

Winsor & Newton Galeria acrylic paint in a 120 ml tube — Burnt Umber (Umbra) is a water-based artist acrylic pigment offering a rich dark brown tone derived from natural umber clays. The colour provides opaque, mixable coverage with good lightfastness and a fast drying time, suitable for multiple studio techniques including layering, glazing and mixed-media work. The convenient tube dispenser preserves remaining paint and supports controlled application for brush or palette knife use.

Advantages

This acrylic delivers consistent opacity and a buttery texture that balances easy spreading with the ability to retain visible brush marks. The pigment formulation offers reliable lightfastness for a long-lasting brown tone and mixes cleanly with other acrylic colours. Packaged in a 120 ml tube, it is practical for both classroom and studio use and minimises waste by allowing precise dispensing.

Suitable for

• Painting on primed canvas and boards
• Illustration and mixed-media works
• Layering, glazing and underpainting
• Colour mixing to create tonal ranges and natural shadows

Key specifications

• Volume: 120 ml tube
• Colour: Burnt Umber (Umbra), rich dark brown
• Binder: acrylic polymer emulsion (water-based)
• Opacity: predominantly opaque formulation
• Drying: quick drying under normal studio conditions
• Texture: buttery consistency, suitable for brush and palette knife
• Lightfastness: formulated for stable colour retention

How to use

Apply directly from the tube to a primed surface with brushes, palette knives or other tools. Thin with water or an acrylic medium to adjust transparency and flow; avoid excessive dilution to maintain binder strength. For glazing or layering, allow each layer to dry fully before applying the next. Clean brushes and tools with water immediately after use while paint is wet.

Usage recommendations

For consistent results, store the tube upright in a cool, dry place and reseal the cap after use. When mixing, start with small amounts to control tonal shifts; Burnt Umber is effective for creating natural shadows, underpaintings and neutralising overly bright hues.