Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolor - Quinacridone Magenta (5ml) 284610090

Discover DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolors with Quinacridone Magenta, a deep red‑violet hue that remains clean and luminous through multiple washes. Packaged in a convenient 5ml tube (0.17 fl oz), this pigment is designed for precise glazing and rich layering in a wide range of paper surfaces.

What sets Quinacridone Magenta apart? It combines excellent lightfastness with transparency, enabling you to build strong color depth without overpowering gradual transitions. The color flows smoothly, offering even coverage from deep, saturated tones to glowing, semi‑transparent washes. Expect a high tinting strength and minimal granulation, allowing you to control edges with clarity as you work across different textures and weights of paper.

Appearance and behavior you can expect include a high staining power, consistent results across batches, and a pure gum arabic binder with no fillers. The DANIEL SMITH line is tested for performance, helping you rely on color behavior from tube to tube while you explore a broad palette that includes PrimaTek minerals and Luminescent effects in other colors.

Practical applications

• Glazing and layering in florals, abstracts, and detailed studies to achieve depth and luminosity.
• Mixing with yellows and greens to craft vibrant greens, corals, and jewel‑toned accents.

Why artists choose this color

• Part of a long‑standing line known for lightfastness and permanence, with a transparent, highly vibrant appearance.
• Travel‑friendly 5ml tubes offer convenient field use, while a broad palette includes PrimaTek minerals and Luminescent hues for future exploration.

In practice, Quinacridone Magenta can be used to achieve intense, clean color that can be layered without muddying previous washes. It’s a versatile option for painters who value color clarity, control, and a bright, modern palette without promising specific outcomes.