Handmade Oil Paint: Single-Pigment Colors - Synthetic Pigments
Ultramarine Blue
Joules & Joules Ultramarine Blue is a warm, transparent, and highly lightfast energetic deep blue, with moderate tinting strength and low covering power. With its characteristic purplish undertones, this color captivated and was popularized by Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters in the 20th century. This is the synthetic version of Lapis Lazuli.
Pigment Classification
Synthetic Inorganic Pigment
Chemical Composition
Sodium, Aluminum, and Sulfur Complex Silicate - Na6-8Al6Si6O24S2-4
Color Index
PB 29
Binder
Cold-Pressed Linseed Oil, Cold-Pressed Safflower Oil, and Sun-Thickened Linseed Oil
Transparency/Opacity
Transparent
Lightfastness
I (Excellent)
Tinting Strength
Medium
Drying Rate
Medium
Observations
Quickly fades if it is exposed to weak acids, which react by forming hydrogen sulfide. Avoid mixing it with chrome yellow.
Toxicity
Non-toxic. Avoid inhalation and contact with the powdered pigment and ingestion of the paint.
Material Safety Data Sheet
Can be accessed on the website here.
Series
2
Availability
37ml and 100ml tubes. 900ml* and 3.6 L* cans.
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