Joseph Zs Cool Grey, watercolor paint by Daniel Smith

created at: 2026-05-12

Joseph Zs Cool Grey by Daniel Smith watercolor swatch Joseph Zs Cool Grey 245 by Daniel Smith (a part of the Extra Fine Watercolors Standard Set range) is a staining ▲ half-transparent non-granulating paint with excellent lightfastness ***.


Pigment composition, 3 pigments:


PB36 - Cobalt Chromite. PB36, Cobalt Turquoise, is a semi-opaque blue-green pigment prized for its serenity and granulation. It is moderately staining and lightfast, ideal for skies, seascapes, and florals. This pigment offers a cool, calming hue and is valued for its layering capabilities in washes.
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PV19 - Quinacridone Violet. PV19, Quinacridone Rose or Red, is a transparent violet-red pigment with high chroma and excellent lightfastness. It`s ideal for florals and glazing, and mixes cleanly to produce vibrant purples and pinks. A favorite in modern watercolor palettes for its clarity.
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PBk6 - Carbon Black. Fine black pigment from incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons, offering deep black color and excellent durability.
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