# DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Tube, Duochrome Autumn Mystery | Artist Grade, Lightfast, Transparent

**Brand:** DANIEL SMITH
**SKU:** zsh6155
**ASIN:** B001PT6WBQ
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## Description

DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery watercolor (15ml) offers a unique russet-to-copper metallic shift. Artist-grade, lightfast, and transparent, it's perfect for adding iridescent effects. Imported from USA, all duties included for seamless delivery to India.

## Highlights

- Unique Duochrome Effect — Shifts from earthy russet to vibrant copper metallic, capturing nature's iridescence and adding special optical effects to artwork. Ideal for fantasy figures, metallic sheens, and subtle glows.
- Artist-Grade Quality — Formulated to exceed industry standards for lightfastness and permanence. Made with high-quality pigments and pure gum arabic binder, ensuring consistent performance and lasting color.
- Versatile Application — Transparent, granulating, and non-staining properties make it excellent for glazes over darker colors or mixing to add subtle luminescence. Works beautifully on watercolor paper.
- ASTM D4236 Conforming — This paint conforms to ASTM D4236 standards, ensuring it is safe for artistic use when handled as directed. PW 6 pigment ensures vibrant, stable color.

## Key features

- DANIEL SMITH is the Innovative Manufacturer of Beautiful Watercolors for Artists Worldwide, and makes the largest range of watercolors of any manufacturer, more than 240 colors. The 240+ color collection includes the exciting PrimaTek watercolors made from minerals (like Amethyst) plus other unique colors (like Moonglow) not available elsewhere, and Luminescent Watercolors which allow artists to capture the luminescent colors that exist in nature that regular watercolors cannot capture!
- Duochrome Autumn Mystery is an earthy russet that shifts to a vibrant copper metallic. Duochrome Watercolors, part of the DANIEL SMITH Luminescent Watercolors collection, alternate between two distinct colors depending on the reflective light. Why choose Luminescent Watercolors? Because Nature has optical surprises in the colors that you see in birds’ feathers, insects, fish, and seashells, many flowers also have a pearly, dewy sheen to them. Consider the iridescence of a snail's trail or a silvery spider's web. Other things that also have a sparkle, or glow depending on the light, a silvery or golden moon, clouds aglow at sunset, rainbows, the sparkle of snow and ice, and glint of water reflections. Don’t forget the sheen of metals like pewter, copper, silver, and gold. There are also mythic subjects that are often thought of as having a special iridescence to them such as fairies, dragons, mermaids and other fantasy figures. DANIEL SMITH Luminescent Watercolors add that touch of special color found in nature that regular colors cannot match. They're made from mica pigment, thin transparent particles coated with highly reflective metal oxides. Luminescent Watercolors show best as glazes over darker colors and are excellent mixed with other colors adding a bit of their luminescent glow.
- Excellent Lightfastness, Transparent, Granulating, Non-staining
- PW 6
- Conforms to ASTM D4236

## Why choose this product

**The Science Behind Duochrome Autumn Mystery** — DANIEL SMITH's Duochrome Autumn Mystery watercolor utilizes advanced mica pigment technology. These thin, transparent particles are coated with reflective metal oxides, creating a unique color-shifting effect. Unlike standard pigments, this formulation captures the optical surprises found in nature – the sheen of metals, the iridescence of feathers, or the glow of sunset. The paint is crafted with pure gum arabic, ensuring maximum pigment load and minimal vehicle content for superior color intensity and transparency. Its excellent lightfastness guarantees your artwork will retain its vibrancy over time, a hallmark of DANIEL SMITH's commitment to artist-grade materials.

**Who Should Use This Paint & Who Should Consider Alternatives** — This paint is ideal for watercolor artists seeking unique, iridescent effects, fantasy illustrators, and crafters looking to add metallic sheens to their projects. It's perfect for capturing the subtle glow in nature or adding a touch of luxury to portraits and landscapes. However, artists who prefer purely opaque colors or are sensitive to metallic pigments might find it less suitable for their specific needs. If you require a completely matte, non-reflective finish for all your work, consider DANIEL SMITH's standard watercolor lines instead.

## How to use

1. Ensure your watercolor paper, canvas, or prepared surface is ready. For best results, use a cold-press watercolor paper with a good texture to hold the pigment. — Prepare Your Surface
2. Lightly touch the DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery paint with a clean, wet brush. The pure gum arabic binder will quickly rehydrate the pigment, making it ready for application. — Activate the Paint
3. Apply the paint to your surface. Use it as a glaze over darker colors to enhance their depth or mix it with other watercolors to introduce subtle luminescent glows and metallic shifts. — Apply and Layer
4. As your painting dries and under different lighting conditions, observe the unique color shift from russet to copper metallic. This effect adds a dynamic, eye-catching quality to your artwork. — Observe the Shift

## Product details

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Binder | Pure Gum Arabic |
| Primary Pigment | PW 6 |
| Special Effect Pigment | Mica pigment coated with reflective metal oxides |
| Allergens | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Directions | Reactivate with a wet brush. Apply as a glaze over darker colors or mix with other watercolors to add luminescence. Use on watercolor paper. |
| Recommended Surfaces | Watercolor paper, canvas, wood, fabric |
| Artist Grade | Yes |
| Cost per use | 15 ml tube at ~1 ml/use = ~15 uses: ₹134 per use |
| Shelf life after opening | 12 months (typical for watercolors) |
| Contraindications | Not recommended for use on non-porous surfaces without proper priming. May not be suitable for artists preferring only opaque colors. |
| Brand | DANIEL SMITH |
| Product Name | Extra Fine Watercolor, Duochrome Autumn Mystery |
| Model Number | 284640047 |
| Paint Type | Watercolor |
| Color | Duochrome Autumn Mystery (Russet to Copper Metallic) |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Volume | 15 ml (0.5 fl oz) |
| Container Type | Tube |
| Material | Copper (pigment base) |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Lightfastness | Excellent |
| Transparency | Transparent |
| Granulation | Granulating |
| Staining | Non-staining |
| Pigment | PW 6 |
| Certifications | Conforms to ASTM D4236 |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |

## Attributes

- **Item form:** Liquid

## Frequently asked questions

### How to buy an original DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery watercolor in India?

To buy an original DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery watercolor in India, purchase from authorized US retailers like CrowCrowCrow. We import directly, ensuring factory-sealed products with all customs duties and GST pre-paid. Your order is shipped via ExpressBox tracked delivery for a seamless experience.

### Is DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery paint safe for children?

Yes, DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolors, including Duochrome Autumn Mystery, conform to ASTM D4236 standards. This means they are formulated for artistic use and are considered non-toxic when used as intended. Always supervise children during art activities.

### What surfaces can I use DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery paint on?

This watercolor paint is versatile and can be used on various surfaces. It performs exceptionally well on watercolor paper, canvas, wood, and even fabric when properly prepared. For best results, ensure the surface is suitable for watercolor techniques.

### How does the Duochrome Autumn Mystery color shift work?

The Duochrome Autumn Mystery color shifts from an earthy russet to a vibrant copper metallic due to its mica pigment base coated with reflective metal oxides. This creates a unique optical effect, changing appearance based on the light and viewing angle, perfect for adding shimmer and depth.

### Can I mix DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery with other watercolors?

Yes, DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery can be mixed with other watercolors. It shows best as a glaze over darker colors or can be blended with other hues to impart its unique luminescent glow. It is designed to be intermixable with other DANIEL SMITH watercolors.

### What is the lightfastness of DANIEL SMITH Duochrome Autumn Mystery?

DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolors, including Duochrome Autumn Mystery, offer excellent lightfastness. This ensures that your artwork will resist fading over time when exposed to light, maintaining its vibrant color and integrity.

## Compliance

Conforms to ASTM D4236. For artistic use. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eye contact. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.

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