# DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor Paint, Cobalt Green, 15ml (0.51 Fl Oz) | Professional Grade Artist Paint **Brand:** DANIEL SMITH **SKU:** zdb8987 **ASIN:** B001PTCRPQ **Canonical URL:** https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/daniel-smith-extra-fine-watercolor-paint-15ml-tube-cobalt-green-284600026/zdb8987 **Subcategory:** Categories **Availability:** in_stock **Price (INR, all-inclusive):** ₹2,911 **Discount:** 28% **Customer rating:** 4.40/5 from 32 ratings ## Description DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolor Paint in Cobalt Green (15ml) offers professional-grade quality with excellent lightfastness. Imported from USA, this non-staining paint is ideal for glazing and mixing grays. Arrives in 6-8 days. ## Highlights - Professional Grade Pigment — Made with high-quality pigments and pure gum arabic binder, DANIEL SMITH watercolors offer superior lightfastness and permanence, ensuring your artwork endures. This Cobalt Green (PG 50) is ideal for artists seeking vibrant, lasting colors. - Versatile for Glazing & Mixing — This non-staining, semi-transparent green-yellow is perfect for glazing techniques, creating soft edges, and mixing middle-value grays. Its low-tinting nature allows for easy lifting and precise color control in watercolor applications. - ASTM D4236 Conforming — DANIEL SMITH paints meet the highest industry standards and conform to ASTM D4236, ensuring safety for artists. This means you can focus on your creativity with confidence in the materials used. - Unique Color Selection — Beyond traditional colors, DANIEL SMITH offers unique shades like PrimaTek (mineral-based) and Luminescent watercolors, providing artists with an unparalleled palette of over 240 colors to explore new artistic possibilities. ## 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! - A mid-range green-yellow, useful for mixing middle value grays. Introduce non-staining complementary colors to warm or cool the mix. An inorganic pigment, it is considered non-staining (or low-tinting) and ideal for glazing methods. Its ability to create soft edges, to lift and to mix readily makes Cobalt Green a valuable contribution to watercolor palettes. - Excellent Lightfastness, Semi-transparent, Granulating, Low staining - PG 50 - Conforms to ASTM D4236 ## Why choose this product **The Science Behind DANIEL SMITH Watercolors** — DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolors are formulated for unsurpassed purity and permanence. Each batch is rigorously tested to meet the highest industry standards. The Cobalt Green pigment (PG 50) is inorganic, non-staining, and semi-transparent, ideal for glazing and achieving soft edges. Its unique green-yellow hue is perfect for mixing grays and adding subtle warmth or coolness to your palette. Unlike many local alternatives that may use fillers or less stable pigments, DANIEL SMITH prioritizes maximum pigment load with minimal vehicle content, ensuring vibrant, lightfast colors that artists worldwide depend on for their creations. **Who It's For & Who Should Consider Alternatives** — This paint is ideal for watercolor artists, from beginners to professionals, who value high-quality pigments, excellent lightfastness, and unique color options. It's perfect for detailed work, glazing, and color mixing. Consider alternatives if you require extremely fast-drying paints or are on a very tight budget, as professional-grade watercolors represent a significant investment. While this paint is non-toxic and conforms to ASTM D4236, artists with extreme sensitivities to mineral pigments might explore DANIEL SMITH's Cadmium Hues or other synthetic options. ## How to use 1. Gently touch a wet brush to the DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor in the tube. Add a small amount of water to the brush tip to create a workable consistency, similar to a creamy paste. — Activate the Paint 2. Apply the activated paint to your prepared watercolor paper, canvas, or other suitable surface. Use varying brush strokes and water-to-paint ratios to achieve desired effects like washes, glazes, or soft edges. — Apply to Surface 3. Mix Cobalt Green with other DANIEL SMITH watercolors to create custom shades, including middle grays. Apply subsequent layers (glazes) once the previous layer is dry to build depth and complexity in your artwork. — Mix and Layer Colors 4. Clean your brushes immediately after use with soap and water to maintain their shape and performance. Ensure the paint tube is securely capped to prevent drying out. — Clean Up ## Product details | Field | Value | |---|---| | Pigment | PG 50 (Cobalt Green) | | Binder | Gum Arabic | | Lightfastness | Excellent | | Transparency | Semi-transparent | | Staining | Low staining / Non-staining | | Granulating | Yes | | Allergens | Contains Cobalt compounds; Conforms to ASTM D4236 | | Free From | Fillers, Cadmium pigment | | Recommended Use | Artistic painting, watercolor techniques, glazing, color mixing | | Application Frequency | As needed for artwork | | Drying Time | Approx. 1 hour | | Cost per use | 15 ml tube at ~1g/artwork = ~15 artworks: ₹194 per artwork | | Shelf life after opening | 12 months (typical for watercolors) | | Contraindications | Not suitable for consumption; avoid prolonged skin contact without protection; may contain mineral pigments. | | California Proposition 65 Warning | Contains Cobalt compounds (Cancer, Reproductive Harm) | | Brand | DANIEL SMITH | | Product Name | Extra Fine Watercolor Paint | | Color | Cobalt Green | | Model Number | 284600026 | | Paint Type | Watercolor | | Finish Type | Matte | | Item Form | Liquid | | Container Type | Tube | | Volume | 15 ml (0.51 Fl Oz) | | Item Weight | 0.02 kg (0.04 lb) | | Item Dimensions | 3.54 in x 0.59 in x 0.79 in (8.99 cm x 1.49 cm x 2.01 cm) | | Number of Items | 1 | | Surface Recommendation | Fabric, Paper, Canvas, Wood | | Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Country of Origin | Made in USA | ## Attributes - **Item form:** Liquid ## Frequently asked questions ### How to buy authentic DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint in India? To buy authentic DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint in India, purchase from crowcrowcrow. We import directly from authorized US retailers, ensuring 100% original products. Your order is factory-sealed, includes all customs duties and GST, and is shipped via ExpressBox with tracking, arriving in 6-8 days. ### Is DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint safe for children? Yes, DANIEL SMITH Extra Fine Watercolors, including Cobalt Green, conform to ASTM D4236. This means they are formulated and labeled according to US standards for chronic health hazards, making them safe for use by artists of all ages, including children, under appropriate supervision. ### What surfaces can I use DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint on? DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint is versatile and can be used on surfaces specifically prepared for watercolor, such as high-quality watercolor paper, canvas, wood, and even fabric. For best results, ensure the surface is primed or treated to accept watercolor washes. ### How does DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green compare to local Indian watercolor paints? DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green offers superior pigment quality, lightfastness, and unique granulating properties compared to many local Indian watercolor paints. While local options may be cheaper, DANIEL SMITH provides a professional-grade experience with unparalleled color vibrancy and permanence, backed by USA manufacturing standards. ### Can I use DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint for fabric painting? Yes, DANIEL SMITH watercolor paints can be used on fabric, especially when applied to properly prepared surfaces. For permanent results on textiles, it's recommended to heat-set the paint after drying according to fabric type and paint manufacturer guidelines. The paint's excellent lightfastness ensures the color remains vibrant. ### What are the benefits of using DANIEL SMITH watercolors for beginners? DANIEL SMITH watercolors provide beginners with a high-quality introduction to the medium. Their excellent lightfastness and consistent performance allow new artists to learn techniques effectively without the frustration of fading or unpredictable results. The vibrant colors and unique properties, like granulating effects, inspire creativity and help build confidence. ### Are there any side effects of using DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint? DANIEL SMITH Cobalt Green watercolor paint conforms to ASTM D4236, indicating it's safe for artistic use. However, it contains Cobalt compounds, which are listed under California Proposition 65 for potential cancer and reproductive harm if ingested or inhaled excessively. Always use in a well-ventilated area and avoid ingestion. ## Compliance No product-specific compliance warnings identified. 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