Description
Hematite is ground from a heavy silvery-black mineral rich in iron. In a thick wash, the heavier particles settle, creating bold granulation. In a thin wash, it is a soft dove grey. Hematite or the traditional Greek name, Bloodstone - when you paint, you can almost feel the pounding of the battle drums as ancient warriors covered their bodies with Hematite in the belief that they would be protected from mortal wounds. According to lore ad superstition, large surface deposits of Hematite mark the site of hard fought battles, where the blood of fallen soldiers flowed into the ground. | ASTM Lightfastness Rating: Excellent Transparency: Semi-transparent Granulating: Yes Staining: Low PrimaTek Colour |
by Lyn F.
I love Daniel Smith Watercolour paints. They are beautiful to work with. Their pigments are wonderful. Hematite is one of my go to earth colours. I love its bold granulation qualities. Beautiful for painting rocks and animals. Beautiful colour.
by Tuesday-Rose M.
I’m absolutely in awe of this watercolour. The way it separates is glorious. In love!
by Elise E.
I just love this paint. It granulates so beautifully on the Fabriano Artistico Rough 300gsm. The darks fall into the little valleys in the paper and the lighter yellow tone is like an aura.
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