Daniel Smith Violet Watercolors, including PrimaTek Violet Watercolors

[@thedarkotter2295]

I know that technically it's just a swatch sheet, but would anyone else consider framing it and hanging it on the wall as art, or just me? 😂 So very pretty, but why do I always fall for the very expensive primatek colors? 😂 Video was so very worth the wait.

[@stiviwonders]

That's such a massive compliment, thank you! Not the first time that someone asked if they could frame the swatch sheets or if I've ever considered framing them. 😆 Can't blame you for falling in love with the PrimaTeks! I fall for them too. They're stunning! Thank you for being here. I appreciate your comment and YOU!🙏🥰

[@thedarkotter2295]

@@stiviwonders Thank you for taking the time to make your content. Your videos are so relaxing, and informative at the same time. Your swatches and mixes are always so lovely, and you provide excellent information on every color you feature. Have an amazing day, and I'll see you for the next one. 😁

[@patriciatolliver4057]

I agree. They would make great wall art. Some people are so creative with their swatches.

[@stiviwonders]

@@patriciatolliver4057 So kind, thank you! It occurred to me that it would be helpful for some people to see how the pigments react to water while exploring tonal values. I am glad that you found this video enjoyable! 🙏🥰

[@stiviwonders]

@@thedarkotter2295 I am grateful for your time as well! It is very encouraging to hear about your experience on this channel. Have a glorious day/evening to you as well! I am so excited to upload the next videos. 🥰

[@truongnguyenphi8609]

Omg Imperial Purple took my breath away 😮 Soo stunninggg ✨✨✨

[@stiviwonders]

Wonderful! Many people seem to have it on their palette!

[@peteinuk]

How stunning is pigments? I am obsessed with swatching paint videos and they soothe my troubled soul! They always manage to lift my mood for a moment - enough to get me through another day sometimes!

[@stiviwonders]

This touches my soul too! I am glad that the videos are helpful for these types of situations. So proud of how you find ways to power through!

[@barryedgington6812]

Thank you for sharing those gorgeous watercolours! Daniel Smith has a wide range of only gorgeous colours! I totally enjoyed and Appreciated this video. Helene

[@stiviwonders]

Hello, Helene! Thank you for your kind words. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed the video.

[@earthrooster1969]

Aah...the magic of your video! Beautiful...it's a work of art in itself! Thank you for the amazing information provided so thoughtfully...absolute honor to the amazing colours you showcased....

[@stiviwonders]

So kind of you! This comment shoots straight to my heart! I am so glad that you enjoyed the video. I appreciate your kind words and thank you for being here!

[@mnap1595]

Not sure if it was intentional, but the etching marks in the first two swatches created a rather intense effect. Also, Napthamide Maroon is a color I'd have considered including here. To me, it's a purple hue and creates some AMAZING colors when mixed. P.S. Purpurite! 😍 That doesn't exist in the 238 dot card I got. Lovely!

[@stiviwonders]

Glad you enjoyed the video, especially Purpurite! This paper block may have arrived with surface scratches but yes, the after-effects helped build an interesting visual experience. I loved how things turned out even with those imperfections. Napthamide Maroon is a red pigment so I included it in this video along with other red pigments, kzbin.info/www/bejne/enPCepWbjdJgd8U Thank you for being here and for offering your thoughts! I really appreciate your message. 😍

[@franciscocorrea9031]

The Napthamide Maroon is a staple in my Palette , versatile, great for mixing and beautiful on his own

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

Love your swatching videos! Such a lovely way to start the day.

[@stiviwonders]

Thank you! I am glad you’re enjoying the videos!

[@dianaromig732]

I always enjoy your color mixing at the end 🎉 Just amazing 🤩 and so beautiful ❤

[@stiviwonders]

Color mixing is always fun! I am glad you found the video enjoyable! Thank you! Which purple or violet is your favorite? ❤️

[@Jennandtonicx]

I just discovered this channel hours ago and I'm hooked! I mean, just look at that Bloodstone Genuine! Even the name itself is so magical!

[@stiviwonders]

Thank you for your kindness! Glad to know that you're enjoying the videos, especially this one. 🫶🏻

[@cristinalattuada5322]

Great demo, I love it ❤

[@stiviwonders]

That is lovely to hear! Thank you! I am happy that you enjoyed the video. ❤️

[@dmortelli1]

Great video as always! Beautiful colors! I actually just bought the DS Carbazole Violet last week and love it! Thanks again for the review!🎨🖌🌞🌙⭐🌎

[@stiviwonders]

They are indeed beautiful colors! Thank you for watching and I am so excited to hear about your future color adventures with your Carbazole Violet. The light washes are so delicate and dainty!

[@E4Alabbasy]

I loved amythest genuine when I first swatched or from a dot card! Unfortunately I really don't like sparkles in my watercolor 😅 And unfortunately my favorite purple pigment is pv3 which isn't offred by many companies because of it's lightfast issues 💔

[@stiviwonders]

PV3! Yes, that's a beauty. I can see where the Amethyst watercolor can cause some concerns. There are specific situations for it and actually, the sheen or sparkle is not glittery. It is just a natural glisten on the surface. In light to slightly heavier washes, this effect from the crushed gemstone is not that visible. But maybe your experience is different from mine. What purple or violet do you use more often now then?

[@E4Alabbasy]

@@stiviwonders for now my most used purple is dioxazine purple, but I am trying to force myself to give other purples a chance 😅

[@stiviwonders]

@@E4Alabbasy It is a good choice! It seems to be the multi-purpose violet nowadays due to its broad tonal range.

[@alekxx3397]

White Nights' Violet is a pure P.V.3, just for your information. Not very lightfast (has one star, out of 3 stars for the most lightfast colors), but gorgeous! :)

[@moonlightgator]

You did a very good job on showing granulation I am always fail with it for some reason. You didn't mention the paper is it Arches?

[@stiviwonders]

Thank you for watching and for your kind words! The paper that I used here is Fabriano Artistico 100% Cotton, cold-pressed and 300GSM. It's on the screen here, kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpuulGl9o5WDY6c

[@moonlightgator]

​@@stiviwondersThis is what I thought. I recognized the texture but it looked really smooth in a light wash, this is why I was confused.

[@stiviwonders]

​@@moonlightgator I see what you mean. It tends to appear that way sometimes.

[@alexandraemrick2799]

Thank you for swatching these. I've swatched from the dots, but some colors just don't swatch well from such a small quantity of paint, especially the Primatek colors, so I'll have to reconsider some of them now. It's interesting how similar colors evoke opposite reactions from me. I hate Imperial Purple because of the way it granulates, but I love Rose of Ultramarine for exactly the same reason.

[@stiviwonders]

You're very welcome! I am so glad that I am able to capture some intricate details for others to see. My Imperial Purple does not get a lot of use but the Rose of Ultramarine is fitting for Springtime magnolia blooms.

[@margueritegouin2621]

I really like D.S. PV15's Ultramarine violet. One of the strongest in all the brands I have, certainly.

[@stiviwonders]

I agree! Daniel Smith's is excellent and I also love the one from Roman Szmal and Michael Harding Watercolours.

[@rebeccapage4411]

😍 A reminder to those watching that Daniel Smith adds regular pigments to their Primatek to keep the color consistent and vibrant. It's not "just" the ground stone.

[@stiviwonders]

Thank you for watching! It is fair to expect that there are other elements in each tube, especially when it comes to PrimaTek. The greater goal is to not pin a reminder but to paint an inspiration via these colors for everyone to appreciate what's available out there and to start picking up the brush or continue creating. Thank you for being here!

[@anicelery4764]

@@stiviwonders People have a right to be informed of the company's practices in concealing the actual constitution of their products, especially when they are priced at a premium and are geared towards artists who will sell their work. I love PrimaTeks and continue to use them regularly because the texture and effects to me are not achievable by other lines, but that doesn't mean I don't support disclosing the company's practices to others. I 100% love the paints and 100% dislike the approach Daniel Smith took in their marketing, and then in their response when people started asking questions. A company must stand with integrity and transparency behind the quality of their products, and I believe if DS had been forthcoming about ingredients, the line would still have been successful due to the performance of the products, and would have contributed to goodwill among consumers.

[@stiviwonders]

@@anicelery4764 Well put! That's why we need to encourage passion and inspiration first because from there, people will develop the motivation to question the surface or to do their own research. That's what I am aspiring to do in this channel. This channel is designed to be a destination for Color and Calm -- the heart of what we do in watercolor. Because once that is tapped, I have faith that it will drive people to pursue further knowledge. We live in a time where there is an overwhelming amount of noise. What I am endeavoring to achieve here is to create a path back to the fundamentals and then hope that people would use the information they gather from the channel to deepen their connection with watercolors. The PrimaTek situation offers an occasion for watercolorists to appreciate thorough research and to be responsible for finding factual information that applies to them or makes sense to them. The goal is to inspire people to find or explore their own journey. Specifically, to pick up the brush and start creating. That comes first, the crux of the matter. While I am with you there 100% and acknowledging that you want to contribute to this conversation, it seems misplaced. Your Comment needs to be directed to Daniel Smith. Everything you said needs to be shared with them. I do not work for the company and this is not their channel.

[@mnap1595]

This is important to note, because I've found the colors to *not* be consistent. E.g. Blue Apatite Genuine looked VERY different when swatched from the dot card onto my normal paper (Canson Heritage 140 CP) and what came in the tube I later purchased. What came in the tube was like a totally different paint, both in hue and behavior.

[@stiviwonders]

@@mnap1595 Thank you for sharing! That seems to be a recurring theme with Daniel Smith Watercolors, particularly with their PrimaTek line. Dot cards are supposed to offer a window on what to expect from the tube but what you experienced is not in alignment with that. Have you reached out to them?

[@KatheeRN]

Lovely video. Some of my very favorites!!!

[@stiviwonders]

That's wonderful to hear, thank you! It's not a long list but they are truly stunning and useful.

[@oksanapriv8344]

Wow! Thank you!

[@stiviwonders]

Sweet! You're welcome!

[@arcuda2001]

this was such a beautiful video!! i just subscribed because of this video.. and thank you for all the lovely descriptions and unique qualities in each color .. I have three of these colors and am so inspired to use them even more than I do .. My name is Norakag .. 👍👍best of luck with this lovely channel

[@stiviwonders]

Hello, Norakag! It's an absolute pleasure to meet you. It is heartwarming to see your comment and to know that you enjoyed the video. Thank you so much for your kind remarks, for subscribing, and for your well wishes for this channel. I have more videos to share and your experience confirms that I am on the right path! Thank you for being here, Stivi

[@awatercolourist]

First!

[@stiviwonders]

So sweet! Thank you! 🥰🙏

[@awatercolourist]

Pleasure!

[@stiviwonders]

@@awatercolourist Which ones call to you or are your favorites?

[@awatercolourist]

@@stiviwonders I’m not sure, to be honest. I don’t like PV19 violet, but your version looks nice and it is a useful mixer. I never used PV29 before, and I would like to try it as an alternative to earth hues. I’d also like to try PV23 one day; and Rose of Ultramarine looks interesting. Having said that, I’m not a fan of Daniel Smith 😄.

[@stiviwonders]

@@awatercolourist These are good points! It is helpful when you can recognize what you like and don't like. It offers clarity and makes curating the palette easier. As for me, I base my decision on what my projects entail. 🥰