Phthalo Blue Artist Acrylic Paint

Phthalo blue is a deep aquatic color with a greenish undertone that adds a touch of vibrancy to its character. It embodies the bioluminescence of plankton washing ashore.

Phthalo Blue's cool undertone and high saturation make it a valuable color for creating depth, atmosphere, and cool color harmonies in paintings. Carrying a touch of coolness, it's complexity of undertones comes to life with glazing techniques for added depth and luminosity.

Regarding Phthalo Blue and Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Blue offers a brighter and more intense blue hue with that distinct greenish undertone, while Ultramarine Blue leans more towards a slightly reddish undertone. It's like comparing a vibrant, electric blue to a classic primary blue.

Phthalo Blue is part of the phthalocyanine family, a synthetic organic pigment with incredible properties. It's composed of copper phthalocyanine and boasts excellent lightfastness, meaning it will resist fading over time and keep its vibrant hue intact. Phthalo Blue also has high tinting strength, allowing you to achieve intense and dynamic applications with just a tiny amount of pigment.

All Gaffrey acrylic colors are crafted in small batches with a hint of artistic mischief and paint chemistry expertise. Our colors undergo daily testing by our seasoned team of self-taught art pros.