First introduced in 1965
This shade has been specifically formulated on the basis of Winsor Blue, to offer high-quality colours that are made in India.
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Working Time |
High |
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Drying Time |
Slow. May vary on shades, application, medium, weather conditions, and surface
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Shade |
Camlin Blue |
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Shade Code |
051 |
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Series Number |
2 |
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Pigment Code |
PY 3, PB 15:1 |
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Transparency |
Semi Transparent. Balanced shades that offer both boldness and visibility of the background.
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Permanency |
B, Better Permanency can be achieved if used in Mass Tone or not used in Reduced and Wash Tone with shades that have a Permanency rating of B and C
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Features |
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Superior effects with high-quality pigments and greater pigment load |
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To be used on primed canvas/paper only |
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Must be used with Linseed Oil as primary medium |
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Can be used in impasto, glaze and wash techniques |
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Ideal for 'Wet in Wet' blending |
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'‘Fat Over Lean’ technique offers the best results and long life. The base coat should have a minimal amount of oil medium while the subsequent coats will gradually increase the ratio of oil to shade
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