Naples Yellow Light

Swatch Painted on: Saunders Waterford, White, Rough, 100% Cotton, Mould Made, Acid Free, 300 gsm Watercolour Paper

Also Known As; Genuine Naples Yellow Light, Potters' Yellow & Lead Antimonate Yellow

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Description:

Naples Yellow Light is a soft, pale, and creamy yellow watercolour pigment with a gentle warmth. Known for its subtle opacity, this colour evokes a sense of light and softness, making it ideal for sunlit skies, delicate highlights, or soft, warm undertones in a painting. The pigment has an earthy quality with a hint of warmth that gives it a natural, harmonious feel when used in landscapes, portraits, or still lifes.

Naples Yellow Light is semi-opaque, offering a soft coverage that works beautifully for blending and layering with other colours. It mixes well with a variety of hues, toning down intense colours and creating mellow, muted tones. When combined with blues or greens, it produces soft, natural-looking shades perfect for atmospheric effects or skin tones.

This colour is highly valued for its versatility and its ability to create a sense of warmth without overwhelming a composition. Its smooth, velvety application makes it a favourite for artists looking to add light and dimension to their watercolours in a subtle yet impactful way. Perfect for gentle highlights, classical themes, or warm, neutral tones, Naples Yellow Light brings a timeless elegance to any palette.

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Using distilled water with all our watercolours to keep each pigment at its purest form

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