Schmincke - Horadam Aquarell Super-Granulation Watercolors
Horadam Aquarell Super-Granulation Watercolors
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Product Information
- Unique supergranulation effect from multiple pigments
- Creates dynamic color changes when applied
- All colors are lightfast rated
- Semi-transparent to semi-opaque formulation
- Works best on rough textured paper
- Professional-grade HORADAM Aquarell quality
- Each tube contains 2+ granulating pigments
Pigments separate and settle to create dramatic texture effects
Schmincke engineers supergranulation by combining multiple naturally granulating pigments within single colors, creating complex textural effects that go beyond standard watercolor behavior. As water evaporates, different pigment particles settle into paper valleys at varying rates, producing layered granulation patterns that shift between distinct hues. This isn't simple texture, it's controlled color separation that creates depth and visual interest impossible with single-pigment formulations.
The technique works best on cold-press or rough paper where pronounced tooth gives pigments varied terrain to settle into. Smooth hot-press surfaces limit the effect since particles have nowhere to migrate. Each supergranulation color contains pigments from different color ranges, so you see both textural separation and actual color variation as washes dry. A single application might reveal warm undertones settling differently than cool overtones, creating atmospheric effects particularly valuable for skies, water, and weathered surfaces.
Horadam's pure artist-grade pigments ensure these complex mixtures remain lightfast despite containing multiple colorants. Semi-transparent/semi-opaque handling means you can layer supergranulation colors over existing washes to build textural complexity, or use them as foundational layers that show through subsequent glazes. The granulation intensifies with pigment concentration, dilute washes show subtle texture while dense applications create dramatic particle separation.
