MATISSE STR 75ML Phthalo Green S2

Name: Phthalocyanine Green

Pigment tier: Series 2

Available size: 75ml

Colour mixing possibilities from Matisse:

The Jewel-Like Transparency: Versatility Unveiled

Phthalo Green boasts a jewel-like transparency, making it a preferred choice for artists. With high tinting strength and a remarkably clean colour profile, it serves as a general-purpose dark green. Artists utilise it for crafting various shades of green, glazing techniques, and subtly neutralising red tones. The colour's versatility extends to the creation of beautiful blacks when mixed with Matisse Rose Madder, reminiscent of the intense and transparent blacks favoured by old masters.

Chromatic Explorations: Creating Greens and Beyond

The magic of Phthalo Green unfolds in chromatic adventures. Combining it with Cadmium Yellow Medium produces Cadmium Green, while additional Phthalo Green transforms it into Brunswick Green—a shade rooted in British standards, notably British racing green and the iconic green of British steam trains. Diverse greens emerge with pairings like Australian Ghost Gum for a mid-sea green, Yellow Oxide for a light olive, or Raw Sienna for a dark olive hue.

The Black Alchemy: Beyond the Colour Spectrum

Phthalo Green's prowess extends to the realm of blacks. A fusion with Matisse Rose Madder yields an intense yet transparent black, distinct from tube blacks. This mixed black, reminiscent of the genuine Ivory Black used by old masters, brings variability to the palette. Substituting Matisse Rose Madder with other dark cool reds introduces a unique touch, offering a spectrum of blacks suited to different subjects. In the world of Phthalo Green, every mixture becomes a nuanced exploration, adding interest and depth to the artist's palette.

Chemical Description: Chlorinated Copper phthalocyanine

Pigment Number: PG7

Lightfastness Rating: ASTM I

Pigment Opacity: Transparent

Paint Opacity: Transparent