Hi there! Today I want to share with you a review I did for Perylene Red paint, as part of The Paint Show.
This paint is by the Daniel Smith brand, and I got it as part of their Primary Set.
Here’s the full video review, scroll down to read more.
Why I LOVE Perylene Red
This is a paint I really love, and for multiple reasons. The first is that it’s relatively neutral.
I compared it to Pyrrol Scarlet (left) and Quinacridone Rose (right), and you can see how it’s in the middle. Not too warm, not too cool.
It’s also a semi-transparent paint, has excellent lightfastness and pretty easier to lift, if necessary.
Perylene Red by Daniel Smith – Info
Pigment: PR178
This pigment is said to go through a significant shift when drying. It’s supposed to lighten slightly, and loose about 20% of its saturation (according to HandPrint.com). I didn’t notice such a significant difference.
It’s also highly active in wet-in-wet, and creates large blossoms.
Excellent Lightfastness
Semi-Transparent
Medium-Staining
Non-Granulating
Series 3 – goes on Amazon for ~13$-14$.
Perylene Red is great if you are looking for a good primary red that’s relatively neutral. I love the way it handles and behaves, and enjoy using it.
I’d also like to add that getting the Primary Set is highly economical, and results in a relatively cheap “per tube” price. It contains three useful paints (this one, alongside Hansa Yellow and French Ultramarine). All come in 15ml.