Daler Rowney System 3 Acrylic Colour, Ivory Black, 500ml, Deep Matte Finish, High Pigment Strength & Smooth Flow

Volume: 500ml. Pigment: Ivory Black (deep, matte black). Opacity: high opacity with strong coverage in one coat. Finish: smooth, deep matte. Drying: fast-drying formula suitable for layering. UV resistance: pigment helps retain depth and tone over time.

It provides high opacity, delivering substantial coverage in a single coat on most primed surfaces. This makes it ideal for bold lines, solid fill areas, and strong tonal contrasts without excessive layering.

System 3 acrylics work well on common acrylic-ready surfaces such as primed canvas, canvas boards, wood panels, heavy paper, and other properly primed substrates. If you’re using a non-traditional surface, ensure it’s primed to accept acrylic paint for best results.

For a thinner flow or glaze, mix with a small amount of water or an acrylic medium (like System 3 Medium). Start with about 5–10% water or medium and adjust as needed. For thicker application or impasto, use it straight from the bottle or mix with a texture medium for more body.

Typically touch-dry within minutes depending on thickness and ambient conditions. Because it’s fast-drying, you can layer once the first layer is dry to the touch, usually within 15–30 minutes for thin applications. Full curing can take 24–72 hours depending on thickness and environment.

Yes. The smooth flow of System 3 allows you to lay down fine lines with a brush or nib, and you can also cover large areas with a flat brush or a palette knife for broader shading and solid fills.

Rinse brushes with clean water while the paint is still wet. Use soap and water to remove any remaining film, then reshape the brush and lay it flat to dry after cleaning.

System 3 acrylics are water-based and designed for artist use. They are non-toxic when used as directed. Avoid contact with eyes; if irritation occurs, rinse with water. Keep out of reach of children and use in a well-ventilated area.

Tightly reseal the cap after use and store upright in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Gentle shaking before use helps re-suspend any settled pigment.

If you’re weighing alternatives, you can compare with Daler Rowney System 3 Acrylic Colour Mars Black (a slightly different black tone) to see which depth you prefer. Mars Black is available here: https://fepy.com/product/daler-rowney-system-3-acrylic-colour-mars-black-500ml and Ivory Black is the one you’re looking at here. For a white contrast, you might also compare with Titanium White (500ml) here: https://fepy.com/product/daler-rowney-system-3-acrylic-colour-titanium-white-500ml.

Great for detailed line work in ink-like drawings, creating deep shadows in portraits, graphic design silhouettes, dark tonal values in concept art, and as a base for glazing techniques to enrich depth and mood in still-life or architectural studies.