Faber-Castell Acrylic Color, 120 ml Tube, Quick Dry, Fade Resistant, Smooth Application & Blending, Ideal for Blends & Shadows – Purple Violet

Creamy paint body for gentle transitions, a deep violet pigment for rich tones, manageable open time for feathering, predictable flow for edge work, a large 120 ml tube for extended projects, and applications that suit cool shadows, floral depth, and dusk-like details.

Blend: creamy body that enables soft transitions; Pigment: deep violet with stable violets and purples; Drying: manageable open time to feather before curing; Control: predictable flow for confident edges; Economy: 120 ml tube for longer studies; Application: ideal for cool shadow mapping, floral depth, and evening sky accents.

For broader color options, compare with similar 120 ml Faber-Castell acrylic tubes such as Ultramarine Blue (https://fepy.com/product/faber-castell-acrylic-color-120ml-ultramarine-blue) and Raw Umber (https://fepy.com/product/faber-castell-acrylic-color-120ml-raw-umber). You can also explore Quinacridone Magenta (https://fepy.com/product/faber-castell-acrylic-color-120ml-quinacridone-magenta) to see how purple shades mix with magentas and blues.

Great for portrait shading and skin-tone modeling in cool areas, enhancing floral depths, and adding evening-sky or moody shadow tones. It also works well for glazing and creating smooth gradient transitions in complex compositions.

Use on primed canvases, prepared wood panels, or heavy-weight paper. Gently mix or shake the tube, apply with brushes or palette knives, and thin with a little water for washes. Layer in stages to build depth, and keep a wet-edge to preserve blends.

Open time is moderate, allowing feathering before full curing. Light touch-drying occurs in minutes; a full dry typically takes 24–48 hours depending on thickness and humidity. Wait between layers for optimal adhesion to prevent lifting; glazing is effective on partially dried layers.

Yes. It is water-based and designed for art applications, with non-toxic formulations commonly used in education. It cleans up with soap and water. For detailed safety info, refer to the product's SDS and label on Fepy.

Absolutely. This purple-violet mixes well with whites for tints and with blues or yellows to explore violets, plums, and purples. Start with small test mixes to predict hue and value before applying to your piece.

Yes. The 120 ml size typically offers a lower cost-per-milliliter and is well-suited for studios, ongoing projects, or color studies where the pigment usage is steady, reducing the need for frequent re-purchasing.

Store tightly capped in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Shake before use to re-homogenize the pigment. Avoid freezing; use within the recommended shelf life to maintain optimal color performance.

Rinse brushes under lukewarm water, work out the pigment with your fingers, and wash with mild soap. Rinse thoroughly, reshape bristles, and dry flat or with bristles pointing down. Avoid leaving water in the ferrule to prevent bristle damage.