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An apology to ultramarine blue (Patreon)

Published:
2025-02-22 14:00:09
Imported:
2026-10

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In this video I go explain why I need to apologize to ultramarine blue, and I show examples of why it is my new favorite color. Enjoy today's youtube video ad free here on patreon

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Michele Yon

I have a question. How does ultramarine differ from French ultramarine? Is it just different manufacturer names or are they different pigments?

Gianina

Lol I didn't even open my ultramarine blue because in your other tutorials you never used it 😆

Kristin Van Leuven

French Ultramarine is slightly warmer (redder) and more granulating, whereas Ultramarine Blue is cooler (greener) and less granulating. I think in my experience however the difference in the color alone is very slight. I only notice when I’m trying to mix with red or magenta

Laura Curley

I’ve never liked my French ultramarine much because it’s granulating, which I’m just not a fan of. However I appreciated your description of how this is actually a plus for shadows. Great video.

Kristin Van Leuven

Thank you! It was just always a color I naturally stayed away from and that’s one reason why

Leah

I loved using ultramarine on our mini mountain painting! I have found that I need to have colors in my palette that are there because they're good for mixing and not because I like the plain color. 😂 Ultramarine blue is my least favorite "color" of blue because it is so BLUE but I do like using it in mixes! I'm not sure if you follow Claire Giordano but she comes up with the most interesting color mixes for landscapes. I highly recommend checking her out! ❤️

Kristin Van Leuven

I will look her up! But yes, those colors that you don't like on their own (like viridian!) are actually important for mixes. I agree, I loved the way the shadow on the mountain looked in the mini paintings and I'm glad I've been using the tiny split primary palette so much because it really helped me lean into ultramarine blue

Kristin Van Leuven

Hi Theresa! I’m so excited you’re here. Haha I know my palette is a mess, that’s just the way I know best! What colors am I missing that you’re referring to? For color mixing in the videos I keep the same palette, mention the colors as I use them, mix on a plate so you can see them and I always have the color names at the beginning and in the description. I personally feel that it’s easier to keep palettes limited to a few colors, but I know color mixing can be tricky. Let me know if you have any suggestions for how I can show that process better. I’m always looking for ways to improve how I’m teaching ♥️

Mary

I actually like having a limited palette, I have so many colors I never touch from other classes. So I was so glad to see you use a limited palette, and then create so many different colors, and shades. I am so glad I found you 👍🤗

Mary A

I really love the vibrancy of ultramarine. Thanks for helping me appreciate and use it more.

Nancy249

I am also curious about your palette. What exactly is a "split primary palette " and what are your reasons for using it. Maybe a novice question, sorry if you've answered this earlier.

Marian

Apology accepted! ~ Ultramarine Blue

Marian

Seriously, though - I love ultramarine blue, too!

Tracy Rivera

Funny enough, I do not like the color of just plain ultramarine, but it is a must have in my palette for mixing! I love indanthrene blue, though, and indigo.