Blue Violet is a light violet with a blue pull. It is the first highlight step above the mid violets – it lightens them without going grey and at the same time cools the tone, which looks very natural on violet cloth.
| Range | Smart Colors |
| Colour family | Purple |
| Type | water-based acrylic paint |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | 20 ml jar with one-handed lid and steel agitator ball |
| Manufacturer code | IONIC-0080 |
| EAN | 8432074900801 |
| Manufacturer | Ionic Smart Colors (MIG Jimenez) |
| Country of origin | Spain |
Build shadows with Purple and Twilight Purple, transitions and highlights with Light Lavender.
How does it differ from Lavender?
On the official Ionic colour chart these two shades share practically the same swatch – the difference is minimal at best. If you have one, you probably do not need the other; compare the actual jars before ordering.
Does it cover a dark base?
Moderately. As a highlight over an already violet surface one coat is enough; as a base over black primer expect three.
How do I thin this paint?
With water or an Ionic thinner. The formula is self-hydrating, so it stays workable on the palette far longer than ordinary acrylics – a drop is enough for brush work, and roughly 1 : 1 for airbrush.
Is the finish really matt?
Yes, it dries matt with no shiny patches. If the figure is going on the gaming table, seal it with a matt varnish at the end.
The full range is in the Ionic Smart Colors category.