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Magenta is a clean primary magenta – the base from which everything from pink to violet is mixed. On a figure it works as a saturated accent and as the colour of expensive cloth that should read strong without going neon.
| Range | Standard |
| Colour family | Purple |
| Type | water-based acrylic |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | dropper bottle |
| Manufacturer code | AK11067 |
| EAN | 8435568303003 |
| Manufacturer | AK Interactive |
| Country of origin | Spain |
Shade with Deep Purple or Violet Red; highlight with Intense Pink and Pastel Pink. With Carmine it moves towards raspberry red.
How many coats does it need?
Two or three thin ones over a light base. Magenta pigments are among the least opaque there are – undercoat in white or pale pink.
How do I mix a good violet?
Magenta plus blue gives a cleaner, more saturated violet than a bottled one, because you decide how much red and how much blue goes into it.
How do I thin it?
With water or an AK thinner. A few drops are enough for brush work; airbrushing needs more – AK thinners and cleaners are made for that. With acrylics, two thin coats always beat one thick one.
Is the finish really matt?
Yes, the 3rd Generation range dries matt. To protect the figure or even out the sheen, seal it with a matt varnish at the end.
The full range is in the AK 3rd Generation category.