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Violet Red sits right on the border between red and violet. On clothing it reads as expensive dye; in shadows it is the natural step between red and purple – and thinned well down it also does cold flush on skin.
Specifications
| Range | Standard |
| Colour family | Red |
| Type | water-based acrylic |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | dropper bottle |
| Manufacturer code | AK11075 |
| EAN | 8435568303089 |
| Manufacturer | AK Interactive |
| Country of origin | Spain |
What it is for in figure painting
- Rich fabrics – velvet, silk and noble robes.
- Shadow under pink and purple – a natural dark tone.
- Skin glazes – bruises, cold flush and chilled flesh.
- Magic effects – where red should look unnatural.
What to pair it with
Shade with Deep Purple or Wine Red; highlight with Carmine and Intense Pink. With Magenta it moves into saturated fuchsia.
Frequently asked questions
How do I paint a bruise?
A very thin Violet Red glaze around the edge and a drop of Deep Violet at the centre. A bruise must have no hard edge – everything fades into the skin.
Violet Red or Amaranth Red?
Violet Red has the stronger violet shift; Amaranth Red stays more red. Violet Red for cold fabrics and bruises, Amaranth for cloaks.
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.