Rublev Colours Watercolor • Triad Collection
Watercolor Triads
Three historic pigments—endlessly mixable. Earths and minerals that stay quiet on paper and look convincingly natural.
What is a Watercolor Triad?
A triad is a set of three pigments that mix broadly without turning muddy. Our triads pair earth and mineral colors so you can mix believable light, middle, and shadow families with minimal guesswork.
Why three?
Two colours set the mood; the third nudges temperature and deepens value.
Historic pigments
Natural earths & mineral blues—stable, lightfast, and quiet on paper.
Who it’s for
Plein-air, landscape, botanical—anyone who wants natural, convincing mixes.
Explore the Triads
Artist Reviews — Watercolor Triads
Ultramarine Blue
★★★★★
“Excellent watercolor paint—really high-quality… customer service is always friendly and helpful!”
— Jessie E.
French Raw Sienna
★★★★★
“A beautiful and pure pigment… exquisite depth and purity.”
— Jacquelyn R.
Verona Green Earth
★★★★★
“As usual, Natural Pigments products are top notch.”
— Bryan N.
Nicosia Green Earth
★★★★★
“Beautiful and useful soft blue-green.”
— Orna G.
Yellow Ocher Light
★★★★★
“These paints are so lovely! Easy to paint with; beautiful granulation.”
— Catherine T.
Antica Green Earth
★★★★★
“A nice, sandy pigment… easily activated and assertive on paper.”
— Mauro M.
Artist Reviews — Watercolor Triads
Ultramarine Blue
Companion color
★★★★★
“Excellent watercolor paint—really high-quality… customer service is always friendly and helpful!”
— Jessie E.
French Raw Sienna
Companion color
★★★★★
“A beautiful and pure pigment… exquisite depth and purity.”
— Jacquelyn R.
Verona Green Earth
Companion color
★★★★★
“As usual, Natural Pigments products are top notch.”
— Bryan N.
Nicosia Green Earth
★★★★★
“Beautiful and useful soft blue-green.”
— Orna G.
Yellow Ocher Light
★★★★★
“These paints are so lovely! Easy to paint with; beautiful granulation.”
— Catherine T.
Antica Green Earth
★★★★★
“A nice, sandy pigment… easily activated and assertive on paper.”
— Mauro M.
Triad FAQs
What is a watercolor triad?
A triad is a set of three pigments chosen to mix broadly without turning muddy. Ours pair earth and mineral colors so you can create believable light, middle, and shadow families with minimal guesswork.
Are the pigments single-pigment and lightfast?
Yes. We focus on single-pigment earths and mineral blues with excellent permanence. See each triad’s Technical Specs for ASTM lightfastness and transparency.
How do I pick a triad?
Choose the palette that matches your scene: Autumn Orchard for warm foliage, Golden Fields for wheat/olive/sky, Coastal Breeze for shoreline neutrals, Desert Dusk for warm light and cool shade, and Forest Floor for mossy greens and understory neutrals.
Do I need mediums or special paper?
No special mediums required. Cold-press or rough papers enhance natural granulation; hot press yields smoother passages. Use clean water and a limited mixing area for clarity.
What are “Companion Colors”?
Recommended single pigments that expand each triad—deepen shadows, cool skies, or add botanical notes—while keeping mixes natural. Look for the Companion section on each triad page.
Can I mix these with other brands?
Yes. These are traditional pigments that behave predictably with standard watercolor ranges. For the most natural results, keep mixes to two colors; add the third only to nudge temperature or value.
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