In our Watercolor Mixing Recipe series, we explore how two DANIEL SMITH Acuarelas Extrafinas can come together to create something entirely new. Today’s mix is bursting with energy—a luminous, warm coral blend that radiates life and joy.

These radiant hues are created with:

• Lila de quinacridona

• Oro rojo australiano

Each of these colors shines on its own. Lila de quinacridona is a transparent, high-chroma violet-pink with glowing intensity and smooth washes that sparkle with life. Oro rojo australiano is a brilliant, transparent warm yellow-orange that flows beautifully from golden sunshine into fiery amber.

When mixed, these two pigments create a stunning coral range—from juicy peach tones to intense, tropical pinks. It’s a lively, expressive pairing that adds warmth and vitality to any palette.

Both pigments share a glowing transparency that keeps the mixture luminous and full of light. The warm orange-gold of Aussie Red Gold blends effortlessly with the cool pink-violet of Quinacridone Lilac, striking a perfect balance between warmth and brightness.

Depending on your ratio, you can mix everything from a soft rose glow to a vivid coral sunset hue—each variation maintaining that signature DANIEL SMITH clarity and brilliance.

• Florals: Perfect for petals that pop with warmth and luminosity.
  
• Sunlit skies: Capture the energy of sunrise or sunset washes.
  
• Portraits: Add warmth and vitality to skin tones and blush areas.
  
• Capas: Glaze over transparent yellows or violets for glowing depth.

Start by placing a small amount of Lila de quinacridona on your palette, then gradually mix in Oro rojo australiano until you reach your ideal hue. More Lilac gives a rosy pink glow; more Red Gold leans toward a peachy orange. In between, you can even get vibrant fire engine reds!

Watch how the two flow and mingle on your paper—each layer reveals a new dimension.

This brilliant coral blend is a celebration of warmth, light, and movement. Whether you’re painting a sunlit floral, a glowing horizon, or an expressive abstract, Quinacridone Lilac + Aussie Red Gold deliver a radiant fusion that brings joy to your brushwork.

Ready to try it? Pull out your tubes or pans of Quinacridone Lilac and Aussie Red Gold and explore your own mixes. Share your results with us on Instagram and Facebook by tagging @danielsmithartistmaterials—we can’t wait to see your color mixes unfold!