Black 3.0 is an incredibly deep, matte black paint that absorbs almost all visible light. It’s perfect for creating striking, high-contrast artwork. However, using it correctly is crucial to achieving the best finish. Normal Surfaces (Canvas, Paper):

<div id="isPasted"><h3 id="how-to-use-black-30-achieve-the-deepest-black-in-your-art">How to Use Black 3.0: Achieve the Deepest Black in Your Art!</h3></div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ahmvT2dXhiE?si=vvwrCDwzdJFh0-NB" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><div data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="ca895815-ff46-4efa-a954-86f153990fa6" dir="auto"><h3 id="excited-to-dive-into-using-black-30-our-latest-and-greatest-super-black-paint-this-guide-will-show-you-how-to-use-it-properly-with-tips-and-tricks-to-ensure-you-get-the-best-results-lets-get-started">Excited to dive into using Black 3.0, our latest and greatest super black paint? This guide will show you how to use it properly, with tips and tricks to ensure you get the best results. Let&#x2019;s get started!</h3><h4 id="what-is-black-30">What is Black 3.0?</h4>Black 3.0 is an incredibly deep, matte black paint that absorbs almost all visible light. It&#x2019;s perfect for creating striking, high-contrast artwork. However, using it correctly is crucial to achieving the best finish.<h4 id="important-tips">Important Tips:</h4><ol><li>Room Temperature: Use and store Black 3.0 at room temperature (10-25&#xB0;C or 50-77&#xB0;F). Extreme temperatures can affect the paint.</li><li>Use a Soft Synthetic Brush: Avoid cheap, scratchy brushes. Soft brushes give the best finish.</li><li>Apply Thin Layers: Don&#x2019;t slather on thick layers. Thin, even coats work best.</li></ol><h4 id="getting-started">Getting Started</h4><ol><li>Prepare Your Workspace: Ensure your painting area is at the right temperature and lay down some newspaper or a drop cloth to catch any spills.</li><li>Shake Well: Shake the bottle of Black 3.0 thoroughly before use.</li></ol><h4 id="applying-black-30">Applying Black 3.0</h4><ol><li>Load Your Brush: Dip just the tip of your soft brush into the paint.</li><li>Thin Layers: Spread the paint as far as possible in a thin, even coat.</li><li>Dry Time: Let each layer dry fully. Ideally, leave it overnight. You can use a hairdryer to speed up the drying process.</li></ol><h4 id="surfaces-and-preparation">Surfaces and Preparation</h4><ol><li>Normal Surfaces (Canvas, Paper):<ul><li>No extra prep needed. Just apply Black 3.0 directly.</li></ul></li><li>Shiny Surfaces (Metal, Plastic):<ul><li>Prime First: Use a primer like Black 2.0 for the best adhesion.</li><li>Application: After priming, apply Black 3.0 as described.</li></ul></li><li>Absorbent Surfaces (Wood, Cardboard):<ul><li>Seal First: Use a mix of 25% PVA glue and 75% water to seal the surface.</li><li>Application: Once sealed and dry, apply Black 3.0.</li></ul></li></ol><h4 id="pro-tips">Pro Tips:</h4><ul><li>Avoid Thick Layers: Thick layers can cause the paint to behave oddly. Thin layers ensure a smooth, even finish.</li><li>Patience is Key: Let each coat dry completely before applying the next. If you recoat too soon, it can ruin the finish.</li></ul><h4 id="example-process">Example Process:</h4><ol><li>On Canvas or Paper:<ul><li>Shake the paint well.</li><li>Apply a thin, even coat with a soft brush.</li><li>Let it dry overnight.</li><li>Apply a second coat if needed.</li></ul></li><li>On Shiny Surfaces:<ul><li>Prime with Black 2.0.</li><li>Let the primer dry overnight.</li><li>Apply a thin coat of Black 3.0.</li><li>Let it dry completely before recoating.</li></ul></li><li>On Absorbent Surfaces:<ul><li>Seal with PVA glue and water mixture.</li><li>Let the sealant dry overnight.</li><li>Apply a thin coat of Black 3.0.</li><li>Let it dry completely before recoating.</li></ul></li></ol><h4 id="share-your-creations">Share Your Creations</h4>We can&#x2019;t wait to see what you create with Black 3.0! Share your amazing projects on social media using the hashtag #CultureHustle. Have fun experimenting and creating stunningly deep black art.<h4 id="recap">Recap:</h4><ol><li>Use a Soft Brush.</li><li>Apply Thin Layers.</li><li>Ensure Room is at the Right Temperature.</li><li>Prime Shiny Surfaces and Seal Absorbent Surfaces.</li><li>Let Each Coat Dry Fully.</li></ol>Happy painting!</div>

How to Use BLACK3.0

This tutorial is for people struggling to get the right black for their project! Stuart looks through the different blacks: Black 3.0, Black 2 and Raven. Took a look!

This tutorial is for people struggling to get the right black for their project! Stuart looks through the different blacks: Black 3.0, Black 2 and Raven. Took a look!<iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gYplSEtpSgk?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen class="fr-draggable"></iframe>

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BLACK

BLACK 3.0 is the blackest and mattest acrylic paint on the planet! Unlike other super-black coatings it can be safely applied with nothing more than a brush, and I’ve worked super hard to make it affordable. It was made by artists FOR artists just li

<span style="font-size: 24px; font-family: Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif; color: rgb(44, 62, 80); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">BLACK 3.0 is the blackest and mattest acrylic paint on the planet! Unlike other super-black coatings it can be safely applied with nothing more than a brush, and I&#x2019;ve worked super hard to make it affordable. It was made by artists FOR artists just like you! On top of that, my studio is completely non-profit, so all of the money raised selling any of my art, paints included, just goes right back into the studio for the next art project.<img src="https://uploads.gorgias.io/gpGJBxpRvy2YXZA5/undefined-06c2da50-b593-48e5-81b7-c9aef6b3ad24" style="width: 458px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">

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THE BLACK 3.0 STORY. Made by Artist Stuart Semple. Made because Anish Kapoor won't share his black with anyone else. I created a new resin that holds more pigment than other acrylic, capable of trapping much more light. I developed a pigment (Black M

THE BLACK 3.0 STORYMade by Artist Stuart SempleMade&#xA0;because&#xA0;Anish Kapoor won&apos;t share his black with anyone else&#xA0; <p id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot;Roboto Condensed&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.45px; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">I created a new resin that holds more pigment than other acrylic, capable of trapping much more light. I developed a pigment (Black Magick) that is totally matte. (Normally black pigments are slightly shiny). I have added a variety of brand new transparent mattifiers to flatten out stray light.<p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot;Roboto Condensed&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.45px; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><img src="https://uploads.gorgias.io/gpGJBxpRvy2YXZA5/Comparrison-035f7a23-3f3e-43ed-8b31-1e546142a673.jpg" style="width: 395px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-shadow fr-rounded"><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot;Roboto Condensed&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.45px; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">*Everyone, expect from Anish Kapoor can use Black 3.0<p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: &quot;Roboto Condensed&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.45px; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Anish Kapoor was given exclusive rights to use Vantablack. This of course sparked a furious reaction from fellow artists as no one should be able to own colours! Stuart then decided to make Black 3.0 and make sure all artists around the world can use this amazing material, expect from Anish Kapoor.&#xA0;<p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; widows: 2; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Stuart first developed Black 2 in 2017, after releasing &quot;Better Black&quot; pigment a month earlier. He starting funding for Black 3.0 in January of 2019 through the crowdfunding site Kickstarter. In just three and a half months Stuart managed to smash the target with 2000% more then the projects goal! So many artists wanted to get their hands on a bottle of the Blackest Black paint and use it for themselves!<p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; widows: 2; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Up to this day it&apos;s the Stuarts best loved material with thousands and thousands of people owning it around the world.&#xA0; Here&apos;s a 60 Seconds Docs video explaining Stuarts story: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDuA6PHtgcI"><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hDuA6PHtgcI?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen class="fr-draggable"></iframe></a>

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