Discover the Winsor & Newton Colour Story

Each month, we uncover the story behind a single colour. From its origins in art history to the pigments that shape it today, explore the depth, beauty, and science of colour. 

This Month’s Colour Story: Manganese Blue
Unlike older blues such as ultramarine or cobalt, manganese blue was a product of modern chemistry. Its distinctive tone set it apart from other pigments and gave artists a new way to capture light, water and atmosphere.