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The colour red evokes power, intensity and big emotions, but there are nuances in every shade. Cadmium paints have the broadest range of hues that come from any inorganic pigment...

Explore the story of Turner's Yellow, a tribute to JMW Turner’s rebellious spirit and revolutionary masterpieces that were shaped by the Industrial Revolution.

Did you know that mauve was made by mistake? Discover the pigment’s remarkable story that begins with a humble 15-year-old chemistry student, and goes on to feature high fashion, Oscar...

From ancient Indian textiles to denim jeans, indigo dye has been a staple through the ages. But when it comes to the colour spectrum it is often missed out. What...

Winsor Blue was created by our experts in the 1930s to replace the less reliable Prussian blue. Discover how to use this deep, intense colour.

Bright and opaque, cerulean blue is invaluable to artists. Find out why painters including Monet and Signac prized this beautiful sky blue.

Once considered more precious than gold, ultramarine was often used for the Virgin Mary's robes. Trace the evolution of this special colour.

Commonly used in camouflage paint, chromium oxide green is relied on by artists to make a wide range of greens when mixed with other colours.

Indian Yellow is a luminous golden pigment with excellent transparency and glazing qualities. It is widely admired for its depth, body and radiance in oil and watercolour painting.