Carbon smoke soot. This black works especially well for fresco, for which it is primarily used, but is entirely suitable for all techniques. Very lightfast.
Carbon from animal bones calcified in a vase, rather than ivory tusks as was in the past. A warm, intense black that turns brownish when mixed with white. Very good lightfastness...
Titanium dioxide. Iridescent pigments undergo surface treatment with mica ; their level of iridescence varies according to the mica content. As a result of reflections and light...
Inorganic, phosphorescent Zinc sulfide powders. Recommended for use with water-based binders (except fresco).
Since excessive grinding weakens their phosphorescent qualities,...
Zinc oxide, which dates back to 18th century painting, was first manufactured by the French chemist Courtois. A stable, non-toxic, semi-transparent pigment that mixes well with all...
Cobalt aluminate. A unique turquoise hue whose brightness cannot be matched in other mixtures. Excellent lightfastness. To retain its unique vividness in oil painting, use it with...