A rich dark brown pigment, Burnt Umber is made from natural brown clays found in earth. It was named after Umbria, a region in Italy where it was mined. Burning the raw pigment intensifies its colour.
Raw Sienna is a bright brown pigment. One of the oldest pigments, it can be found in prehistoric cave art. It is named after Siena, Italy where the pigment was sourced during the Renaissance.
Raw Umber Light is a warm pale brown pigment made by the natural brown clays found in earth. It was named after Umbria, a region in Italy where it was mined.
Raw Umber (Green Shade) is a rich brown pigment with green undertones made from the natural brown clays found in earth. It was named after Umbria, a region in Italy where it was mined.
Sepia is a black brown colour. Originally made in the 18th century from the ink sacks of cuttlefish, it is now made from a mixture of carbon and umber. It is a highly permanent colour.
