Georgina Langdale
Ultramarine
Ultramarine pigment is vibrant and intense and evokes the jewel-like blues of lapis lazuli.
Blue pigment was formerly obtained by grinding lapis lazuli, a fine stone resulting from volcanic fusion from Afghanistan. Its scarcity made it hugely expensive. In the Middle Ages, lapis lazuli pigment was used for illuminations, while in the Renaissance, this pigment had become so expensive that it was always itemised in commission fees. Eventually it was replaced by a synthetic pigment in the nineteenth century.
50g pigment in 110ml jar
Origin: FranceColor Index: B29Bulk density: 648 g/lUV resistance: AverageColouring power: Very good
INSPIRATION IS AGELESS
Working with pigments to create our own paints brings us in even closer relationship with the artistic vision we are creating. My natural earth pigments range are beautiful natural, untouched ochres, and deliciously calcinated ones from ancient quarries in France, Italy and Cyprus. They will bring your creative ideas to light.
F.A.Q.
WHERE DO YOU SOURCE YOUR PIGMENTS?
I collaborate with partners in Europe in order to source natural pigments from traditional quarries in France, Italy and Cyprus and modern synthetic pigments that recreate the colours used in the renaissance and beyond, but without the toxicity!
DO YOU HAVE ANY EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES ON HOW TO USE PIGMENTS?
I will be adding helpful videos and content to the wesbite in due course. Workshops will also be scheduled (sign up to our newsletter to receive information on them).
WHAT CAN YOU USE PIGMENTS FOR?
Pigments are a beautiful way to paint. They can be used with traditional egg tempera (just like Botticelli!). You can use binders to make your own watercolour and milk paints. I also use them when making gesso. You can add mediums to make your own oil colours.
