Red Ochre

Description
Red Ochre is our exquisitely hand-crafted watercolor paint made with an extremely concentrated and high quality single source pigment mixed only with pure honey. Every pan is meticulously hand mulled, hand packed, filled, and labeled — ensuring maximum pigment concentration without any binders, fillers, or extenders. Our unique formula uses only one pigment and pure local honey, delivering a maximally concentrated watercolor paint.

Red Ochre features a single, natural earth pigment celebrated for its deep, earthy red tone and exceptional permanence. Sourced from iron-rich clay deposits, this pigment has been used since prehistoric times in cave paintings, iconography, and classical art for its bold yet natural hue. Its warm, rusty undertones make it a versatile base for portraiture, landscapes, and historical palettes. Red Ochre blends seamlessly with other earth tones, offering a grounded richness and subtle granulation that adds depth and warmth. Its semi-opaque coverage and smooth consistency make it ideal for layering, glazing, and dry brush techniques in both traditional and contemporary work.

Key Features
Single Source Pigment: Each product features one pure pigment, chosen for its exceptional quality.

Handmade Artisanal Process: Crafted in small batches, our watercolors are hand mulled on a glass slab and hand packed to preserve the integrity of the pigment.

Maximum Pigment Load: Designed to provide maximum color saturation, our formula contains no artificial additives or fillers

Recommended Use: Best used with a gum arabic medium to achieve optimal reactivation and fluidity.

Pigment Information
Pigment Type: Natural earth pigment, washed and finely ground
Source: Clay containing natural iron oxide (hematite)
Origin: France (Vaucluseregion)
Lightfastness: Excellent
Opacity: Semi-opaque with a gentle, natural granulation
Other Names: Mars Red (synthetic), Red Earth, Burnt Ochre
Color Index Code: PR102

Production Process
Our watercolors are created with passion and precision. The pigment is carefully hand mulled and then mixed with pure local honey, ensuring an exceptionally concentrated and vibrant product. The entire process is carried out by hand—from mixing and mulling to filling and labeling—so you can be confident in the artisanal quality of every pan.

Usage & Care
For professional and consistent results, we recommend using a gum arabic medium. Please store in a secure area away from children and pets, and dispose of any waste in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with all local, state, and national regulations.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.