Alizarin Orange

Description
Synthetic Alizarin Orange 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.

Alizarin Orange is an exceptionally vivid, powerful orange watercolor made from pure alizarin, the same historic compound that revolutionized color in the 19th century. First synthesized in 1868 as one of the world’s first synthetic dyes (replacing the laborious extraction of madder root), alizarin became the foundation of a new era of bold, expressive pigments. This orange variant pushes the chroma to its limit—offering a fiery, coppery-orange with striking transparency and staining power.

Unlike modern oranges based on cadmium or azo chemistry, Pure Alizarin Orange has a slightly smoky undertone and fluid character that makes it perfect for glowing glazes, high-contrast blends, and dynamic light effects. It excels in expressive work, abstract pieces, portrait undertones, and botanical studies where warmth and intensity are key. This is not a passive color—it demands attention.

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: Synthetic organic pigment (pure alizarin)
Source: 1,2-dihydroxyanthraquinone
Lightfastness: Moderate (best used in protected works, portfolios, or archival display)
Opacity: Transparent to semi-transparent with strong staining power
Other Names: Alizarin Orange, Orange Madder, Anthraquinone Orange
Color Index Code: PO64

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.