Lemon Ocher Pigment

SKU: NAP-GROUP-9486966
PRICE RANGE: US$ 8.54 - US$ 8.49
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Lemon Ocher Pigment, a natural yellow iron oxide hydroxide mineral, is extracted from quarries in northern Italy, offering a bright, vibrant yellow hue in tints and washes that remain transparent and unfading in daylight. This highly concentrated color is a treasure trove for artists, with its two distinctive characteristics: unparalleled lightfastness and exceptional color strength. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, Lemon Ocher Pigment is an essential addition to your palette.



With its rich history dating back to antiquity, ocher has been a favored pigment among artists for centuries, and Lemon Ocher Pigment continues this legacy. This natural earth pigment contains clay tinted by hydrated iron oxide, quartz, and gypsum or manganese carbonate, making it a highly sought-after material. The term "ocher" refers to a specific type of iron oxide deposit containing kaolin and quartz, with a minimum of 12% iron oxide content, ensuring its vibrant yellow color.



Lemon Ocher Pigment boasts a range of benefits for artists, including its exceptional lightfastness, making it suitable for use in a variety of mediums, including oil, acrylic, and watercolor. Its high permanence ensures that your artwork will remain vibrant and unchanged over time. Plus, its moderate oil absorption rate allows for effortless blending and mixing with other pigments. With an excellent film-forming ability, Lemon Ocher Pigment is the perfect choice for creating stunning, long-lasting artworks.



As an inorganic, natural pigment, Lemon Ocher is non-toxic and safe to use, although care should be taken to avoid inhaling the dry powder. With its ASTM lightfastness rating of I in acrylic, oil, and watercolor, you can trust that your artwork will retain its vibrancy for generations to come. The Chemical Formula á-FeOOH and Colour Index of Pigment Yellow 43 (77492) ensure that this pigment meets the highest standards of quality and consistency.



Rublev Colours, a renowned brand in the art world, is proud to offer Lemon Ocher Pigment as part of its extensive range of high-quality, lightfast pigments. With its exceptional color strength, lightfastness, and versatility, this pigment is an indispensable addition to any artist's palette. Whether you're a painter, printmaker, or mixed-media artist, Lemon Ocher Pigment is sure to inspire your creativity and bring your artwork to life.