Inorganic – A blend of Ivory Black, Ultramarine and Iron Oxide Yellow, which gives a markedly cool black substitute.
The blue undertones are similar to but much milder than those of Prussian Blue.
Some painters prefer this blend for its restrained Tint Power, and use it in cool reflex tones in flesh painting
Colour Index PBk9, PB29, PY42
Drying Average
Transparency Semi-Transparent
Lightfastness Excellent
Oil Content High
Tint Power Average
Toxicity Non-Toxic
ASTM D-4236 ✔
Widely recognised as one of the best Oil Colour Paints available, thanks to the high pigment levels used in their manufacture they give strong colours that are vibrant and true providing great coverage and highly resistant to fading.
Michael Harding Oil paints are made by hand in Wales, adopting techniques dating back to the days of the Old Masters.
A popular Artist in his own right Michael Harding states "As an artist and painter I wanted to create colours that were true and vibrant, and paint which was beautiful and durable"
The paints are described as having a buttery, creamy texture that are easy to handle and their texture is easily manipulated.