Vivianite Brushes synthetic iron oxides were given

synthetic iron oxides were given the name ‘Mars’ after the Roman god of war and our planetary neighbour which has almost double the amount of iron oxide in its outer layers than our own

Paint Makers Notes: Aurora Green is a combination of Phthalo Green Blue Shade (PG 7) and Titanium White (PW 6)

but is much brighter in tone than Light Yellow Ochre

while the inside of the lid doubles as a colour mixing palette

Pigment Number: PBk 11

Vivianite Brushes synthetic iron oxides were givenThis mineral pigment adds a beautiful luminous quality when used in glazing applications, but dont hesitate to use it full strength for unique monochrome works, or as the underpainting for a watercolour done traditionally. Artist Notes: Applied in many thin layers an underpainting done in Vivianite adds enormous depth and luminosity to watercolours. Vivianite is granular and lifts easily so light applications in layers work best. Paint Makers Notes: