Rublev Artists Oil Paint Crimson Ochre is a semi-transparent deep red with purplish-pink undertones, sourced from natural red iron oxide earth quarries in the Lori province of northern Armenia. This fine-grained pigment brushes "long," offering smooth, effortless application. With low tinting strength, it excels at creating subtle transitions and nuanced effects, making it perfect for glazing, layering, and adding depth to your artwork. Unlike hydrated iron oxides, Crimson Ochre’s color derives from pure iron oxide combined with clay, chalk, and silica, ensuring a natural, authentic hue with exceptional versatility.

Key Features

• Deep Red with Purplish Undertones: Offers a rich, earthy color perfect for creating subtle transitions and warm accents.
• Semi-Transparent Finish: Ideal for glazing, layering, and achieving depth in paintings.
• Natural Iron Oxide Pigment: Sourced from Armenian quarries, ensuring purity and historical authenticity.
• Fine-Grained Texture: Smooth and easy to apply with a "long" brushing quality.
• Low Tinting Strength: Excels in blending and creating understated, harmonious tones.
• 50ml Tube Size: Suitable for both fine details and expansive compositions.

Why You’ll Love It

Rublev Crimson Ochre provides a versatile, natural pigment that connects your art to centuries of tradition. Its purplish-pink undertones and semi-transparent quality make it indispensable for creating warm, layered effects and realistic skin tones. Whether you’re working on portraits, landscapes, or abstract pieces, this pigment adds a unique depth and richness to your work.

FAQs

• What makes Crimson Ochre unique?
  Its purplish undertones, semi-transparency, and natural origin make it a one-of-a-kind pigment for artistic versatility.

• Can it be used for glazing?
  Yes, its semi-transparent quality makes it perfect for glazing techniques.

• What surfaces work best with this paint?
  It performs beautifully on primed canvases, panels, or other prepared oil painting surfaces.

• Is it lightfast?
  Yes, the natural iron oxide ensures excellent permanence and lightfastness.