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Colour story: Indigo

From ancient Indian textiles to denim jeans, indigo dye has been a staple through the ages. But when it comes to the colour spectrum it is often missed out. What...

The permanence of artists’ paints in the 19th century

Artists' paints must be permanent, reliable, and modifiable. Historically, many pigments, particularly in watercolour, faded over time. This article examines the reasons behind this and how modern innovations have enhanced...

Colour recipes: How to mix the top six requested colours

Creating a palette involves more than just selecting colours; it’s about mixing them to tell stories and is an integral part of an artist’s DNA. We asked artist Chloe Scott...

Setting up an artists’ studio

Looking to start out with a studio space of your own? Find out all you know to need about location, size, safety, kit and more.

Bringing interiors and architectural designs to life with pencil, pen and paint

From natural colour palettes to precise linework, Austrian interior designer artist and architect Yana Hrachova discusses the intricacies behind her creative process.

Cadmium-free colours

Our cadmium-free colours offer the same intensely bright, lightfast results as cadmium paints. Read more about these groundbreaking formulas.

Inspiring colour stories from the Professional Watercolour range

Explore the unique stories behind six iconic colour pigments from the Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour collection.

How contemporary artists are redefining watercolour

Watercolour is no longer limited to traditional subjects like landscapes and architecture. Contemporary artists are using it in new and exciting ways, making it a versatile and relevant medium in...

Joining the global B Corp community

Winsor & Newton are proud to be a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp). This certification highlights our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. Discover how our efforts benefit both...

Seeing the world through the eyes of the artist

Explore how Winsor & Newton supports artists by sharing their journeys, fostering sustainability, and innovating with high-quality materials. Learn from artists like Orlanda Broom and Tim Shaw, and discover our...

Winsor & Newton Archive: Items of Intrigue – Ostwald’s Groundbreaking Innovation

Discover the legacy of Friedrich Wilhelm Ostwald's colour system, preserved in the Winsor & Newton archives. Learn how this Nobel-winning chemist's theories influenced artists and movements like De Stijl and...