Why Choose Pigment Powders?
Complete Creative Freedom
- Mix pigments with any binder, linseed oil for oils, gum arabic for water colours, acrylic medium for acrylics, or clear resin for vibrant resin art. You decide the consistency, intensity, and finish.
Superior Quality & Value
- Create larger quantities of paint at a fraction of the cost while maintaining professional-grade quality. Pure pigments mean more vibrant, concentrated colours with every batch.
Customize Everything
- Achieve the exact shade, opacity, and texture you envision. No compromises, no settling for close enough.
Perfect For
- Traditional Painters creating custom oil, acrylic, water colour, or tempera paints.
- Resin Artists looking for brilliant, fade-resistant Colours for epoxy projects.
- Mixed Media Artists experimenting with unique textures and finishes.
- Conservators & Restorers matching historical colours with precision.
- Craft Enthusiasts tinting wax, soap, candles, or cement for creative projects.
Types of Pigments in Our Collection
Dry Pigment Powders
- Finely ground, pure pigments ready to mix with your choice of binder. Ideal for making traditional paints and achieving authentic historical colours.
Resin Pigments
- Specially formulated for epoxy and resin art, these pigments disperse smoothly without clumping, creating stunning transparent or opaque effects.
Metallic & Pearl Pigments
- Add shimmer, lustre, and metallic brilliance to any project. Perfect for adding special effects to paintings, resin pieces, or decorative finishes.
Earth & Mineral Pigments
- Natural, lightfast colours sourced from earth minerals. These timeless pigments offer exceptional permanence and authentic tones.
What You Need to Know
Lightfastness Ratings
All our pigments are rated for lightfastness, so your artwork maintains its vibrancy for years to come. Look for ratings in each product description.
Safety First
When working with powdered pigments, we recommend using a dust mask, gloves, and working in a well-ventilated area. Some pigments require extra precautions; check the individual product safety information.
Mixing Guide
New to making your own paint? Start with small batches. For oil paint, mix 1 part pigment with 1-2 parts linseed oil. For watercolour, use gum arabic as your binder. For resin art, follow manufacturer ratios (typically 5-10% pigment to resin).
Why Choose Himalaya Fine Art?
As a specialist in professional-grade art materials, we connect artists directly with the dry artist pigments they need to execute their creative vision. Our selection focuses on the quality and origin of the pigment, ensuring you receive the best materials for your art, whether you are creating fine art, custom coatings, or vibrant projects with resin art pigments. We pride ourselves on providing clear, accurate information so you can make informed choices about the materials that will define your work for years to come.
Shop Pigments Online at Himalaya Fine Art
Whether you're mixing paint like Renaissance masters or creating contemporary resin art, our pigment collection offers the quality and variety you need. Browse our selection and discover the difference pure pigment makes in your work.
FAQs
1. What’s the difference between pigment powder and ready-made paint?
Pigment powder is the raw colour material you mix into a binder (oil, acrylic, resin). Ready-made paint already has the binder and pigment combined. Using pigment colour gives you more control.
2. Are these pigments safe?
Most modern pigments are non-toxic, but always check product specifications. Some traditional pigments contain heavy metals and require careful handling.
3. What's the difference between dry pigments and resin pigments?
Dry pigments are pure powder that requires mixing with a binder. Resin pigments are pre-dispersed for easier blending into epoxy and resin projects.
4. What’s the best way to store my powder pigment and resin pigment for long-term use?
Keep in airtight containers, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Label with medium compatibility and date opened to ensure best performance later.
5. Which pigment is best for resin art and epoxy resin projects?
Resin artists often prefer Epoke pigments and metallic & pearl pigments for epoxy resin due to their high tint strength, smooth dispersion, and glossy finish. These resin pigments produce stunning depth and shimmer, ideal for coasters, geodes, and tabletop artworks.
