{"title":"Natural Pigments","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"maya-blue-pigment","title":"MAYA BLUE PIGMENT","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Blue Pigment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNatural Indigo · Calcium Bentonite Clay · Handmade by AppleOak FibreWorks\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Maya Blue is a beautiful mineral-organic pigment handmade in small batches using natural indigo and finely powdered calcium bentonite clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough careful preparation and controlled heating, the indigo and clay combine to create a soft, mineral-rich blue with wonderful depth. Depending on the concentration, binder and surface, it can produce shades ranging from smoky indigo and blue-grey to softer blue-green. At the moment we only have the dark blue available, please see picture with colour samples in the second picture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maya Blue pigment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural indigo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineral base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcium bentonite clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrincipal clay mineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montmorillonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully combined and heat-treated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral blue, blue-grey and blue-green, grey-green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral-organic pigment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Painting, ink, paper, canvas and mixed media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTextile use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not suitable for textile printing, textile painting or other textile applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduced by:\u003c\/strong\u003e AppleOak FibreWorks in County Clare, Ireland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by an ancient pigment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaya Blue takes its name from the remarkably durable blue pigment developed by the ancient Maya and used in murals, ceramics and manuscripts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts distinctive character comes from combining indigo with mineral clay—a principle that continues to inspire contemporary pigment makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur small-batch version combines natural indigo with calcium bentonite to create a versatile pigment for modern artistic use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatercolour and gouache\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEgg tempera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasein and other natural paint systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrush and dip-pen inks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural paint making\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainting on paper and canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed-media artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaper and book arts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaya Blue can be mixed with water for painting and other suitable applications. As an insoluble pigment, it disperses rather than dissolves, so it may settle in liquid mixtures and should be stirred regularly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can also be combined with a suitable binder for improved adhesion, durability or water resistance, depending on the intended use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is not recommended for fountain pens, technical pens or airbrushes, as the mineral particles may settle or obstruct fine mechanisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaya Blue is not suitable for textiles. Do not use it for textile printing, textile painting, fabric dyeing or other textile applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic mixing guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace a small amount of pigment on a suitable mixing or grinding surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd water gradually, or add your chosen binder if you prefer a more durable or specialised paint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix or grind thoroughly until the pigment is evenly dispersed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust the consistency to suit the intended technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest the mixture on a prepared paper, canvas or other suitable art surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStir regularly during use, as some settling is normal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a rich natural paint, try mixing the pigment with soya milk. The resulting paint can be applied to paper, canvas or another suitable art surface. Soya milk is optional, and other binders, surfaces and application techniques may also work well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe choice of mixing medium and surface affects adhesion, colour depth, transparency, finish, flexibility and water resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTextile use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaya Blue is not suitable for textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt should not be used for textile printing, textile painting, fabric dyeing, surface application to cloth or other textile projects. The pigment is intended for suitable art surfaces such as paper, canvas and other prepared painting surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to consider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater-mixable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be mixed with water for painting on suitable art surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsoluble pigment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt disperses rather than dissolves, so some settling is normal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse on paper, canvas and other suitable prepared art surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot for textiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use for textile printing, textile painting, fabric dyeing or cloth that will be washed or for wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSettling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStir regularly during use to keep the pigment evenly dispersed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcentration, medium, surface and application thickness influence the final shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrinding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThorough grinding or mixing can produce a smoother application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade batches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlight variations in colour and particle size may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndependent archival and industrial lightfastness testing has not been carried out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage and safe handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor ar \u0026amp;, craft use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot for consumption or use in food, drinks, cosmetics, body painting or medicinal preparations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid creating or breathing fine pigment and mineral dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear suitable particulate respiratory protection where dust cannot be adequately controlled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear eye protection and gloves when handling fine powder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevent contact with eyes, mouth and open wounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the safety instructions for all binders, solvents and additives used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse dedicated art equipment - never food-preparation utensils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep away from food and out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot a food colour, cosmetic or textile dye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour chosen net weight of Maya Blue pigment, handmade by AppleOak FibreWorks and supplied in a sealed stand up pouch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinders, soya milk, brushes and other art materials are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe pack as sustainably as we can while protecting your pigment. Container types may vary according to pack size and the availability of our preferred lower-impact options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn with us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/the-natural-dyers-academy.mn.co\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to explore natural pigments, lake making, indigo and historical colour processes alongside fellow practitioners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AppleOak FibreWorks","offers":[{"title":"10g","offer_id":39298465300534,"sku":"","price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":39298465333302,"sku":"","price":14.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":39298465366070,"sku":"","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":39298465398838,"sku":"","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":39298465431606,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":39298465464374,"sku":"","price":173.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/Maya_blue.jpg?v=1790007057"}],"url":"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/collections\/natural-pigments.oembed","provider":"AppleOak FibreWorks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}