Choosing the right pigment set

Pigment powder sets are an efficient way to build a working palette or explore a theme—earth colors, historical hues, or studio essentials. All Rublev Colours® pigments are prepared for professional use with an emphasis on permanence and consistent handling.

• Core palette: start with earth pigments plus black and white.
• Medium: choose sets that match your binder (oil, tempera, watercolor, encaustic).
• Permanence: compare lightfastness and opacity for your intended use.
• Paint-making: review safe handling and binder basics before grinding or dispersing powders.

For guidance on handling and paint-making, see the Pigment Guide. For side-by-side technical data—including lightfastness, opacity and oil absorption—visit Pigment Specifications.

FAQ

Are these sets suitable for making paint?
Yes. Dry pigments can be used to make paint in oil, egg tempera, watercolor (with gum arabic), encaustic and other binders. Start with the Pigment Guide for safe handling and basic methods.

How do I compare pigments included in a set?
Use Pigment Specifications to review composition, permanence and physical properties.