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How we make Paul Rubens Oils different from all others

What sets Paul Rubens apart is our uncompromising commitment to the integrity of color. We bridge the gap between centuries-old artisanal traditions and the needs of the modern creator. Our mission is to provide every artist—from the dedicated hobbyist to the gallery professional—with materials that offer predictable, world-class performance.

Our secret lies in the concentration. By maintaining an exceptionally high pigment-to-binder ratio, we ensure that our colors remain vibrant even when heavily diluted. Each color profile is developed individually; we do not use a "one-size-fits-all" formula. Some pigments require longer aging periods to fully "bloom," while others demand a specific grinding tension to preserve their natural luminosity. We allow our mixtures to rest and "sweat," ensuring the oil and pigment are perfectly integrated before the final tube is sealed. By removing synthetic surfactants and excessive waxes, we leave you with nothing but pure, unadulterated color that responds instinctively to your brushstroke.

Color Particle by Particle

The particles of natural pigments are larger and more varied than pigments in modern artists’ oil colors. When we remember how crystalline pigments, such as azurite, malachite, lazurite, were used in old masters’ paintings, it is easy to understand how these beautiful surfaces with broken lights were obtained. An examination, for instance, of azurite particles under the microscope at once reveals the beautiful mass of blue and blue-green crystals, reflecting light in all directions, and thus of course enhancing the visual effect.

No Additives

Vibrant & Expressive Colors Paul Rubens paints are renowned for their high color saturation and lightfastness. Whether you are using our watercolors or oil pastels, specific pigments are chosen to provide intense brilliance and smooth mixing.

Meticulously Crafted for All Artists We bridge the gap between professional quality and accessibility. Our products are rigorously tested to ensure consistency, making high-end art materials available to students, hobbyists, and professional artists alike.

Single Pigment Colors

Paul Rubens prioritizes both performance and safety. While we offer colors that mimic the beauty of historical pigments, we use modern formulations that are non-toxic and safe for studio use. Our colors offer high saturation and excellent coverage without the health risks associated with traditional heavy metals.

Meticulously Crafted

We make Paul Rubens Artists Oils in small batches, meticulously crafting each color. Using natural and historical pigments means that we must take extra steps to prepare these colors into a useable paint, typically not required for modern synthetic pigments. All this requires more time and labor to make a finished product that is different from all other oil color brands—a difference you can clearly see and palpably feel.