Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In the mid-seventeenth century, Isaac Newton divided the visible light spectrum into seven distinct colours, identifying violet as one of them. Violet sits at the very end of the spectrum; beyond it lies ultraviolet, which is invisible to the human eye. Violet lies between red and blue on the colour wheel, and while it can be mixed with a combination of those two colours, a single-pigment violet can be a great addition to an artist palette. Violet and purple dyes have been used for centuries but it was in the 20th Century that the Quinacridone pigments opened up a whole new spectrum of violet.
We're thrilled to announce the publication of ‘Pigment Stories’, a book by Jackson’s made up of sixty richly-illustrated pigment entries that bring the history of artists’ colour to life.
A book for artists and art enthusiasts alike, ‘Pigment Stories’ reveals the hidden secrets behind pigments, uncovering tales of discovery, innovation, and transformation. We hope it offers new ways to see and appreciate the materials that have defined art across time.
Only 4 days until 'Pigment Stories' is released. Pre-order now on our website: jacksonsart.com/pigment-stories-book-by-jackson-s-art?utm_campaign=ps_preorder_violet&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organicsocial&utm_content=youtube_social_organic_shorts_to_ecom
Filmed by the Jackson's Team in the Jackson's Studio. This film features Evie Hatch, Studio and Materials Specialist at Jackson’s Art Supplies.
In the mid-seventeenth century, Isaac Newton divided the visible light spectrum into seven distinct colours, identifying violet as one of them. Violet sits at the very end of the spectrum; beyond it lies ultraviolet, which is invisible to the human eye. Violet lies between red and blue on the colour wheel, and while it can be mixed with a combination of those two colours, a single-pigment violet can be a great addition to an artist palette. Violet and purple dyes have been used for centuries but it was in the 20th Century that the Quinacridone pigments opened up a whole new spectrum of violet.
We're thrilled to announce the publication of ‘Pigment Stories’, a book by Jackson’s made up of sixty richly-illustrated pigment entries that bring the history of artists’ colour to life.
A book for artists and art enthusiasts alike, ‘Pigment Stories’ reveals the hidden secrets behind pigments, uncovering tales of discovery, innovation, and transformation. We hope it offers new ways to see and appreciate the materials that have defined art across time.
Only 4 days until 'Pigment Stories' is released. Pre-order now on our website: jacksonsart.com/pigment-stories-book-by-jackson-s-art?utm_campaign=ps_preorder_violet&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organicsocial&utm_content=youtube_social_organic_shorts_to_ecom
Filmed by the Jackson's Team in the Jackson's Studio. This film features Evie Hatch, Studio and Materials Specialist at Jackson’s Art Supplies.
