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Earth & Mineral Pigments Sample Pack (20 colors)

Detoxify your studio and start making your own safe and beautiful paint with our 20 non-toxic pigments! Natural Earth & Mineral Pigments are archival, eco-friendly and sustainably-harvested from around the world.

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Description

For color index numbers, SDSs, and all pigment info, click here.

No added fillers, heavy metals, petrochemicals, additives, preservatives or stabilizers
Each box contains 20 - 2 tsp pouches of each Earth and Mineral Pigment
Colors:
- Venetian Red
- Orange Ochre
- Yellow Ochre
- Emerald Green
- Terre Verte
- Ultramarine Blue
- Ultramarine Purple
- Burnt Umber
- Burnt Sienna
- Raw Umber
- Raw Sienna
- Black Ochre
- Titanium White
- Mayan Red
- Brilliant Yellow
- Violet Ochre
- French Turquoise
- Silver Mica
- Gold Mica
- Copper Mica

For recipes and tutorials for mixing many types of paint with these pigments, visit our Resources page.

Each natural pigment has a different set of characteristics, such as liquid absorption, volume, tinting strength and granulation. Because of these characteristics, they each require a different volume of binder to create the desired paint consistency.

Technical Data

Safety:
Use care when handling any dry pigment; it’s not healthy to breathe any type of dust into your lungs, even if it is non-toxic and natural (like our pigments). Avoid inhaling pigment dust and use a mask when mixing if needed.

Color:
Since computer monitors, tablets and smartphones may differ in how they display colors, the actual pigment powders we sell may differ slightly from their product image as displayed on your device. We do not guarantee colors based on these images.

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Eco-Friendly Practices

We are a small, woman-owned and run business operating out of a solar-powered facility in Southern Oregon. We also double as a used packaging drop-off site for local residents and businesses. Our products are packaged in 100% post-consumer recycled packaging, home compostable pouches and recyclable glass and aluminum bottles.

We give back by donating to "One Tree Planted" and "Rogue Climate" every month and continue to donate to various humanitarian and environmental causes throughout the year.

Generally, all orders are shipped using zero-waste packaging and materials. Our shipping department uses paper stuffing and biodegradable paper tape, with the exception of shipping glass or insulated acrylik in the winter.

Shipping Policies and Information

We offer free standard shipping on orders above $150 for U.S. customers. If you qualify for free shipping, we will not honor requests for Priority or Expedited shipping unless a request is submitted through email and additional postage is paid. If you need expedited shipping, email us.

Our shipping room runs Monday through Friday, and is closed on federal holidays. With the exception of orders placed on Friday and Saturday, we typically pack and ship orders within 24 hours. During peak/high volume periods it may take us 1-3 days to pack and ship an order.

If you email us over the weekend with a shipping need, we will respond to you on Monday morning, Pacific time. The best way to reach us is by filling out our contact form on this website.

Please double check your shipping address. We are not responsible for issues caused by incorrect addresses.

Shipping rates and available services are calculated at checkout based on your order’s weight and destination. Delivery estimates are estimates provided by the carrier and are not guaranteed. You are always welcome to email us if you need extra help with shipping or delivery.

How We Handle Shipping Issues

Once an order leaves our facility, delivery is handled by the selected shipping carrier. Any delivery issues must be addressed directly with the carrier, as they are responsible for transporting the package to its destination. For USPS shipments, we’ve found that contacting your local post office is often the most effective first step.

You may track your shipment or submit a missing mail claim through the carrier used for your order—either the U.S. Postal Service or UPS.

While we make every effort to process and ship orders promptly, we are not able to retrieve or locate packages once they are in transit. In the event of a delay or loss, we ask for your patience while the carrier completes its investigation. Replacement items or refunds can only be issued after the carrier has made a formal determination.

After an order leaves our facility, responsibility transfers to the carrier, but we’re glad to offer support and direction should any delivery issues occur.

If your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 10 days of delivery. Include your order number and photos of the damaged product and packaging.

We do everything possible to make sure acrylik paint and medium will arrive undamaged in winter. We insulate packages and add heat packs to help ensure paint will not freeze in transit, however, we cannot guarantee that acrylik paint and medium will always arrive undamaged. We will not replace or refund acrylik paint that has been ruined by freezing temperatures.

If an order is marked “delivered” by the carrier but you have not received it, please let us know, but do note that we will insist you make every effort to find the package on your end, including checking with neighbors and waiting at least 2 more days for delivery. If the package does not show up, we will assist you in starting a trace with the carrier or make another determination about how to handle the issue.

Return Policies

We offer full refunds on any defective or damaged products. We also offer full refunds (less shipping costs) on elective returns if the product is in re-sellable condition (including the packaging) and the return has been made within 3 months of the purchase.

Acrylik specific: We do everything possible to make sure acrylik paint and medium will arrive undamaged in winter. We insulate packages and add heat packs to help ensure paint will not freeze in transit, however, we cannot guarantee that acrylik paint and medium will always arrive undamaged. We will not replace or refund acrylik paint that has been ruined by freezing temperatures.

Please send all returns to us at:

Natural Earth Paint

℅ Returns

330 E Hersey St. Ste 7

Ashland, OR 97520

International Shipping

If you’re ordering from Europe, Canada, Australia or New Zealand, please click the appropriate link to visit the international website for your region - these are operated by third parties but all products were made in the USA . We normally ship with either FedEx or UPS for international orders, and the order typically takes 2-3 weeks for delivery. Due to global constraints, shipping times may vary, and additional delays can occur due to customs inspections. Since we never know if a package will be held at customs, any import fees or taxes applied to the delivery must be paid by the recipient.

PRODUCT FAQs

Are your pigments cosmetic grade?
Our pigments are not certified cosmetic grade. Our pigment providers have said that they are safe for cosmetics, but they are not technically certified cosmetic-grade. We use certified cosmetic grade pigments for our natural face paint but we don't sell those pigments.

What do I mix with your pigments to make paint? Water, binders, etc.
It depends on what type of paint you are trying to make. Our “Resources” section is full of useful information and recipes for making a wide variety of paints. Water alone does not work - it will appear to make a creamy paint but when it dries it will dust off the surface. You need to add a natural binder to make it adhere to a surface.

Here are a few of the most popular recipes: Oil Paint, Watercolor Paint, Gouache Paint, Egg Tempera Paint, Drawing Ink

Are the pigments and paints archival and lightfast?
Yes, all our Earth and Mineral Pigments and paints are extremely archival and have excellent/ permanent lightfastness. Natural earth pigments are the most permanent and archival of any pigment and don’t contain fillers, stabilizers, solvents or preservatives.

The earth pigments will last thousands of years in a glass jar and never fade or degrade. Without the fillers and additives, nothing gets in the way of the purity and longevity of these paints.

Note: see each pigment description on the pigment product page.

Do I need to wear a mask when mixing powders?
Our pigments are completely non-toxic but no matter what kind-of dust you're using, you don't want to inhale large amounts of any kind. Most artists who mix our pigments don't wear any mask protection because they scoop small amounts and mix carefully so as to not create any airborne dust. But definitely use a mask if you have lung sensitivity or health problems or are concerned in any way.

How much pigment do I need to add? What is the ratio of pigment to oil when mixing oil paint?
Every color has a completely different oil: pigment ratio because each color absorbs moisture differently and each pigment has a different molecular structure, size, density, drying time, etc. You simply pour the pigment onto the palette and add small amounts of oil at a time and mix until it makes a smooth, thick paste. You can use a glass dropper to add drops at a time.

Titanium White - does it contain titanium dioxide? Our Titanium Dioxide (Ti02) is from a common mineral found in nature called Rutile. It is found in metamorphic and igneous rocks, and is the second most abundant mineral sand. Our product is not to be confused with Titanium metal (Ti) which is a silver metal that can also be derived from the same deposits but is a different, separate component. Titanium metal is not a part of our Titanium White pigment. Titanium Dioxide White is a byproduct of oxidizing the rutile mineral and does not contain any metal. The only other natural white would be chalk whiting; however, this does not have the opacity or refractive index of Titanium White so it is not really a substitute. Please note, Titanium dioxide is toxic to breathe in large amounts because it contains silica (ground quartz) which is abrasive to the lungs. We have warnings on our product boxes but please be careful to mix with care so as not to inhale the dust. Once the pigment is in liquid form it is completely harmless and is commonly in natural sunscreens, food and vegan milks.

Why should I mix my own paint when I can buy paint pre-made?
We believe that the extra step of mixing your own paint is well worth the peace of mind of knowing you are using the safest and most sustainable paint on the market. Our Natural Earth Paint for children contains only three natural ingredients, and the Earth & Mineral Pigments contain only one ingredient. Most pre-made paints on the market contain a variety of toxic chemical stabilizers, petrochemicals, fillers, and preservatives. Natural pigments provide an unsurpassed luminosity, depth of color, UV resistance, humidity resistance, and archival qualities. As soon as you have a liquid paint you need a preservative to keep it from going bad on the shelf - by mixing your own, there's no need for preservatives. Conventional paints are the "fast food" approach that the mainstream paint industry thinks consumers demand, but we believe our customers deserve better.

Where do your pigments come from?
We get our pigments from small quarries in countries across the world, including the USA, France, and Italy, depending on where that color pigment is prevalent in the ground. We manufacture our paints in Ashland, Oregon.

Where do you find the Ultramarine Blue and Ultramarine Purple pigments?
The blue and purple pigments are our only pigments that have been fired and manipulated to get their vibrant color. Each is composed of 90% natural earthen clay and 10% man-made minerals (which are heated in an oven to a high temperature to create their vibrant color.) Throughout history, blues in nature were very rare and usually made with precious stones like Lapis Lazuli. These stones are now unsustainably harvested in Afghanistan, so we have found a beautiful and eco-friendly alternative.

Can I use your pigments to color wax or encaustics?
People commonly use our pigments with wax and encaustics. Anything that you would use regular pigments with you can use our natural pigments as well. They are color stable to heats from 330 degrees to 1100 degrees depending on the color.

Can I use your pigments for modeling clay?
Yes, our natural pigments are safe to use in modeling clay. Be sure to not use the Natural Earth Paint, only pure pigments. We also have a recipe for making natural modeling clay.

Does your Titanium White paint yellow over time?
If your white paint is yellowing, it’s actually the oil that’s turning it yellow, not the pigment itself. Some painters mix Liquid Gold Hempseed Oil or poppyseed oil (since it is the clearest of all oils) with their white pigments only instead of walnut or linseed oil, to stop it from yellowing. Many artists do that for just white. We carry walnut oil because it is less yellowing than linseed oil although linseed oil dries faster which some people prefer.

Mayan Red Pigment

The Mayan Red Pigment is an absolutely brilliant color. I mixed it with walnut oil to paint with. It is also border line warm/cool depending on the other colors around it. It will definitely brighten any palette.

Pigments

Like all your pigments it’s high quality.

Mineral pigments for cast concrete

Hello, I was looking for pigments, suitable for cast concrete.
Not construction concrete, but small garden items, like benches, tables, step stones, mosaics, etc., objects, imitating natural marbles.

And I was looking for such pigments in all sources.

Big-store concrete and stucco pigments are - let me say it - plain vulgar - poisonous single chemical color with no overtones, totally disharmonic in the garden like a sore in the eye, and with extreme limitations in the palette.

That lacking elegance and desire for artistic subtlety led me to NATURAL EARTH PAINT pigment collection, very satisfying in terms of

a) completeness of palette
b) choices of pigment mixing to create complex colors
c) price and delivery terms.

Of course, not all pigments are suitable for the concrete- after all, color must stay intact for a lifetime under exposure to sun, rain, snow, endless freeze-thaw cycle, but most of all - alkaline (pH 13!) chemical nature of the concrete.

After a year of severe testing, I can be very happy with ochres, siennas, ultramarines, umbers, viridian, etc., all from NATURAL EARTH.

And even more: in trials, I made hundreds of samples of concrete color mixes, some from Natural Earth pigment combinations, some from other sources. When I asked AI to optimize the palette for garden applications (object in garden must compliment nature, not suppress it), AI came with selection of 36 color combinations - great majority was sourced in NATURAL EARTH.

Thank you!

I'm so happy I found Natural Earth Paints

I didn't think I would ever be able to use oil paints because the fumes from commercial paints are more than I am willing to deal with. A few weeks ago my art teacher discovered Natural Earth Paints and sent me a link to check them out. After watching all the videos and purchasing pigments, oil and eco-solve I am happy to report that I love these paints. I really like being able to mix my own paints because I can make them however I want them to be, and adjusting them after they are made is super easy. I am obviously new to oil painting, but after two paintings I am very happy and looking forward to many more paintings to come.

Quality paints!

These pigmants are incredibly beautiful and rich. I've bought the entire collection at this point, and exclusively use natural earth paints for my art! Im impressed by the richness and beauty of the pimants. It's a fairly easy process to mix your own paint at home! It can get messy, and it's a little inconsistent. But once you get used to mixing your own paint, the quality is phenomenal! I also like that the consistency of the paints change a little bit. I can alter the consistency intentionally, and do some interesting techniques. The possibilities are limitless. I will forever buy from this company!

Beautiful!

I mixed these with polymerized linseed oil to make non-toxic oil paints. They are so rich and beautiful!

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Mineral pigments for cast concrete

Hello, I was looking for pigments, suitable for cast concrete.
Not construction concrete, but small garden items, like benches, tables, step stones, mosaics, etc., objects, imitating natural marbles.

And I was looking for such pigments in all sources.

Big-store concrete and stucco pigments are - let me say it - plain vulgar - poisonous single chemical color with no overtones, totally disharmonic in the garden like a sore in the eye, and with extreme limitations in the palette.

That lacking elegance and desire for artistic subtlety led me to NATURAL EARTH PAINT pigment collection, very satisfying in terms of

a) completeness of palette
b) choices of pigment mixing to create complex colors
c) price and delivery terms.

Of course, not all pigments are suitable for the concrete- after all, color must stay intact for a lifetime under exposure to sun, rain, snow, endless freeze-thaw cycle, but most of all - alkaline (pH 13!) chemical nature of the concrete.

After a year of severe testing, I can be very happy with ochres, siennas, ultramarines, umbers, viridian, etc., all from NATURAL EARTH.

And even more: in trials, I made hundreds of samples of concrete color mixes, some from Natural Earth pigment combinations, some from other sources. When I asked AI to optimize the palette for garden applications (object in garden must compliment nature, not suppress it), AI came with selection of 36 color combinations - great majority was sourced in NATURAL EARTH.

Thank you!

Quality paints!

These pigmants are incredibly beautiful and rich. I've bought the entire collection at this point, and exclusively use natural earth paints for my art! Im impressed by the richness and beauty of the pimants. It's a fairly easy process to mix your own paint at home! It can get messy, and it's a little inconsistent. But once you get used to mixing your own paint, the quality is phenomenal! I also like that the consistency of the paints change a little bit. I can alter the consistency intentionally, and do some interesting techniques. The possibilities are limitless. I will forever buy from this company!

Very Happy

Recently I completed 4 paintings which were painted with Natural Earth Pigments in oil. It took me a while to transition over to dry pigment and I am so happy I have! Your colors are beautiful and mix so well together. They last a long time as well. After leaving town for a week, I came home to find my mixed paints still moist and ready to use a good two weeks after I had mixed them. I had left them on my paper palette in the plastic palette box, covered them with natural plastic wrap and then put the tight lid on the box. I am thrilled! So much less waste and far less harmful to the environment. I am thrilled!

Beautiful pigments, so pleasant to use!

I make my own watercolor paints and was happy to discover Natural Earth Paint a few years ago. The pigments are rich and beautiful and make truly gorgeous paint. I am a very happy repeat customer! :)

Great kit!

This is probably not at all how most people would use this product or how the company intended but I had bought a mammoth molar that was broken into hundreds of pieces and needed some serious repairs. I needed natural earth colors that mixed in well with my consilidants and this product fit the bill well. For my use the color quality was amazing and I felt the amount of product was very good. All I would say is that I wish the little baggies were resealable.

Love the versatility!

I love that I can buy one pigment and make multiple art supplies with it (and it's non-toxic to boot). So far I've mixed the pigments with the natural acrylik medium and used them for silk painting, thinning the paint slightly with water. I also did a little block printing on the silk using the mixture without thinning it.

I also mixed some water color paints using the recipe in the pigment package, and found that some colors were a little grainy, while others were quite smooth. I purchased the glass plate and muller for better mixing but have yet to try it out.

high quality

I've been painting over 40 years and I've only recently started mixing my own paints. I bought the sample pack to show my class how to mix their own egg tempera for an assignment. I love the palette, but what stands out is the quality of these minerals. So happy I found Natural Earth Paint.

The pigments are great!

I received my order for pigments and was not disappointed. The pigments are just as they promised and are excellent! I will be ordering more soon! Thank you!

I love these!

I paint professionally and I can’t get enough of these pigments! I used mine to make watercolors with gum Arabic and honey. The colors are intense and gorgeous and I feel so connected to history when I mix these paints. I made a palette with an upcycled vintage tin and added shells to hold the paint. I am smitten! Thank you!

Stunning colors

As someone who has dug clays and used them as paints, I was stunned by how beautiful these Earth Paints are. They are a joy to just look at. And the variety of colors amazed me. I can’t wait to get all of them made up and start blending. Much better than anything I did. Also, the package arrived quickly and was exactly as ordered and beautifully packaged.

Mayan Red Pigment

The Mayan Red Pigment is an absolutely brilliant color. I mixed it with walnut oil to paint with. It is also border line warm/cool depending on the other colors around it. It will definitely brighten any palette.

Pigments

Like all your pigments it’s high quality.

I'm so happy I found Natural Earth Paints

I didn't think I would ever be able to use oil paints because the fumes from commercial paints are more than I am willing to deal with. A few weeks ago my art teacher discovered Natural Earth Paints and sent me a link to check them out. After watching all the videos and purchasing pigments, oil and eco-solve I am happy to report that I love these paints. I really like being able to mix my own paints because I can make them however I want them to be, and adjusting them after they are made is super easy. I am obviously new to oil painting, but after two paintings I am very happy and looking forward to many more paintings to come.

Beautiful!

I mixed these with polymerized linseed oil to make non-toxic oil paints. They are so rich and beautiful!

Careful, you might get addicted!

I used my pigments for the first time and my only regret is that I didn't just get the sample pack to start with. A little bit goes a long way, and the first color I tested with was so lovely now I want them all!

Vibrant and high quality

These pigments are so vibrant. I was stunned by how beautiful and finely ground they are. They're perfect!
And I love that there was a zero waste option <3. That's so unique and exactly why I love this company.

So much fun!

Just starting to make my own watercolor paints

I started to make my own paint because metallics are so expensive so I thought maybe I can make it myself. Now after making backgrounds I find another reason. Store bought professional paints add a lot of other stuff to the paint and it makes light colors like buff when it is painted as a wash to me practically none existent on the watercolor paper. I intend to make all my water color paints from here on out.

Get SUPER CREATIVE with these high quality pigments

EXCELLENT way to dip your toe into earth pigments. Dry finely ground so super easy to make your own paints, washes, with a water, oil, glue, plaster…whatever! Great value for the money!

Good Range of Colors of Finely Ground Pigments

Lovely finely ground range of dry pigments.

Great for watercolor paint

These pigments are great to use for watercolor paints. It’s the best price for the most variety of natural earth pigments if you don’t need a lot of pigment.Each package contains about 2 tsp of pigment, which can make about 6 half pans of watercolor paints (give or take). Most colors are a strong pigment, others are not very strong just because of their makeup.Each package is labeled with its name, also DickBlick sells this and you can look on their website if you are interested in additional pigment information.This is a fun but messy project to make your own paints.I even used these pigments along with tube watercolor paints where I wanted to change the color and it works great.

Great product

Loved everything about this product. It was perfect for making my egg tempera paint. Mixed super well and I enjoyed testing all the colors. I highly recommend.

Nice

Great set for making your own paints

Gold Mica is wonderful way to gild

When I don't have the money for gold leaf, this is an excellent alternative. I mix in a bit of gold ochre to tone down the mica to look more balanced. I really love it!

Great base for my beginning palatte

Beautiful pigment! I am so excited to begin my icon of Our Lady of Sorrows!

Great for encaustics

I got these to try in encaustic medium. They mix well and are vibrant 😊

Why Natural Earth Paint

SAFE
&
SUSTAINABLE

Paint without worry. Our colors are free from harmful chemicals, safe for you and the Earth.
ZERO WASTE
&
ZERO WORRY

We care for the planet. Our solar-powered facilities and biodegradable packaging ensure zero waste.
INNOVATIVE
&
UNMATCHED

Experience the best in eco-friendly art supplies. Unique products you won’t find anywhere else.
PROFESSIONAL
&
HIGH QUALITY

Enjoy vibrant, high-quality pigments. Handcrafted in small batches for the best results.

Earth & Mineral Pigments Sample Pack (20 colors)

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