Ultramarine Blue

The Art Supplies Experts

In this episode, Trevor and Alice explore the history, composition, and fascinating facts of Ultramarine Blue.

They discuss its origins from natural Lapis Lazuli, through the invention of its synthetic counterpart, to its use in significant artworks. They navigate technical characteristics, pigment naming conventions, and the evolution of this vivid, deep blue colour.

Fun historical nuggets and technical insights make this episode perfect for anyone keen on art supplies or the science behind colours.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup

00:54 Podcast Production Insights

01:58 Welcome to the Art Supplies Experts Podcast

02:50 Exploring Ultramarine Blue

03:34 Visualizing Ultramarine Blue

04:56 Colour Wheel

05:40 Colour Wheel Close-up

05:51 Understanding Pigment Naming and Standards

07:18 Natural vs. Synthetic Ultramarine

08:20 The Colour Index and Paint Quality

09:49 Chemical Formula

12:41 Historical Use and Fun Facts

16:23 The Invention of Synthetic Ultramarine

19:16 Technical Characteristics and Ancient History

20:52 Famous Paintings and Forgeries

23:36 Girl with a Pearl Earring

25:12 The Umbrellas

25:21 Van Gogh

25:49 Conclusion and Farewell

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The background music is "Sweet Release" by Dan Lebowitz.