BirdMember Colors - October, November, December 2024.
If you're reading this, you FINALLY got the colors for October, November and December. I'm so sorry it took forever. With being sick multiple times, to postal strikes and the December rush, I didn't feel secure enough to send them out and possible making mistakes or worse, packages getting lost in all the Christmas chaos.
Therefore, I wanted to make these paints extra exclusive. And as you can guess from the packaging, these are made of GEMSTONES. Thulite, Green Opalite and Chromite.
Before you start painting, please know that gemstone pigments need a lot of water and a lot of patience to activate. Basically they're hard as rock and the color will start very subtle. You might need multiple layers of paint to get it more vibrant.
Read more about the pigments below.
Happy Painting!
Thulite: The Mineral Behind Natural Pink Pigments
Thulite is an eye-catching mineral known for its bright pink or reddish colors. This pretty stone is a type of zoisite, and its unique color comes from tiny amounts of manganese in it. Thulite is found in Norway and some other parts of the world, and it’s been admired for years for its cheerful, natural beauty.
But thulite isn’t just for looks! When ground into a fine powder, thulite becomes an amazing source of natural pink pigments that artists can use. These pigments are special because they’re completely natural and bring a unique touch to art. Whether it’s used to paint flowers, sunsets, or anything else that calls for a lovely pink, thulite pigments make artwork stand out.
Green Opalite
Green Opalite is a beautiful stone with soft, calm green shades that look almost like glass. This mineral is found in different places around the world and is admired not only for its pretty appearance but also for what it can do. It’s not just for decoration—it has a cool use in making natural paint pigments!
When Green Opalite is ground into a fine powder, it becomes a source of lovely green colors that artists love to use. These natural pigments are special because they come straight from nature, not a factory. The greens from Green Opalite are perfect for painting pictures of trees, plants, or anything inspired by the outdoors.
To turn Green Opalite into paint, people carefully crush the mineral into a very smooth powder. This process keeps the color bright and smooth, so it’s easy to use in art projects. The pigments can also be added to clay or ceramics to make pottery look extra beautiful.
Artists like using Green Opalite because it adds a real, natural touch to their work. The green color reminds people of nature and brings a feeling of peace and growth to their creations. It’s not just about making something look nice; it’s about showing the beauty of the earth in their art.
Green Opalite isn’t just a rock—it’s a way to bring nature into art. When artists use it, they’re showing how we can use the earth’s materials in a respectful and creative way. It’s amazing how this mineral can go from a piece of stone to a tool for making something truly special!
Chromite: A Special Mineral for Deep, Natural Black Colors
Chromite is a fascinating mineral that’s known for its dark, shiny appearance. This mineral is made of chromium and iron, giving it a metallic black look. Found in many parts of the world, chromite is not only important for industrial uses like making stainless steel but also for its role in art as a source of natural black pigments.
This natural pigment is great for creating bold lines, shadows, and contrast in paintings. Because it’s a mineral, chromite offers a more earthy, authentic black compared to synthetic pigments.
This version has a little blue mixed in. Making the color a deep, moody granulating black/blue.
