At Rivarossa Botanicals, every piece we create is a story of transformation. Our new natural pigment paint sets are no exception. Each paint pot is not only a celebration of nature’s beauty but also a reflection of the seasons, the environment, and the principles of sustainability that guide every step of our work.

From Earth to Art: The Magic of Natural Pigments

Natural pigments are inherently tied to the seasons. The changing weather, plants, and landscapes determine what materials can be sourced, transformed, and preserved for our paints. During certain times of the year, vibrant botanicals like coreopsis, cosmos, or marigolds give us brilliant yellows and oranges. In other months, we look to the earthy tones of clay, sand, and eucalyptus leaves. Even exhausted dye baths, used in our natural dye workshops, are given a second life, providing subtle hues and unexpected depth to our paint sets.

It’s a slow process that demands patience and connection to the natural world. Each pigment is ground, mixed, and tested over several days, allowing us to celebrate the unique tones the seasons offer. No two batches are ever the same, making every set of paints truly one-of-a-kind.

Sustainability at the Heart of Every Creation

At Rivarossa Botanicals, we embrace a “no waste” approach, ensuring that every material has a purpose – often more than one!

• Exhausted Dye Baths: After being used to dye silk scarves or linen, these baths are carefully saved and transformed into pigments for paint. While the colors are softer, they carry the memory of their first purpose, layering depth and meaning into your art.

• Clay and Sand: Sourced with care, local clay and sand bring natural earth tones into our palette. The beauty lies in their simplicity and the connection they provide to the land.

• Shell Paint Pots: Each shell is hand-collected from the beach, cleaned, and transformed into a paint pot. Rather than using plastic or disposable containers, these shells carry a sense of place and history, and they’re paired with magnets to sit securely in reusable metal tins. Every shell of paint tells a story – be a part of that story with your creations.

• Leftover Materials: Scraps of dyed fabric become bookmarks, ribbons, or swatches. Botanical waste is composted to nourish the garden, where future dye plants grow. Nothing goes to waste – every piece finds a new life.

This circular approach to creativity ensures that our work is not just about making art, but about honoring the environment and materials that make it possible.

Longevity of Natural Pigments

When working with natural pigments, it’s important to embrace their organic nature. Unlike synthetic paints, natural pigments evolve over time. Colors might soften or deepen, adding character to your art as it ages – much like a beautifully worn piece of vintage fabric.

Here are a few tips for caring for your natural pigment art:

1. Keep Away from Direct Sunlight: UV rays can fade natural pigments faster, so display artwork thoughtfully.

2. Seal Your Work: For pieces you want to preserve, use a gentle fixative or sealer appropriate for natural paints.

3. Embrace the Process: Natural pigments tell a story that continues long after the paint dries. Their subtle shifts in color over time make them even more special and unique.

By using materials from the earth, we are reminded of nature’s impermanence – but also its ability to transform, inspire, and surprise us.

The Beauty of Slow Art

Our natural pigment paints are not rushed. Each batch takes days to mix, test, and refine. This slow process is intentional. It allows us to honor the materials, the seasons, and the time it takes for something beautiful to emerge.

Whether you’re painting landscapes, journaling, or exploring new creative ideas, these paints connect you to the land, the seasons, and the art of slowing down. With each brushstroke, you’re engaging with colors that carry a story – from the garden, the beach, and the dye pot, straight into your hands.

Join Us on the Journey

By choosing our natural pigment paints, you’re not only supporting sustainable artistry but also becoming part of a larger story – one that celebrates nature, creativity, and mindful living.

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Let’s honour the beauty of the natural world, one paint pot at a time. 🌿🎨