Colour begins with material: the particles, binders and surfaces that give it depth and character. A small sample can open up a much larger idea.
Pigments, finishes and responsive colour
Explore natural and specialist pigments, surface colour and responsive effects. The choice depends on the appearance you want and how the material will be used.
How we can help
Come to us for one part of the process or a project that brings several together. These are some of the ways we can work with pigments & colour.
Worldwide sourcing
Find natural and specialist pigments, colourants and responsive materials through suppliers worldwide. A brief could involve a mineral blue, an earth palette or a colour-changing effect.
Consultation & material direction
Explore colour, surface and material behaviour together. We can help define the desired effect and arrange samples to test in your intended binder, coating or application.
Design & development
Develop colour palettes, sample boards and experimental finishes around an object, interior or artwork. We can work with specialists to turn a visual reference into a practical material direction.
Art & installations
Develop installations where colour or a responsive surface is part of the experience. Oliver’s work through SFXC on the heat-sensitive floor for Tania Bruguera’s Tate Modern commission informs this approach.
Manufacturing & supply
Coordinate trials, formulation development and production with suitable specialist partners. We can work through sample approval, application methods, quantities and repeat supply around the brief.
Our own collections
Supply available materials from our pigment collection and help select pieces from our wider collections around your palette. Ask about samples, quantities and the colours currently available.
Start with a material.
Share your colour reference, intended binder or surface and approximate quantity. We can discuss sample testing and suitable options before you commit.
Material notes
A starting point for your idea.
A single piece, a collection or something made to your brief. Share your references and we can explore the next step together.
Discuss your project