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Perylene Red
Synthetic Iron Oxide Red
This interestingly named paint is actually a deep red. It’s a blend of PR149, which is a transparent crimson, and a red earth, PR101. There appears to be a lighter and darker version of PR149, as Winsor and Newton sells a light and deep single pigment version of this color. (See Winsor Red and Winsor Red Deep). Note that PR149 is only part of the structure of this blend, so this Blockx color will differ from single-pigment formulations.
A general note on binding oils: some of the paints in Blockx’s range are bound in linseed oil and some are bound in poppyseed oil. An artist should educate themselves on the benefits and drawbacks of both oils. In general, linseed oil tends to form strong paint films, and poppyseed oil is not known for this. Linseed oil tends to yellow, and one of the main draws to poppyseed oil is that it resists yellowing to an amazing degree. However in some cases there are reports of problems with drying that are associated with poppyseed oil. Please research both oils so that you know what is right for your art practice. Blockx’s range is a gorgeously chromatic and unique addition to the world of oil paints, and we especially love their non-yellowing formulations in blues and purples.
