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Oil paint: simple in appearance, yet one of the most expensive art materials in the world. A single liter of high-quality oil paint can cost hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars.

But why? In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of pigments, centuries-old traditions, scientific testing, and the craftsmanship that goes into every tube. From lapis lazuli to synthetic lab pigments, discover what truly makes oil paint so valuable — and why artists still swear by it today.

🎨 Whether you're an artist, art lover, or just curious about the history and science of color, this video breaks it all down in a clear and captivating way.

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Time Stamp:
00:00 Why oil paint is so expensive
00:21 The cost of pigments
00:30 Common vs. rare pigments
00:40 Ultramarine blue from lapis lazuli
00:52 Ultramarine was more valuable than gold
01:01 Used for Virgin Mary’s robes in Renaissance
01:04 Strange pigment sources
01:06 Indian Yellow from cow urine
01:15 Mummy Brown from actual mummies
01:22 Searching far and wide for color
01:29 Today’s synthetic pigments
01:35 Why lab pigments still cost a lot
01:44 Quinacridone: from cars to canvas
01:59 Paint production is complex
02:08 Mixing pigments and oil precisely
02:16 Too much or too little oil = problems
02:23 Importance of balance
02:25 Winsor & Newton’s traditional methods
02:34 Grinding and milling pigments
02:39 Takes days or weeks to finish
02:42 Each pigment needs unique treatment
02:47 Carefully controlling each batch
02:52 Paints are tested to last centuries
02:57 Prevent fading over time
03:01 Testing for lightfastness
03:08 How oil reacts with pigments
03:15 Months or years of testing
03:22 Old paintings still look vibrant
03:29 Long-lasting = highly respected
03:33 Oil paint dries slowly
03:38 Unlike acrylics — oils take days
03:44 Slow drying gives artists flexibility
03:49 More time to blend and fix
03:56 Rework areas until they’re perfect
04:02 Richness and depth of oil paint
04:06 Natural glow and vibrancy
04:11 Layering creates 3D depth
04:17 Why great masters chose oil
04:24 Student-grade vs professional-grade
04:28 Cheaper paints = less pigment
04:33 Practice vs performance
04:36 Pro-grade has pure pigment
04:42 Why it's more expensive
04:45 So many color options today
04:54 Some pigments made in small batches
04:56 Limited supply increases price
05:00 $50 paint tubes explained
05:03 You're paying for more than paint
05:08 Scientific research + rarity
05:12 Long-lasting, high-quality results
05:16 Oil paint = more than just paint
05:19 A mix of art, science & history
05:25 Why artists still value oil paint today