Matisse Studio Acrylic Paint 120ml - Lemon Yellow

Lemon Yellow, part of the Matisse Studio Series 1 collection, is a bright, clean greenish-yellow that adds vibrant light and life to any palette. Chemically composed of Arylide Yellow and Titanium Dioxide, this modern pigment offers a fresh alternative to historical formulations that once risked discolouration.

Its origin story dates back to the late 18th century, when chemist Louis Vauquelin’s discovery of chromium led to the creation of several yellow pigments marketed as "Lemon Yellow." These early colours though valued by artists like Monet and Manet were unstable. In contrast, today’s Matisse Lemon Yellow maintains a high degree of transparency, tinting strength, and ASTM II lightfastness, making it a dependable and versatile choice.

This colour is particularly effective in glazing techniques, where its luminous transparency can evoke sunlight, atmosphere, or delicate highlights. When mixed with warm reds like Cadmium Red, it produces glowing oranges; when paired with blues like Phthalo Blue or Cerulean, it yields brilliant natural greens. Add Titanium White to create soft buttery pastel tones perfect for floral, landscape, or figurative works.

Lemon Yellow is a go-to pigment for artists who need precision, clarity, and brilliance ideal for anything from bold modern abstracts to classical plein air landscapes.