Artisan Water Mixable Oil Colour has been specifically developed to appear and work just like conventional oil colour. The key difference between Artisan and conventional oils is their ability to clean up with water. Hazardous solvents are not necessary for artisans and artists can enjoy a safer painting environment, making it ideal for artists who share a work space, schools or painting at home.

Artisan has the buttery consistency expected from a Winsor & Newton oil colour, a consistency that is a careful balance between the pigment and the oils used in the formulation (modified linseed and safflower). This is the traditional consistency of oil colours, and as such, allows the artist a broader variety of techniques. Using Artisan oils, mediums, and varnishes with Winsor & Newton Artisan Water Mixable Oil Colours will ensure the resulting combination continues to be water-mixable.