Metallic effect pigments significantly reduce flow-line visibility on glossy plastic surfaces

Metallic effects on plastic surfaces have become standard in many industries, from automotive interiors and exteriors to toys ...
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Powdered Pigments: Three Centuries of Pastel Drawings

First used during the Renaissance, pastels have long been a staple in artist studios. "Powdered Pigments" brings together 30 outstanding examples from the Museum’s collection. First used during the ...
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Harvard Art Museums study the history of pigments

JUST BEYOND THE SERENE INTERIOR, A BACK WALL AWASH IN VIBRANT, SOMETIMES MUTED AND OFTEN MESMERIZING COLORS. AN ENCHANTMENT OF MORE THAN 3000 POWDERED PIGMENTS, BUT THIS IS NOT AN EXHIBIT. IT IS A ...
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Low-cost synthesis of pearlescent pigments achieved using vanadium phosphates

Thanks to their special iridescence and unmatched beauty, pearls have been highly sought after throughout history. Due to their rarity and demand, the development of pearlescent pigments to mimic the ...
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Natural Pigments in Architecture: Sources, Applications and Why to Use Them

In the face of a climate emergency, various fields are under pressure to reformulate their operations and actions, and architecture is no exception. After all, the built environment and the ...