We invited Barbara Diethelm, owner of Lascaux Colours & Restauro, to the Jackson’s studio to talk about the company’s history and philosophy, the exceptional standards of their water-based paints, and their strong relationship with professional art restorers.
0:00 Introduction
0:25 When and how did Lascaux begin?
1:07 The name Lascaux evokes the prehistoric cave paintings found in southwestern France. Why is it important?
1:53 Lascaux has been associated with some important artists of the mid-twentieth century. How did they inform the birth of the company?
4:33 Why does Lascaux focus on water-based systems? Why not make oil paints as well?
5:20 Lascaux is committed to a holistic company philosophy. To what extent do these principles flow into your daily work?
6:14 Each Lascaux colour can contain up to 20 different ingredients. Why is this?
6:48 Many of your paints are weather-resistant, could you tell us more about this level of quality in your paint production?
7:58 What different needs do restorers and fine artists have, and how do you cater for them both?
9:48 How does Lascaux ensure the environmental sustainability of their artist materials?
10:38 You are an artist yourself. How does this inform your philosophy of colour making?
12:24 You set up the Lascaux Foundation in 2004. Could you tell us more about the vision the foundation has?
13:18 What does the future hold for Lascaux?
13:35 Credits
Further Reading
Preparatory Drawing Methods for Painting
Recreating the Colour Palette of Winifred Nicholson
Exploring the Impact of the Victorian Colour Revolution
Art Terms Explained: Oil Painting
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1 thought on “In Conversation with Barbara Diethelm, Owner of Lascaux Colours & Restauro”
A very interesting conversation…to learn
about the technical/evironmental aspects of
paints, together with the spiritual/emotional
impact of colour as it is used in art and life…
Thank you Barbara Diethelm.
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