Precision Meets Passion in Every Tube of Color
Tusc & Pine Artists' Oil Paints were developed one color at a time with a clear mission—to create a professional-grade paint that elevates the experience for those who truly love to paint. Handcrafted in small batches in North Carolina, each color is mixed and milled to bring out the unique qualities of its pigment. Using a state-of-the-art, computer-automated triple roller mill, every color is processed with a custom milling routine, ensuring unmatched consistency, texture, and color integrity across the entire line. It’s a fusion of old-world craftsmanship and modern precision that has never been done before.
Made with the maximum pigment load and no unnecessary additives, these colors are rich, luminous, and highly responsive whether you’re painting a vibrant sunset or delicate atmospheric glazes. The alkali-refined linseed oil binder offers a creamy texture and excellent lightfastness while helping reduce yellowing over time. With hand-painted labels, globally sourced pigments, and a dedication to quality from start to finish, Tusc & Pine offers artists the tools they need to create with intention, clarity, and joy—no matter their subject or style.
Key Features:
- Small batch, handcrafted oil colors made in North Carolina
- High-tech, precision milling tailored to each pigment
- Maximum pigment load with no unnecessary additives
- Rich, creamy consistency with excellent lightfastness
- Alkali refined linseed oil binder for stability and brilliance
- Hand-painted labels show the true color of each paint
Perfect For:
- Professional oil painters and pigment purists
- Plein air and alla prima techniques
- Vibrant landscapes, portraits, and natural subjects
- Creating rich glazes and atmospheric transitions
- Traditional and contemporary painting methods
- Use with StudioSolv for a safer, modern studio setup
What sets Tusc and Pine oil paints apart from other brands?
Tusc and Pine oil paints are crafted in small batches using premium, finely milled pigments and cold-pressed linseed oil. Our focus is on purity, permanence, and painterly richness—each tube is made to deliver exceptional color fidelity and buttery consistency.
Are your oil paints lightfast and archival?
Yes. Every pigment we use is tested for lightfastness and permanence. Tusc and Pine paints are designed to retain their vibrancy and integrity over time, making them suitable for gallery work and long-term collections.
Can I use your paints for both traditional and contemporary techniques?
Absolutely. Whether you're working alla prima, glazing, or building heavy impasto textures, our oil paints offer versatility, ideal viscosity, and exceptional blending ability to support a wide range of painting styles.
Do you offer solvent-free or eco-conscious options?
While our paints use traditional linseed oil bases for maximum performance, we encourage safe studio practices and offer guidance for solvent-free painting setups using compatible mediums like walnut oil or eco-friendly brush cleaners.
Where are Tusc and Pine paints made?
Our paints are handmade in the USA, where we oversee every step of production—from pigment sourcing to packaging—to ensure quality and consistency worthy of your canvas.
