In the mid-1980s Carl Plansky began making paint for himself and his friends in the Williamsburg neighbourhood of Brooklyn, New York. Williamsburg’s oil paints accumulated a following and international presence while preserving the handmade integrity of the paint. Each colour is ground to enhance the beauty and luminosity specific to that particular pigment. Some colours will feel slightly gritty, others extremely smooth.

Step into the vibrant world of Williamsburg oil paint, a cherished legacy born in the heart of Brooklyn, New York, in the mid-1980s by the visionary artist Carl Plansky. What began as a personal endeavour to craft paints for himself and his community burgeoned into a global phenomenon, with Williamsburg oil paints garnering acclaim for their unparalleled quality and artisanal integrity. Nestled in the eclectic neighbourhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, these paints embody the essence of handmade excellence, meticulously crafted with pure, premium ingredients. Each hue is infused with the rich heritage of traditional craftsmanship, meticulously blended with alkali-refined, pH-balanced linseed oil to ensure optimal performance and longevity.