21/09/2026
Introducing Algae Black.
A new black. A different way of thinking about colour.
At Langridge, we’re always exploring new materials that can expand the possibilities for artists. Our latest discovery comes from Living Ink Technologies, who have developed a remarkable black pigment made from renewable algae waste.
Rather than relying on petroleum-derived carbon black, Living Ink transforms leftover algae biomass into a high-performance black pigment, capturing carbon and giving waste a valuable new purpose.
We’re delighted to introduce Algae Black to our Professional Fluid Acrylic range.
Why Algae Black?
• Made from 100% renewable algae waste feedstock.
• 200% reduction in carbon emissions. Captures more carbon than it emits during production, making it a carbon-negative product.
• PAH-free and a plant-based alternative to petroleum-derived black pigment.
And importantly, this is still about making a proper artists’ paint. We want new materials to earn their place in the studio through performance, not just their story.
A note on the carbon claim: the carbon-negative designation applies to the pigment, not the finished Langridge Fluid Acrylic paint.
We’re not claiming to have solved the environmental challenges of making artists’ materials. We’re taking a practical step towards reducing our reliance on fossil-fuel-derived colourants.
One pigment. One colour. One step at a time.
Detailed information on Algae Pigment in the Resources section of the Langridge website.
