True color. Real value.
Gamblin 1980 Oil Colors were developed to provide artists with authentic oil painting performance at an accessible price. Made with the same commitment to quality found in Gamblin's Artist's Oil Colors, the 1980 range uses pure pigments, refined linseed oil, and marble dust (calcium carbonate) to create rich, vibrant colors with excellent working properties.
Unlike some economical oil paints that rely on gels, waxes, or excessive fillers to alter consistency, Gamblin 1980 Oil Colors are formulated using traditional materials that have been trusted by artists for centuries. The result is clean color mixing, reliable pigment strength, and a natural oil paint feel that performs beautifully in both studio and classroom settings.
Every color is mixed, milled, filled, and labeled with the same care that Gamblin brings to its professional artist materials.
Features
- Artist-quality oil paint
- Made with pure pigments
- Refined linseed oil binder
- Traditional oil paint formulation
- Excellent color mixing
- Rich, vibrant color
- Smooth handling
- Consistent working properties
- Affordable professional quality
- Made by Gamblin Artist Colors
Available Sizes
Ideal For
- Oil painting
- Fine art
- Studio work
- Color studies
- Landscape painting
- Portrait painting
- Figure painting
- Art students
- Professional artists
- Classroom instruction
Traditional Oil Paint Performance
Gamblin 1980 Oil Colors are formulated with:
- Pure pigments
- Refined linseed oil
- Calcium carbonate (marble dust)
These traditional ingredients help provide the responsive handling and color quality artists expect from professional oil paints.
Clean, Accurate Color Mixing
Because the colors are formulated with quality pigments rather than excessive fillers:
- Colors remain vibrant when mixed
- Mixtures stay cleaner and more predictable
- Pigment character remains visible
- Color relationships are easier to control
Ideal for artists learning color theory as well as experienced painters.
Smooth Working Properties
Artists appreciate Gamblin 1980 for its:
- Creamy consistency
- Easy brush handling
- Reliable coverage
- Responsive blending
- Traditional oil paint feel
Suitable for both direct painting and layered techniques.
Great for Students & Professionals
Students
- Learn professional painting techniques
- Practice color mixing
- Build foundational skills
Experienced Artists
- Large-scale projects
- Underpainting
- Studio production work
- Everyday painting sessions
The balance of quality and value makes Gamblin 1980 a popular choice at every skill level.
Why Choose Gamblin 1980?
Gamblin's philosophy is simple:
- Pure pigments
- Traditional ingredients
- Honest color
- Exceptional value
This approach delivers dependable oil colors without sacrificing the painting experience.
