Unearth the blue
of emperors.

Master the ancient Levigation craft and create luminous gemstone paint with genuine Sar-e-Sang Lapis Lazuli.

What brings you to De Mairo Atelier today?

Master the art of mulling genuine Lapis Lazuli pigment
Learn traditional egg tempera and historical binder chemistry
Explore meditative gemstone art and mindful creation
Equip my studio with professional mineral pigments and tools
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The Ancient Art of Gemstone Paint-Making

Guided by the guardians of a
vanishing craft

Every session is led by hand — from raw stone to finished pigment — drawing on techniques 

refined over two decades at De Mairo.

Meet Your Guides

Learn from the masters of
natural pigment

Our instructors aren't just teachers — they're the practitioners who spend
their days mastering the chemistry of raw gemstone art.

Irfan Qureshi

25+ years reviving Renaissance-era pigment-making by hand, sourcing genuine lapis lazuli from the Sar-e-Sang mines of Badakhshan. Every session is guided personally.

Amrita

With over eight years of teaching experience, Amrita specializes in calligraphy, watercolour, acrylic painting, and mixed media. Her warm, encouraging teaching style helps children build confidence 

Mehwish

Mehwish is a Canada-based artist whose lifelong love of colour and traditional art led her to the world of Arabic calligraphy. Born in Saudi Arabia, she was inspired from childhood by the magnificent Qur’anic inscriptions 
A Colour Worth Chasing

Turn yourself into Vincent van Gogh

Paint with the pure, unyielding blues of history's greatest masterpieces.

Podcast & Lecture Series

Discover the knowledge, techniques, and materials that shaped the masterpieces of history through our growing collection of educational resources.

Video Lecture Series

Watch free demonstrations, expert discussions, historical insights, and practical tutorials on traditional art materials and craftsmanship.

Learning Library

Explore articles, guides, artist resources, pigment history, and traditional techniques that expand your knowledge beyond the classroom.

Masterclass Catalogue

Browse our complete collection of immersive workshops, certification courses, and hands-on learning experiences in traditional arts.

Certificate awards

Boost your confidence, master the field, become a certified professional.
From the Studio

Watch the process

A closer look at each workshop, straight from the studio floor.


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Learn the Art of Making

Learn the tools used by the world's top professionals
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Develop your professional skills

Learn how to create amazing products
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The secrets of language

The skills you need to become a real professional
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Become a better professional

Boost your confidence, master the field
THE DEMAIRO DIFFERENCE

Learn the Art Behind the World's
Finest Pigments

At De Mairo Academy, education goes beyond painting. Discover centuries-old techniques, work with genuine natural pigments,
and learn directly from artisans dedicated to preserving the traditions of historical art.

Authentic Materials

Experience the same natural minerals and historical ingredients once treasured by Renaissance masters. Every course is built around genuine craftsmanship—not imitation.

Small Studio Classes

Enjoy an intimate learning environment with small class sizes, personalized guidance, and meaningful interaction with experienced instructors.

Learn by Creating

Grind gemstones, prepare traditional binders, mix your own paints, and create artworks using techniques practiced for centuries through guided, hands-on instruction.
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What Artists Are Saying

Artists Share Their Journey

Reviews from artists who paint with De Mairo's genuine Lapis Lazuli pigment.

DeMairo Academy has been able to earn my respect and confidence in a very short time by virtue of the hard work they're putting in. There's a lot of admiration out there and people really appreciate the added value they've brought.
Nick Davis
I’m fortunate to have been part of DeMairo Academy and really happy to see outstanding work done by them. Courses that truly work for the upliftment and betterment of the students. The teachers have dedication towards their work and their students.
PETER STOBBARD
DeMairo Academy's courses are different and fun. All kinds of doubts are patiently solved irrespective of the class or age of the student. It offered the great opportunity to learn from and share expertise with people from around the globe. Commendable effort and thank you to the entire team.
DANIELLA MORIS
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PRESERVING TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Where Ancient Craftsmanship Meets Modern Learning

Learn with authentic Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Red Jasper, Yellow Jasper, natural gums, and traditional binders.
Discover levigation, pigment grinding, mulling, colour preparation, egg tempera, and historical paint-making methods.
Study with artists and craftspeople who actively manufacture premium gemstone pigments and traditional art materials.
Continue expanding your knowledge through advanced workshops, educational resources, studio events, and exclusive masterclasses.

Want to get involved?

Join us now and build your future with us.
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