Liquitex Basics Acrylic

Liquitex is a globally recognized brand in the world of fine arts, specifically credited with inventing the first water-based acrylic paint in 1955. The 'Basics' line is a student-grade series designed to provide dependable performance at a lower cost, making it popular in academic and beginner settings.

Liquitex was founded in the United States by Henry Levison via his company, Permanent Pigments. Over the decades, the brand has grown into a leader of the art supply industry. Today, Liquitex is part of the Colart Group, which is owned by the Swedish industrial holding company Lindéngruppen. While the brand has American roots, its high-performance paints are primarily manufactured in France, where Colart maintains its main production facilities for leading art brands.