In this video I’m digging into a problem that drives me absolutely nuts: fugitive pigments being sold with “lightfast” ratings that don’t match real-world results. I share my fade test comparisons on a group of oranges/reds that include PO64 issues (and similar problem colors) from brands like Schmincke (Saturn Red), White Nights (Orange and Peach), plus Rembrandt, Roman Szmal, and a Winsor & Newton Cadmium Free Orange comparison. I’m showing what I saw in my swatches and demos, and why some of these colors can look amazing at first… and then quietly shift or disappear with light exposure. I also talk about how lightfast ratings get presented (and sometimes manipulated) using different systems like the Blue Wool Scale and ASTM, and why you’ll see confusing labels that make a color sound safer than it is. My big takeaway is that you can’t rely on a single number on a tube—especially when the pigment itself has a known history. If you care about longevity, you need to check the pigment code, look for independent testing, and be willing to swap a “pretty but risky” color for a more stable alternative when it matters.