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Red ochre is one of the oldest and most widely used pigments in the world and its abundant here in Wales...

From the bones of the Red Lady of Paviland to a newly discovered red pigment in Six Bells, award-winning Poet and Producer, Stuart Russell, examines the history and mythology surrounding the use of the colour red, revealing more about the colours close association with Welsh culture & identity.

Stuart uncovers the value placed on pigments throughout history, traces the colours roots in rugby and Welsh language, reveals reds association with family and outlines the creative possibility that comes from digging up sludge.

Includes contributions from: Artist & Designer, Hannah Elizabeth Jones | National Poet of Wales, Ifor ap Glyn | Musician, Jobina Tinnemans | Archaeologist, Professor Miranda Aldhouse-Green | Artist, Onya McCausland | Artist, Shani Rhys James MBE | Author of 'Red: The Art & Science of a Colour', Dr Spike Bucklow.

Cover illustration by Mariah Birsak.
Written, presented and produced by Stuart Russell.