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Sandy Own Crafts
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Приєднався 7 бер 2022
Welcome to Sandy Own Crafts!
Here you'll find quick and fun videos with paper craft tutorials you can do yourself.
Easy step by step how to projects for anyone who loves to be creative and know how much more valuable a handmade piece of art is.
If you like my videos, please subscribe!
Here you'll find quick and fun videos with paper craft tutorials you can do yourself.
Easy step by step how to projects for anyone who loves to be creative and know how much more valuable a handmade piece of art is.
If you like my videos, please subscribe!
I Made my own 18 watercolor set from Red, Yellow and Blue
I'm making 18 colors from the 3 primary colors to create my own watercolor palette!
Thank you for watching!
✅ Stuff I use:
* Daniel Smith Essentials watercolor set: amzn.to/3OdTGUx
* Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1
* Heat Gun for Crafts: amzn.to/459CKF6
✅ My filming gear:
* Canon M50 Mark II: amzn.to/3DQM5FB
* Canon M200: amzn.to/3TZf5T1
* Samsung A52: amzn.to/3fLbtVg
* Rode Mic: amzn.to/3Uj09OR
* Neewer Soft Box Lighting Kit: amzn.to/3DStY2t
Please know that most of the projects I do on this channel were not originally created by me. I'm either using templates I find online or taking inspiration from awesome watercolor artists. I do not sell any of the art I make, I'm merely trying to help you improve and, when you're starting out, taking inspiration from other artists to train really is the best way to go.
Music from UA-cam Audio Library.
Disclosure: this page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Thank you for watching!
✅ Stuff I use:
* Daniel Smith Essentials watercolor set: amzn.to/3OdTGUx
* Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1
* Heat Gun for Crafts: amzn.to/459CKF6
✅ My filming gear:
* Canon M50 Mark II: amzn.to/3DQM5FB
* Canon M200: amzn.to/3TZf5T1
* Samsung A52: amzn.to/3fLbtVg
* Rode Mic: amzn.to/3Uj09OR
* Neewer Soft Box Lighting Kit: amzn.to/3DStY2t
Please know that most of the projects I do on this channel were not originally created by me. I'm either using templates I find online or taking inspiration from awesome watercolor artists. I do not sell any of the art I make, I'm merely trying to help you improve and, when you're starting out, taking inspiration from other artists to train really is the best way to go.
Music from UA-cam Audio Library.
Disclosure: this page may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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How to fix watercolor paper that buckles like a PRO artist
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How to get watercolor paper flat and what to do when your watercolor paper buckles. Watercolor paper buckling or warping is very common but it's also easy to fix no matter what brand of watercolor paper you're using. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Set: amzn.to/3ToE1ET * Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1 * Heat Gun for Crafts: amzn.to/459CKF...
Why your watercolor paintings look AMATEUR and how to FIX them
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Today I'm showing a watercolor tip for beginners that will give your paintings a more realistic look (and less amateurish): the feathering watercolor technique. If you want to know how to avoid hard edges when blending watercolors and get crisp edges every time, this video is for you. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1 * Akademie Watercolor Pap...
Finally I tried magical watercolors: NEW Kuretake Gansai Tambi GRANULATING Colors
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I'm unboxing and testing the Kuretake Gansai Tambi Granulating Colors (5 color set) for watercolor artists. The colors are Aurora Violet, Aurora Blue, Aurora Orange, Aurora Pink, and Aurora Red. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Kuretake Gansai Tambi Granulating Colors (sold out) * Kuretake Gansai Tambi Art Nouveau: amzn.to/3zEU0rb * Kuretake Gansai Tambi 36 set: amzn.to/4eZ8jqy * Arches...
This watercolor technique will change how you paint forever
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How to use the wet-on-wet watercolor technique for beginners. This is a simple watercolor tutorial on basic wet-on-wet techniques that allows you to create beautiful bleeds and blooms between areas of colour and blend watercolor paints. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Kuretake Gansai Tambi "Art Nouveau" 24 Watercolor Set: amzn.to/3rjmDq3 * Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1 *...
The painting exercise that changed my life
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Are you in a creative block? Here are some simple exercises to overcome artist's block. I'll show you how I beat the Blank Page Syndrome and what to do when you don't know what to paint. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Winsor & Newton Professional Water Colour Lightweight Metal Box, 24 Half Pans: amzn.to/3JCYksN * Hahnemühle Watercolour Block: amzn.to/49WgJM7 * Fabrianno 1264: amzn.to/...
I tried glazing! Then this happened...
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Everything you need to know about the watercolor glazing technique: how to glaze with watercolors for beginners, the difference between glazing and layering, how to do watercolor glazing charts, exercises, etc... Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Daniel Smith Essentials watercolor set: amzn.to/3OdTGUx * Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1 * Akademie Watercolor Paper 100% cotton:...
These mistakes are destroying your watercolors
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Most common mistakes that beginner watercolor artists make how to to fix them quick and easy. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Cotman Watercolor Set: amzn.to/3ToE1ET * Daniel Smith Essentials watercolor set: amzn.to/3OdTGUx * Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1 * Hahnemühle Watercolour Block: amzn.to/49WgJM7 * Heat Gun for Crafts: amzn.to/459CKF6 ✅ My filming gear: * Canon M50 ...
What I learned after 365 days of painting with watercolors
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7 things I wish I knew before I started painting with watercolors. I'm sharing my best tips and tricks for beginners watercolor artists to improve their painting skills fast! Learn all I've learned over the last 365 days of painting with watercolors daily, so you can improve your painting much faster! Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Kuretake Gansai Tambi "Art Nouveau" 24 Watercolor Set...
How to (never) find your art style...
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My 7 tips on how to find your art style. Artists are always looking for their signature style but they have no idea how to find their unique artist style. This video will help you through your doubts and questions. 🏷️Get 20% OFF using the code: SANDRA20 for a paint by numbers kit: www.craft-ease.com?ref=649 Thank you for watching! ✅ My filming gear: * Canon M50 Mark II: amzn.to/3DQM5FB * Canon ...
Don't mix paints on a palette. Do this instead (How to mix watercolors for beginners)
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In this video, you'll learn a much better way to mix paint. Plus, I'll be sharing some tips for watercolor mixing like a pro artist to improve your painting skills. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Cotman Watercolor Set: amzn.to/3ToE1ET * Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1 * Heat Gun for Crafts: amzn.to/459CKF6 ✅ My filming gear: * Canon M50 Mark II: amzn.to/3DQM5FB * Canon M2...
How to paint ANYTHING you want: The tea to butter method
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This is the first and, I believe, the most important lesson in learning to paint with watercolors. I'm going to shou you how to mix colors and apply the first wash. Great for both beginners and more experienced painters. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Arches 100% cotton paper A4: amzn.to/40CDyB1 * Moleskine Art Watercolor Album: amzn.to/3qXtFA8 * Winsor & Newton Professional Water Col...
How to mix ANY color you want: Color theory for beginners
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Today's video is about color theory and essential tips for watercolor mixing and painting for beginners so you don't have to buy expensive watercolor sets. I'll teach you how to match and mix any color you want! Also, avoid the common mistakes and start mixing colors quickly and easily, and save hundreds of dollars on paint! Thank you for watching! ▶️ Learn how to fill watercolor pans the right...
Best watercolors: STUDENT vs. PRO (The results will surprise you!)
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I'm testing student and professional grade paints for watercolors: Cotman vs. Winsor and Newton Professional. What is the difference between student and professional watercolour paint? Are artist quality watercolors worth it? Do they improve our painting skills? Let's find out! Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Cotman Watercolor Set: amzn.to/3ToE1ET * Winsor & Newton Professional Water C...
90% of artists can’t draw. Here’s how they do it | How to paint if you can’t draw
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Can you paint without knowing how to draw? YES! Even if you're bad at drawing (no talent) you can be good at painting with watercolors easily. Drawing and painting are two different things! Today I'm sharing some useful tips professional artists use everyday to make up for their bad drawing skills. Thank you for watching! ✅ Stuff I use: * Petal: A World of Flowers Through the Artist's Eye: amzn...
How to use waterbrush pen like a PRO ARTIST (Plus #1 tip save money on paint without losing quality)
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How to use waterbrush pen like a PRO ARTIST (Plus #1 tip save money on paint without losing quality)
I tested Cotman's watercolors to see if they're worth it (the results were VERY SURPRISING)
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I tested Cotman's watercolors to see if they're worth it (the results were VERY SURPRISING)
Watercolor paper beats paint every time! Here's why
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Watercolor paper beats paint every time! Here's why
The ONE big mistake that is ruining your watercolors
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The ONE big mistake that is ruining your watercolors
Best watercolors: STUDENT vs. PRO | The results are beyond incredible!
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Best watercolors: STUDENT vs. PRO | The results are beyond incredible!
Paint like a PRO artist with this beginner level watercolor trick
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Paint like a PRO artist with this beginner level watercolor trick
I tested all watercolors and this is the BEST
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I tested all watercolors and this is the BEST
How to use watercolor tubes like a PRO ARTIST. Plus, the #1 tip to save hundreds of dollars on paint
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How to use watercolor tubes like a PRO ARTIST. Plus, the #1 tip to save hundreds of dollars on paint
What happens if you use the BEST watercolors in the world
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What happens if you use the BEST watercolors in the world
If you master this technique, your watercolors will look more realistic
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If you master this technique, your watercolors will look more realistic
Forget Perfection, This is How I Paint Now
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Forget Perfection, This is How I Paint Now
The watercolor tool PRO ARTISTS can't live without!
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The watercolor tool PRO ARTISTS can't live without!
The easiest way to draw perfect circles
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The easiest way to draw perfect circles
Super easy way to make Christmas gift tags in 5 minutes or less
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Super easy way to make Christmas gift tags in 5 minutes or less
3 TRICKS for painting watercolors with incredible detail
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3 TRICKS for painting watercolors with incredible detail
What kind of foam is that ?
Why can’t I. mix ultra marine blue & lemon yellow hue, using Cotman watercolors.
One of those 5 ml tubes should fill 2.5 half pans. Use a tube wringer to get every last drop of paint out of the tube. The tubes may look small but they really do last a long time.
I used walnut oil in these water brush pen and used for urban sketching with oil paints ..just started have to see
Thanks for this video! I was struggling with water control and getting frustrated.
Glad I could help! 😀
From all I have seen, the Artist version is just course paper where the academy paper is textured almost the same as Arches cold press. Course texture can hold more color (takes more color to do that), and it is useful for when you want to pull the brush across until you run dry, leaving that interesting hit or miss thing. I do lots of portraits, so that would not be a plus, but it has great value to those doing things like landscapes. I was looking at this 12x16 and saw the academy for $30 (block of 20) and that artist for $40. Unless you need the rough texture, that's a no brainer, and the cheaper one would likely be better for those preferring normal surface texture. In the meantime I've been doing my own study of portraits on various cotton papers 12x16 cold press: Saunders A+, Arches A, Stonehenge Legion A-, Meeden A-, Fabriano B+, New York Central B, Artbeek C+ (they don't make it very large, either), Strathmore C-. All of that just based upon my work and maybe different for others, but I put big value on the paper holding up to 10 layers, reductive painting, sometimes outright brutality, while still making the piece feel clean and mudless. Time to add Baohong to this study. Oh, and I should add that if you look above I have Stonehenge and Meeden both rated at a high A-. But they both work really differently. Different is sometimes just fine (bleeds, rate of absorption, effort needed to smooth a line) Difference can mean that you just need to get used to it, not necessarily that one paper is worse than the other. This is one reason why Arches seems to always have an advantage: Folks compare everything to it, not necessarily understanding that a thing can be different and still be just as good or maybe even better. Knowing when something is just different and not actually bad, takes some introspection. Peeling, blotchiness, lack of bleed, inability to lift, those things are bad.
thank you so much! That was really useful! 😀
Haven't started yet... getting my supplies together...I chose Daniel Smith, but I got the 24 color set (It's still coming from Amazon)I'll pull out the basic palette and put them into my little handy-dandy paint on the go box. after working with these colors, I plan to work with a limited palette for a while . The Arches 140 lb... those two are checked off, but in the mail. Now for the brushes, sigh...i'm opting for the new synthetic squirrel hair the New York Central Oasis. I can get all the brushes I think I'll need for under $100, but I'm thinking of getting One natural squirrel/sable to see if there's a difference. I think that's going to have to wait to let my wallet cool down.
Sounds like an excellent way to start! Have you tried them out yet?
Absolutely not. The artist is 100x better.
I find it a bit too toothy
@@sandyowncrafts you get used to it. The rough is amazing for trees and landscapes. i would certainly have a cold press at hand for anything more detailed. But the finish for the artist is more vibrant, it dries slower, the paint moves better, etc., a very different quality to Academy.
what printer do you use to print on watercolor paper?
Hi. I've never tried printing on watercolor paper.
Did you make the button pins I think that’s really what caught my eye.
no, I bought them off amazon. They're sewable pins, really nice and cute
I love kuretake and the granulating set is interesting.
Me too!
I did this and my paint cracked in the pans. How can I fix this? Thanks.
Hi. You can still use it, no problem, I have some store bought pans that are also cracked. I think you probably didn't use the pin enough to remove the air from the pans and that's probably why it cracked.
Thank you for the terrific video, I love W&N, I have used it since the 1980's. I used to believe the same as you about white. I discovered Niaz Hannan a while back and he uses white A LOT. White does have its purpose and I would never be without it.
Thank you. I'm actually learning about that for my next video. 😁
Hi regarding the drying tine it depend on the weather. I am in a country that the temp are appr 30*. So the drying time is fast
Yes, absolutely!
Winsor&Newton "Classic" paper is made in Italy.
Didn't know that, thanks!
I personally really like white for pastel colors!
Live it … I have lot of watercolour and don’t really need to mix but it’s fun to watch and try things to learn what you yourself can achieve .. once I can save up for the Daniel smith essentials I will definitely give try …and peach colour has to be in my palette I love peach colours… ❤
DIY, don't buy! Let's build a palette together! What colors would you include in yours?
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Thank you for this comparison, I was wondering about the difference between those two 🤗 Thank you for your honest opinion 🙏
Link? ❤❤❤great videeo
The links are in the description. Thank you 😊
The original Japanese names work better than these English ones. The first kanji in each means illusion/dream/vision/phantom and then it actually gives the two colours in it. First three are green + the other colour and last two are blue + a the other colour. So, the name already tells quite a lot what to expect. Also, gansai watercolours aren’t strictly speaking same thing as western aquarelles. The binders are different and that’s why you get glossy finish if you use thick layers. Also some tricks you would do with the western watercolours won’t work as well with gansai but this also means gansai can do things that western watercolours might not be very good at. So, it is not that one is better than the other but that they have different strengths. (Especially if low lightfastness is no problem.) 🎨
Thank you so much for your input, that was really helpful. I love Gansai watercolors, they were my first love when I started to learn watercolor and for me, they are still a lot more fun than regular ones.
Dyes work better on cheap paper. These are cheap dyes mixed with pigment. Not worth $5.00.
I use several brands but always my favorite is Daniel Smith. 👍💕
They're great 😃
How about M. Graham?
I've never tried it, I don't think I have them where I live.
Buckled paper is a pain! Here's how to deal with it... Enjoy!
@3:27 “are you seeing what I’m seeing? Look at this vibrancy, what is this???” 🤢🤮🤢🤮terrible acting and stupid English speaking skills
Who hurt you bro?
Why you couldnt Use a heatgun?
hi. Because the splitting of the colors has to be natural. If you dry it immediately, they don't split like that and that awesome effect doesn't happen.
@@sandyowncrafts good to know
Try to use two water jars.. one to clean the brush and dry it ,then dip into clean water when you want to use another colour ❤❤❤
Hi. I do. Thank you
Pro? seriously? there isn't even any shadowing or value.. :/
Let’s be nice! Fundamentally the advice is correct. Watercolor is a journey - eventually with enough practice anyone can master the technique. “Pro” is a bit of a loose term used in alot of YT videos. Think of it as leveling up 😊
@@AnnaBucciarelli pro is not a loose term. it indicates that the level is sufficient for someone to make a living on. i'm sorry if that doesn't sound nice to you.. but it's accurate
@@AnnaBucciarelli and i don't find it nice that you are mucking up the feed, wasting people's time, with this misuse of basic terms. If find someone else abusing the term, send me the link. I'll correct them as well.
If you don't know that art is subjective and that people's idea of what professional is varies, you may either want to do more research to get a more informed worldview, or pick a different profession. This here what you're doing, just makes you seem bitter, ungrateful, and ignorant. She taught a technique, not a course, and did that for free.
@suzanne1797 lol.. I'm an artist. Basically terminology is not subjective.
Let's talk about feathering and blending those hard edges we don't like one bit. It's a must-know and this is how to do it! Enjoy!
U never heard of Sienna?
Spread and control is one character where artists are almost equally divided. At this point it's generally accepted that it's a matter of personal taste. The spread test should be a draw.
Thank you for your input. I'm finding out more and more that most things in watercolors are a matter or personal taste hehehe which makes sense, it's art, it's supposed to be personal and everything is acceptable. Have a great day!
@@sandyowncrafts You are absolutely right. In most forums and reviews people wholeheartedly endorse Van Gogh for it's vibrancy and wettability which is really good, I must say. Whereas most people share bad experiences with Cotman. Last month I got both because they were available for cheap and I like my Cotmans much more than Van Gogh although their only redeeming quality is their transparency which I value above everything else...
After you let swatches of darker colors dry, did you notice any white speckling in your washes, particularly where more masstone? My experience with Arches paper has been years apart, sheets vs pads, different retailers, and every time it has been terrible relative to other papers. It's thirsty, rough against the brush, and produces white speckling, all of which are symptoms of bad sizing. Each time, I've used the paper within weeks of receiving it, so I can only assume it's some upstream issue (manufacturing and/or warehouse storage). Either way, I fail to understand how so many people recommend this paper when my own experience has consistently been so bad.
I had that issue with Baohong, it was like a white dusting I couldn't quite figure out. With Arches I haven't seen that. Do you use the green one too? Could that be the difference?
@@sandyowncrafts Exactly. My most recent experience was with their 9x12" cold press pad (green cover). However, I've experienced it with their imperial (full, 22x30") sized sheets as well. For this reason, and simply because it's just a great paper, Saunders Waterford has become my go-to.
Maaaaaaaaaaan, I just got one and I'm hating it! I come from traditional Sable brushes, I find these water brushes so hard to control. I don't know what I'm doing wrong. I mix my colours on the palette, I try to get some colour on the bristles, but they seem to suck all the pigment in (not in the water reservoir tho), and when I put it on the paper, there is not much pigment saturation. I mix some more, and then I press to get some more water, and all the pigment suddenly comes out, so it gets too saturated and mostly ruins my paintings. What am I doing wrong?
Yeah, if you come from sable brushes, the difference is huge! It's not that you doing anything wrong, it's that you need to know your waterbrush before painting with it, each are different in terms of how to release water and how much at a time. So what I would suggest is doing some exercises beforehand to get a hang of it. Once you do, they're a lot of fun! Good luck!
Thanks for sharing, it’s really great.
Thank you, I had a blast with these!
Could you please tell me why you cannot dry granulated watercolors??
Hi. I'm not saying you can't use a heat gun for granulating watercolors, I'm saying for this colorful effect, I've read you have to give it time to do its thing. I hope that helps!
What i regret I didn’t knew sooner is that the quality of the paper matters more than the quality of the pigment.
Absolutely, such a game changer!!
Oh my goodness, so so pretty! I have the big box of these watercolors, the ones with a green lid but I am SO SCARED to start watercolor!
Hi! No need to be scared!! Just know thst it's a process and go for it! It's so much fun!! 😁
I can explain why the 75% WN paper shows off the colors more vividly: It doesn't absorb the water as quickly - that is, it isn't as "thirsty" - as the 100% cotton Arches paper. With more water sitting on the surface of the paper for a bit longer, the pigments in the paint can move around in it, group up like ants at a picnic, and provide stronger color. Great video, by the way. Your enthusiasm is energizing.
Thank you for letting me know 😊
Magic Watercolors!!! I mean it!!! How awesome was this? Would you buy 5 pans of brown paint and hope for the best? I did and it was magical!!
Feral aspects. What a wonderful way to put it. It makes so much sense! 😊 I just recently found you.😊
Thank you, welcome 😁
Thank you for sharing. Watercolor has always been hard bc I didn’t understand the techniques 😂
Hi. I get it! I plan on going through all of them so you've come to the right place 😁
Hi, about pans and tubes, from W&N the formula is a little different, because the pans are extruded and cut, not poured and repeated, like Schmincke. I think the pans are a little more concentrated. Tubes are useful if doing a large painting and needing to mix large quantities of a particular wash. The pans are useful here if you have a vintage heavy palette as you can cut them to fit the 1/4 pan sets. Tube colour can rust those palettes. I like W&N for their clean mixes. Their reds are especially bright and true. I think the rose is one of the prettier of most of the brands as it’s slightly warmer, but that’s entirely a matter of taste.
Thank you for all the information you've shared, I appreciate it 🙂
Brilliant ideas for warm ups and just playing around, then can be used for abstract backgrounds ~ win win!!!! 😊
Thank you 😊
A really nice professional set all the colours you could want. I would probably not need about five of the colours personally so would use them and replace with some convenient ones... eg a Naples yellow is always handy, a turquoise burnt umber would be amongst my chosen. Certainly a great start up set that you can tweek colours look vibrant. Thanks for sharing its on my list.
Yes there are some that I don't use either and have been meaning to trade for others, just haven't done it yet.
Do you still use the Winsor and Newton 24 set?
Yes! It's still one of my favourites
If you want to master watercolors, first master the basics! Do you agree?
Excellent advice! Thank you so much!
Good watercolor paper is so expensive where I live that it’s hard to just play around.
Have you tried Academy? It's so much cheaper and still great!