Winsor & NewtonCotman Watercolour, 'Studio Set', 45 x Half Pans + 1 x Cotman Watercolour Round Brush

The media could not be loaded. I recently invested in the Windsor & Newton Cotman Watercolour 45 Half-Pan Studio Set, and the anticipation to use these paints in my bullet journal has been nothing short of thrilling.The studio set arrives in a sleek and compact box, housing 45 half-pans of vibrant watercolors. The brand's reputation for quality art supplies preceded my purchase, and research suggested that these watercolors are a staple for seasoned artists. The high pigmentation and colour vibrancy are renowned, making them an ideal choice for those who appreciate the art of watercolor.What sets this set apart is not just the variety of colours, but the thoughtful selection of hues, catering to a broad spectrum of artistic expressions. The pans are arranged systematically, making it easy to navigate and choose the perfect shade for any project.As a bullet journal enthusiast, I am particularly excited to incorporate these watercolours into my journaling routine. The versatility of the set allows me to add artistic touches to my layouts, making each page uniquely vibrant and visually appealing.In conclusion, the Windsor & Newton Cotman Watercolour 45 Half-Pan Studio Set is a testament to quality craftsmanship and artistic excellence. If you're a watercolour enthusiast or someone looking to elevate their creative endeavors, this set is a worthwhile investment. I am genuinely thrilled with my purchase and look forward to the artistic possibilities these watercolours will unlock in my bullet journal.

I started illustration classes recently and my teacher recommended W&N. Since I'm still a beginner I didn't want to spend too much but I knew that if I wanted to get something decent I'd have to invest a little. I found these to be a great quality for the price.I was debating which set to get but opted for the Deluxe one in the end: 16 colours, a pencil, putty rubber, and brush. The quality of the paints has been great, very vibrant and pigmented, I've done quite a few pieces now and the pans look like they've barely been touched so I anticipate I'll get quite a lot of use out of it. Speaking of, most of the pans are completely filled but two colours are noticeably much smaller than the others, cadmium yellow and turquoise. I don't know if that's the norm but thought it might be something to note.The pencil's just and ordinary wooden pencil, haven't used it much so I don't have much to say. The putty rubber's good, I appreciate it having a paper sleeve and plastic wrap, makes it easier to handle. The brush is quite small, nice for detail work, I bought my own set of brushes so I just use it in a pinch.The case itself feels quite study despite being plastic, I like how spacious the wells are in the lid for mixing colours. I wish they included another divider for another row. There are notches that indicate you could fit another one in, though the rubber would probably have to go. It's quite fiddly setting it up and the dividers didn't feel very secure initially but I'm a messy user and the paint has made it stick in place.The selection of colours is just right for me, not too many to be overwhelmed but enough so I'm able to mix any colour I need. Very happy with it overall, wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

Arrived when expected and seems very good. I already own a small field set of these Cotman watercolour paints so I knew what to expect but having recently joined an art group I thought I might need more colours and I think I'll certainly be spoilt for choice with this selection. Five of the most used colours are duplicates which is handy, however, once you remove those (which I put away for safe keeping) there is quite a bit of space and the paints are, as others have said, loose in the slots and move about a bit more than I'd like. As recommended by others, though, it was fairly easy to secure them with a tiny blob of Blutac and I think that should suffice to hold them in place.Some people have said that the box is difficult to open but if you slide a fingernail into the crack and give it a slight flick, it actually opens quite easily. Once open with the two trays extended, it did look a little large to take to a class, but then I found that the front mixing tray is removable which made it perfect. All in all I'm very happy with my purchase - and it was an extremely good price as well. Definitely recommended.

Has all the colours you need. The best quality too.

Six months ago I was looking for a metal tin with empty half pans. I added the empty Meeden box and empty half pans to my cart, but suddenly saw this WN Metal Box with 24 Cotman half pans for the same price as the empty Meeden box. This was a no brainer: for £11 I bought the WN box and a few days later bought another 2.I was already familiar with Cotman so I knew what to expect. The Cotman line is student quality. I have outgrown the Cotman now, but it is fine for beginners and intermediate painters. I am now using these for my sketchbook and other doodles. Some colours don't rewet very well but it helps a lot if you spray the paints with water a few minutes before use. The colour selection in this box is very versatile and is a standard selection.Usually the Cotman paints come in a plastic box or a blue metal tin. This black metal tin is the same as the one that comes with the professional line. It gives a luxurious feel, much more so than a plastic box does. The WN logo is printed on the outside of the lid. It has a ring at the bottom of the box. The inside is sprayed white. There are no sharp edges, all edges are rolled. Resting the box in my hand with one finger in the ring feels very stable and comfortable.I've used this box almost daily and have often carried it in my bag. I made a protective cotton sleeve for it. Apart from the odd dent and scratch the box is still as new. The hinges are as new and the box opens and closes as it should be.To summarize it was a great buy!

Bought for a member of my Art Group, cheaper than Cass Art, & quicker service.