Jenny Marshall

Jenny Marshall posted an update in the group Art Supplies 4 years, 10 months ago

Finally about to splurge on some good paints, until now I’ve only used what i can access locally (rural Australia) Reeves and windsor Newton cotman, I’m drawn to schminke or daniel smith, any advice on brands would be wonderfull

Charlie O'Shields replied 4 years, 10 months ago

That’s awesome! And you’re drawn to some great ones!! I’m using M. Graham currently and love them. Also, Winsor & Newtown artist paints are wonderful as well. It really just depends on what you like and how you prefer to paint. Vivid, even colors, or paints that granulate more and make awesome textures in big washes (Daniel Smith). Also, I’m…[Read more]
Adi Atassi replied 4 years, 10 months ago

Am using “Sennelier” watercolors now, they are fabulous vivid colors, With an increased honey content, they offer an amazingly smooth consistency and extraordinary luminosity plus the lightfastness
Tonya L replied 4 years, 10 months ago

Hi, Jenny. If you’re interested in learning more, I profiled Daniel Smith (along with M Graham and W&N) at my blog post here: https://www.scratchmadejournal.com/blog/comparing-3-top-watercolor-brands

Amazing color range but DS has a crazy love affair with granulation that can take some getting accustomed to. I don’t know what’s available in your…[Read more]
- Jenny Marshall replied 4 years, 8 months ago
  
  Thank you so much for your wonderfull advice Tonya 😊
  - Tonya L replied 4 years, 8 months ago
    
    You are most welcome! I’ve actually just started testing out Schmincke watercolors. Very soft and transparent, rewet easily… not very bold but they paint beautifully. However, they glaze and layer well. I would use these in a heartbeat, but they cost too much $$$ in the States. Did you ever decide on anything?