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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor PaintsSave Up to76%Off listStarting At: $2.99
…introduced moist watercolors to the world in 1835. Professional Watercolor Paints are still made by offering artists the most comprehensive balanced choice of pigments with the greatest possible lightfastness. Advances in pigment technology and production have improved the watercolor range. Each… Only the purest pigments to ensure quality and permanence Artist Henry Newton and chemist William Winsor introduced moist watercolors to the world in 1835. Professional Watercolor Paints are still made by offering artists the most comprehensive balanced choice of pigments with the greatest possible lightfastness. Advances in pigment technology and production have improved the watercolor range. Each color within this wide range has been formulated so that artists can use the color palette that best suits their work. Besides, many of the watercolor recipes have not changed in over 180 years, proving they cannot be improved! Key Features: * Range of 108 colors * 79 Single pigment colors * 5ml, 14ml, and 37ml tubes * Carefully formulated and milled colors * Colors have a unique brilliance and clarity * The greatest possible permanence * Lightfast and permanent * Unrivaled transparency * Best pigment dispersion * Perfect For: * Professional Watercolorists * Painting breathtaking washes with ease * Beautifully clean color mixing * Permanent, professional works of art * Stands nicely on watercolor paper * Free flowing, vivid watercolor painting See More
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Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor BrushesSave Up to50%Off listStarting At: $3.88
These golden synthetic hair brushes are among the most advanced produced anywhere in the world today. By blending varying thicknesses of hair, Winsor & Newton has achieved the three most important qualities sought after by the artist. The thicker fibers contribute strength and spring, while the… These golden synthetic hair brushes are among the most advanced produced anywhere in the world today. By blending varying thicknesses of hair, Winsor & Newton has achieved the three most important qualities sought after by the artist. The thicker fibers contribute strength and spring, while the thinner fibers improve color holding capcity—together they retain a perfect point for rounds and a perfect edge for flats. All brushes with nickel plated seamless ferrules attached to metallic blue wooden handles. Series 111 Rounds - These brushes have large bellies to produce both wash and fine line stokes. Series 222 Designer's Rounds - These brushes are great for linear work because of their extra long hairs. Series 333 Riggers - These long thin round brushes are great for very detailed linear work, such as grass and telephone wires. Series 666 One Stroke - The long hair in these brushes makes it easy to produce crisp edges for washes and straight strokes. Series 667 Angles - The angle on this series of brushes is great for flowers, leaves, small corners and sweeping wash strokes. Series 668 Filberts - These sophisticated brushes combine the control of a One Stroke with the softer edge of a round. Series 777 Aquarelle - These brushes come equipped with a clear lucite handle for burnishing and scraping. Series 888 Fans - These fan brushes are popular for dry brush techniques like stippling, feathering grass, or hair effects. Series 999 Mops - These dome-shaped large brushes are great for expressive strokes and washes. Wash Brushes - These large brushes are great for background washes and large patches of color. See More
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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor SetsSave Up to50%Off listStarting At: $13.5
Watercolor Sets with high quality pigments Discover the joy of watercolor painting with Winsor & Newton Professional watercolor sets containing the highest quality pigmented watercolors Compact Set - Beautifully designed white plastic palette box with slide-out mixing tray and integral… Watercolor Sets with high quality pigments Discover the joy of watercolor painting with Winsor & Newton Professional watercolor sets containing the highest quality pigmented watercolors Compact Set - Beautifully designed white plastic palette box with slide-out mixing tray and integral thumb hole. Lid and slide-out tray removes easily for clean up. Includes detachable cup for water or mediums. Folds to just 4×5×1" in size. Contains 14 half pans and field brush. Accommodates for additional 8 ml tube of white Field Box Set - Includes 12 half pans and features a flip-out palette, pull out red sable brush, natural sponge, and a built-in water bottle. Top of box acts as a handy water carrying cup. Twilight" Inspired Limited Edition Colors Set of 6- This limited edition set includes colors inspired by Twilight including Sanquine Red, Quinacridone Violet, Aqua Green, Cobalt Green Deep, Smalt and Chromium Black. See More
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Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Paint SetsSave Up to46%Off listStarting At: $15.0
Quality watercolors at affordable prices! Winsor & Newton produce their Cotman Watercolors at a reduced cost for students and beginners while meeting quality standards. They use modern organic pigments instead of costly metallics to make their quality colors affordable. Some of the rare pigments… Quality watercolors at affordable prices! Winsor & Newton produce their Cotman Watercolors at a reduced cost for students and beginners while meeting quality standards. They use modern organic pigments instead of costly metallics to make their quality colors affordable. Some of the rare pigments used in Artists' Watercolors are replaced with less expensive alternatives in the Cotman line. The range of 40 colors offers excellent lightfastness and tinting strength. All the colors mix cleanly and are easy to manipulate with a brush or sponge. Key Features: * High quality student grade watercolors * Excellent tinting strength * Affordable but uncompromising in quality * Easy to work with * Good transparency * Imported from England Perfect For: * Students and beginners * Painting watercolor washes * Gradient effects * Basic and advanced color mixing * Creating long-lasting works of art * Artists of all skill levels See More
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Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor PaintsSave Up to46%Off listStarting At: $3.29
Quality watercolors at affordable prices! Winsor & Newton produce their Cotman Watercolors at a reduced cost for students and beginners while meeting quality standards. They use modern organic pigments instead of costly metallics to make their quality colors affordable. Some of the rare pigments… Quality watercolors at affordable prices! Winsor & Newton produce their Cotman Watercolors at a reduced cost for students and beginners while meeting quality standards. They use modern organic pigments instead of costly metallics to make their quality colors affordable. Some of the rare pigments used in Artists' Watercolors are replaced with less expensive alternatives in the Cotman line. The range of 40 colors offers excellent lightfastness and tinting strength. All the colors mix cleanly and are easy to manipulate with a brush or sponge. Key Features: * Available in: 8ml and 21ml tubes * 40 beautiful tones * Excellent tinting strength * Affordable but uncompromising in quality * Easy to work with * Good transparency * Imported from England Perfect For: * Students and beginners * Painting watercolor washes * Gradient effects * Basic and advanced color mixing * Creating long-lasting works of art * Artists of all skill levels See More
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Winsor & Newton Watercolour MediumsSave Up to43%Off listStarting At: $5.92
Full Range Of Watercolor Mediums! Watercolor Mediums are used to create an even wider variety of techniques and effects for your work; from increasing drying time, improving flow, and changing gloss and texture, they provide limitless opportunities. The Winsor & Newton range also includes… Full Range Of Watercolor Mediums! Watercolor Mediums are used to create an even wider variety of techniques and effects for your work; from increasing drying time, improving flow, and changing gloss and texture, they provide limitless opportunities. The Winsor & Newton range also includes masking fluids to protect areas of your paper that you want to keep white. Click on the item number to view more information on each medium Key Features: * Limitless opportunities * Increasing drying time * Improving flow * Changing gloss and texture Perfect For: * Professional watercolorists * Altering the characteristics of watercolor * Exploring watercolor effects * Keeping areas of your paper clean See More
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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor Half PansSave Up to50%Off listStarting At: $6.2
…& Newton Professional Watercolor-The finest watercolor offering the widest choice of pigments & the highest possible permanence Since 1832, when chemist William Winsor and artist Henry Newton introduced the first moist watercolors, the love affair with Winsor & Newton and the… Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor-The finest watercolor offering the widest choice of pigments & the highest possible permanence Since 1832, when chemist William Winsor and artist Henry Newton introduced the first moist watercolors, the love affair with Winsor & Newton and the brand's reputation for supreme quality rose from the flagship Professional Watercolor range. The range of 108 colors is truly unique, with each color carefully formulated and milled according to Winsor & Newton's time-tested founding principles: to artfully and scientifically create colors that are the standard-bearers of clarity and brilliance and to achieve the greatest possible permanence. Key Features: * 108 Color Range - Half Pans* Unique brilliance and clarity* More permanence than ever before* Produces breathtaking washes with ease* Each color carefully formulated and milled* Clarity and brilliance and to achieve the greatest possible permanence* 5 NEW Jewel-like colours* 7 NEW cadmium-free colours * See More
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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor Synthetic BrushesSave Up to48%Off listStarting At: $5.98
…Birchwood used for the handle * Handmade by experienced brushmakers * 29 Handles are 100% FSC certified * Made in England * Perfect For: * Watercolor painters * Making a variety of marks * Defined brush strokes * Creating fine details * Comfortable, controlled grip while painting * Consistent… Driven by innovation, a synthetic brush that performs at a professional level! Winsor & Newton has used their innovative brush-making expertise to develop the Professional Watercolour Synthetic Sable brushes. This innovative blend of synthetic bristles replicates the color-holding capacity of natural sable. The resilient synthetic brush heads do not lose shape during use and have an exact degree of snap for superior control. Innovative synthetic brush that offers excellent carrying capacity and the ability to make a variety of marks with resilient spring and shape retention. An ergonomic short handle provides a comfortable grip and extraordinary control while painting. The handle's central dip allows the brush to sit comfortably in your hand, while the handle's second curve allows for various painting angles. Handmade at the Winsor & Newton brush factory in England, the Synthetic Sable brushes come in various sizes across seven shapes. Key Features: * Synthetic fibers mimic natural sable * Resilient spring and shape retention * Outstanding color carrying capacity * Seamless nickel ferrules * Ergonomic short handle with a matt finish * Sustainable Birchwood used for the handle * Handmade by experienced brushmakers * 29 Handles are 100% FSC certified * Made in England * Perfect For: * Watercolor painters * Making a variety of marks * Defined brush strokes * Creating fine details * Comfortable, controlled grip while painting * Consistent brush response and control of color release * Professionals, teachers, students * Animal-friendly alternative without sacrificing quality See More
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Winsor & Newton Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brush SetsSave Up to40%Off listStarting At: $164.97
…brush makers The Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes stem from standards of quality set in 1866 by Queen Victoria herself. Favoring the size 7 watercolor brush, Her Majesty ordered that Winsor and Newton would produce the finest in watercolor brushes. Each Artisan carefully creates each… Handmade in England by expert brush makers The Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes stem from standards of quality set in 1866 by Queen Victoria herself. Favoring the size 7 watercolor brush, Her Majesty ordered that Winsor and Newton would produce the finest in watercolor brushes. Each Artisan carefully creates each brush painstakingly by hand, drawing from over 10 years of brush-making experience before being allowed to work on the Series 7 Brushes! Series 7 are crafted from only the finest Kolinsky Sable hair, set in rust-proof, seamless nickel-plated ferrules with black polished handles. Brushes are crafted to come to a crisp point, with the natural snap and spring in use that Kolinsky is prized for. Each brush has superior control, holding color deep in the belly while allowing it to flow evenly and consistently from the point onto the paper. Brush Sets make a perfect gift for any watercolorist! The Super Set includes four brushes and a black Studio Line Bamboo roll-up for storage and travel. A long-time favorite of the discriminating professional watercolorist, serious students, and amateurs alike are seeing the value in an investment in one of the most top-quality handmade brushes, making the learning curve to master watercolors quicker and less frustrating! Key Features:* Pure Kolinsky Sable Bristles* Responsive spring and snap* Seamless nickel-plated ferrules * Handmade in England by skilled craftspeople * Available in multiple sets Perfect For:* Professional or Serious Watercolorists * Watercolor and gouache painting* Holding large color loads in full bellies * Even, consistent control * Gifts for the discriminating watercolorist See More
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Winsor & Newton Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Standard Round BrushesSave Up to40%Off listStarting At: $18.59
Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils Series 7 Brushes - The Ultimate Artists' Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes Hand made in England by Winsor & Newton’s expert brush makers, the Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes stem from standards of quality set in 1866 by Queen Victoria herself.… Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils Series 7 Brushes - The Ultimate Artists' Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes Hand made in England by Winsor & Newton’s expert brush makers, the Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Watercolor Brushes stem from standards of quality set in 1866 by Queen Victoria herself. Favoring the size 7 watercolor brush, Her Majesty gave orders that Winsor & Newton would produce the very finest in watercolor brushes. Each Artisan carefully creates each brush painstakingly by hand, drawing from over 10 years of brush making experience before being allowed to work on the Series 7 Brushes! Key Features:* Pure Kolinsky Sable Bristles* Short handle round brushes* Responsive spring and snap* Seamless nickel plated ferrules* Handmade in England by skilled craftspeople* Click on Yellow Icon next product for sizes* Available in Standard and Miniature bristle styles Perfect For:* Professional or Serious Watercolorists* Watercolor and Gouache painting* Holding large color loads in full bellies* Even, consistent control* Gifts for the discriminating watercolorist* Series 7 Kolinsky Sable are crafted from only the finest Kolinsky Sable hair, set in rust-proof, seamless nickel plated ferrules with black polished handles. Brushes are crafted to come to a crisp point, with the natural snap and spring in use that Kolinsky is prized for. Each brush has superior control, holding color deep in the belly while allowing it to flow evenly and consistently from the point onto the paper. Larger sized brushes come packaged in an individual wood box, tagged to indicate the name of the craftsman that produced it. Series 7 Brushes come in Standard and Miniature hair lengths (shorter point for more control). A long time favorite of the discriminating professional watercolorist, serious students and amateurs alike are seeing the value in an investment of one of the most top quality handmade brushes, making the learning curve to master watercolors quicker and less frustrating! See More
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Winsor & Newton Watercolour Postcard PadSave Up to40%Off listStarting At: $6.44
A creative way to document your travels Branchout and share your travels with a watercolor sketch on Winsor & Newton Watercolor Postcards. Each glue-bound postcard pad contains 15 sheets of 140 lb (300 gsm) watercolor paper, ideal for all water media. Postcards are crafted from 25% cotton fibers and… A creative way to document your travels Branchout and share your travels with a watercolor sketch on Winsor & Newton Watercolor Postcards. Each glue-bound postcard pad contains 15 sheets of 140 lb (300 gsm) watercolor paper, ideal for all water media. Postcards are crafted from 25% cotton fibers and feature a slightly textured cold press surface. Each sheet is internally and externally sized for superior absorbency and strength. In addition, Winsor & Newton Watercolor Postcards offer a bright, natural whiteness free of acids and optical brighteners and will not yellow over time. Each postcard measures 4" x 6". Key Features: * Cold-pressed paper postcards * Postcards measure 4" x 6" * 15 Sheets of 140 lb (300 gsm) paper * 25% cotton fibers * Medium grain texture * Internally and externally sized * Bright natural whiteness * Will not yellow or fade over time * Free of acids and optical brighteners * Designed to withstand saturation * The paper won't cockle Perfect For: * Students, beginners, and hobbyists * Watercolor and gouache * Creating travel postcards * Painting outside * Suitable surface for acrylic and soft pastel * An endless array of techniques * Wet-on-wet or wet-on-dry techniques * Lifting and scrubbing * Layers of wet media See More
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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour Blocks and SheetsSave Up to43%Off listStarting At: $14.32
Durable, mould-made, 100% cotton watercolor paper! Winsor & Newton's 100% cotton Professional Watercolour Blocks and Sheets provide the best surface for smooth, even washes of transparent color. Cold and hot press sheets are formed on a traditional Italian cylinder mould for durability.… Durable, mould-made, 100% cotton watercolor paper! Winsor & Newton's 100% cotton Professional Watercolour Blocks and Sheets provide the best surface for smooth, even washes of transparent color. Cold and hot press sheets are formed on a traditional Italian cylinder mould for durability. Internally and externally sized cotton fibers make up the robust absorbent paper. Free from acids and optical brighteners, this paper is archival and resistant to yellowing. Portable bocks are glued on all four sides and contain 20 sheets each. Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour Blocks and Sheets have precise sizing for superb absorbency and pigment dispersion. Key Features: * 100% Cotton paper * 140lb (300gsm) Bright natural white paper * Cold and hot press texture * Made on a traditional cylinder mould * Internally and externally sized * Acid-free and non-yellowing * Free of optical brighteners * Optimal water absorbency and pigment dispersion * Blocks glued on all four sides * Watermarked sheets * Crafted in Italy * Perfect For: * Professional watercolorists * Watercolor and gouache * Suitable surface for acrylic and soft pastel * All water media! * An endless array of techniques * Wet-on-wet or wet-on-dry techniques * Lifting and scrubbing * Multiple layers of wet media * Travel or use in the studio See More
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Winsor & Newton Promarker Watercolour Markers & SetsSave Up to40%Off listStarting At: $4.37
…36 brilliant shades. You can easily blend the water-based ink with water to create soft and vibrant watercolor washes. Promarker Watercolor Marker ink is also mixable with traditional watercolors and mediums. Trying is believing, so start using the markers today and experience their wonders for… Paint Beautiful Painterly Effects In A Range Of Shades! Create gorgeous painterly strokes in a range of shades with Winsor & Newton Promarker Watercolour Markers! Use them dry or with a wet brush to create washes of color. Perfect for painting on the go. The water-based pigmented ink can be reactivated on paper with water at any time. Each marker features two quality nibs: one side has a fine point, and the other side has a flexible brush tip. The highly pigmented water-based ink is lightfast and comes in a spectrum of 36 brilliant shades. You can easily blend the water-based ink with water to create soft and vibrant watercolor washes. Promarker Watercolor Marker ink is also mixable with traditional watercolors and mediums. Trying is believing, so start using the markers today and experience their wonders for yourself! Key Features: * Water-based pigmented ink * Fade-resistant * Highly soluble ink * Non-toxic * High-quality pigments * Twin-tipped * Flexible brush tip and fine point * Perfect For: * Sweeping lines in a range of thicknesses * Sketching and painting * Working outdoors * Avoiding mess * Use on Winsor & Newton watercolor paper * Professional-quality drawing * Graphic designers, illustrators, and more * Crafters See More
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Winsor & Newton Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Miniature Round BrushesSave Up to40%Off listStarting At: $18.59
…Available in Standard and Miniature bristle styles Perfect For:* Professional or Serious Watercolorists* Watercolor and Gouache painting* Holding large color loads in full bellies* Fine watercolor, pen and ink and photo retouching* Even, consistent control* For artists who appreciate exquisite… Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Miniature Round Brushes These miniature brushes are crafted to the same superior standards as Series 7. They are ideal for even the most delicate work. Winsor and Newton's Finest Kolinsky Watercolour Brushes are the world’s finest brushes made from tail hairs of the Siberian Kolinsky. Each brush has excellent spring, an unusually fine point and full English belly. Used for fine watercolor, pen and ink and photo retouching. Key Features:* Pure Kolinsky Sable Bristles* Miniature round brushes (see yellow icon for sizes)* Responsive spring and snap* Rust proof seamless nickel plated ferrules* Handmade in England by skilled craftspeople* Click on Yellow Icon next product for sizes* Available in Standard and Miniature bristle styles Perfect For:* Professional or Serious Watercolorists* Watercolor and Gouache painting* Holding large color loads in full bellies* Fine watercolor, pen and ink and photo retouching* Even, consistent control* For artists who appreciate exquisite quality and longevity* See More
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Creative Mark Masking Fluid Brush SetsSave Up to53%Off listStarting At: $7.79
…use and no cleanup required! Key Features:* Low price point for guilt-free disposal* Eliminates the need for difficult cleanup* Offers excellent control for masking fluid application Perfect For:* Watercolor artists of all levels* Artists on a budget* Hassle-free masking fluid application Guilt-Free Disposal and NO Cleanup Required! These disposable brushes provide excellent control for details work—providing tight, even application of all masking fluid. As masking fluid is near impossible to get out of your brush after use, Creative Mark Masking Fluid Brushes are priced for guilt-free disposal after use and no cleanup required! Key Features:* Low price point for guilt-free disposal* Eliminates the need for difficult cleanup* Offers excellent control for masking fluid application Perfect For:* Watercolor artists of all levels* Artists on a budget* Hassle-free masking fluid application See More
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Winsor & Newton Artists' Water Colour Sable BrushesSave Up to50%Off listStarting At: $11.45
* Balanced, contoured handle provides ultimate control * Elegant blue handle with satin matte finish provides a secure grip These Artists' Water Colour Kolinsky Sable Brushes are specially selected from the finest available sable hair to create a brush with excellent spring, a pronounced belly, and… * Balanced, contoured handle provides ultimate control * Elegant blue handle with satin matte finish provides a secure grip These Artists' Water Colour Kolinsky Sable Brushes are specially selected from the finest available sable hair to create a brush with excellent spring, a pronounced belly, and a crisp point. This new brush line has all of the qualities expected of the finest water colour brushes, except the expensive price. Each brush is hand crafted in England by a skilled brush maker. A fine birch wood handle with the unique Winsor & Newton double bodied shape and a satin matte finish provide comfort while painting. See More
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Complete Art, Travel & Gift SetsSave Up to68%Off listStarting At: $25.99
…Half Pan set of 12 watercolors, and a Raffine Watercolor pencil set of 24, watercolor brushes and more. Jerry's Archival Watercolor Sketch Set- This tastefully designed watercolor set includes the Jerrys Petite Watercolor Pan Set, one Round Aquastroke Pro Watercolor Brush in Medium, a… All You Need to Take Your Art Anywhere! Whether you are an en plein air master or just an artist on the go, these travel art sets are for you! Each set has been specifically designed for a specific medium from oils to watercolors to drawing. These comprehensive sets also make the perfect gift for any artist, from beginners to professionals. Key Features: * Complete sets specifically designed for you * Includes everything you need Perfect For: * Travel and urban sketching * Gift giving Art To Go Kit- This collaborative kit makes the perfect gift for someone experimenting with water-soluble pastels, blending, and mixing. This set includes a set of Charvin Water Soluble Pastel Painting Sticks, Creative Inspirations Dura-Handle Short Handled Brushes, a Strathmore 300 Series Watercolor Pad, Mesh Zipper Bag, and a Jerry's eco-friendly, collapsible water bottle. Artport Watercolors Set- This tastefully designed watercolor set has everything needed to get started and experiment with watercolors. Housed in a sturdy Class Act art supply box, this set includes a Reflexions Hardbound Multimedia Journal, a Lukas Aquarell Studio Half Pan set of 12 watercolors, and a Raffine Watercolor pencil set of 24, watercolor brushes and more. Jerry's Archival Watercolor Sketch Set- This tastefully designed watercolor set includes the Jerrys Petite Watercolor Pan Set, one Round Aquastroke Pro Watercolor Brush in Medium, a Acurit Waterproof Technical Pen 0.30 mm nib, Mesh Zipper Bags Medium-Large 10" x 14", and a 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" Softbound Portrait Sketchbook Professional Watercolor 5 Piece Travel Set- This set includes Lukas Aquarell 1862 Artist Watercolor Set of 12 Half Pans, Ebony Splendor Short Handle Explorer Brush Sets, AquaTote Original Travel Water Bag, Fabriano Artistico Watercolor Block 9x12" and a Creative Mark Mesh Zipper Bag. Sennelier Watercolor Aqua Travel Set- This set contains a Sennelier Aqua Mini Watercolor Half Pan Set of 8, Reflexions 5x7" Aqua Pad, Creative Mark Mesh Zipper Bag, Set of 3 Aquastroke Watercolor Brush Pens, and Sample Mimik Round Brush. See More
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Winsor & Newton Sceptre Gold II Short Handle BrushesSave Up to50%Off listStarting At: $6.03
…brush combines red sable hair with golden synthetic fiber. All brushes have good durability, excellent spring and lots of color holding capacity. Each brush with polished maroon wood handles and seamless polished gold tone metal ferrules. Great for watercolor, oil color, alkyds and acrylic color! This brush combines red sable hair with golden synthetic fiber. All brushes have good durability, excellent spring and lots of color holding capacity. Each brush with polished maroon wood handles and seamless polished gold tone metal ferrules. Great for watercolor, oil color, alkyds and acrylic color! See More
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