Arches vs Fabriano Artistico: what differs and how to compare them
Two papers that painters argue about constantly, and how to compare them under the conditions that matter to your work.
Materials
What watercolour pigment codes actually mean, and why they matter
Materials · Guide By the end of this article you will be able to read any tube label, understand what
Materials
Best watercolour paper for beginners in the UK
Materials · Guide Start with 300gsm cold press paper, the most forgiving surface for most subjects. Choose Bockingford for affordable
Getting Started
Watercolour beginner mistakes: the five that matter most
Five early watercolour problems explained through paper, water, handling, drying and pigment choices, with practical corrections for each.
Materials, Getting Started
Best watercolour set for beginners: what to buy and what to leave out
By the end of this article you will know exactly what to spend your money on, what to ignore, and why the conventional advice about starter kits is sometimes wrong.