Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI Graphite Colors 6 colours Watercolour Paint Set, Professional-quality art supplies for artists, Non-Toxic, Made in Japan

Fantastic, dry matt and can achieve texture by partially removing with tissue. I think these are one of the better paints by this brand. I'm going to try loads of wet on wet and bleeding colours together. The container is not as good as the other pallets, it has a clear plastic cover and the colours are on the outer side edge of base box. Not the easiest to put back or remove or as eco friendly as the the other cardboard boxes. Over all though, these are beautiful paints. The yellow is more moss green colou, found that a bit disappointing.

These are really fascinating watercolour paints as they separate into differing colours. The unpredictability of them is wonderful. They are great for backgrounds and expressive work.

Produces interesting subtle effects

These paints are can interesting addition to my collection especially as they are also tinted in different shades. Although I have not used them much they have been useful for some dark background areas.

These were really interesting paints, not like any other colour in my watercolour sets; the colours mite seem a tad austere but actually they are really earthy, they dry beautifully, and would be great for animals and birds, building and cities, and portraits. For the price, I think they really make a good addition to ones palette, and I think they encourage one to paint monochrome, which can be very exciting and challenging. Someone's we can get seduced by all the incredible colours on offer these days and skip over the simpler colour schemes. Worth the money, full pans that feel like they'll last for ages. Re the metallic effect from 'rubbing' after it dries, I'm not so sure, couldn't make it happen but I'll keep experimenting and try and get back to u on this point!

These are the most beautiful paints! The only word to describe them is stunning - they feel amazing on the brush and lay down so well. They work well with regular watercolours too and I'm so happy with them. The only thing to bear in mind is that they are not in a case. They come in a cardboard tray and for storage you have to use the plastic retail carton they ship in. It's a real shame because it makes them a bit inconvenient for the way I use them, but that's the only negative about this set - the paints are so good that I can't even dock a star for it. If you're on the fence, just treat yourself!

Great colours and texture, dry out very quick.

Great quality

I fell in love with the graphite and granulating paints immediately. They are so versatile and lend themselves to any colorway and genre. Exceptional quality, large pan size for large or small brushes (as do all Kuretaki paints) very affordable. I cannot find fault whether professional, hobby or student artist they will take pride of place in your gallery.

Pigments are brilliant. Deep and rich.

Fantástico, son colores únicos, con la calidad Kuretake. Indispensables para los profesionales en acuarela. 🇲🇽

I love these. I usually do bright paintings and mix any darks I need but when I want moody I go to this set. Every color looks well with others in set They lift fairly well and respond to salt and Epson's salts beautifully. But for all these good points the best is that the pans are ready in seconds after you add water. I don’t have to wait 5 minutes for the paint in the pan to be usable. Add a few drops of water and a portion (equal to the water) of the pan liquifys within seconds. It’s juicy and ready to move to the mixing area of my palette or directly to the painting surface. It’s like from the tube fresh, vibrant, and rich. I emphasize rich. Lots of pigment ,right there ,right NOW !! LOVE THEM !!!!

Schönes, gedecktes Farbset, das sich sicherlich anders verhält als westliche Aquarellfarben, mit denen ich nur bedingt Erfahrung habe, daher ist ein Vergleich an dieser Stelle nicht möglich. Die Farben lassen sich sehr gut mit Wasser auf einer extra Palette verdünnen, sodass man sich schön von hellen zu dunklen Farbtönen vorarbeiten kann. Die Mischbarkeit ist ebenfalls gegeben und völlig in Ordnung. Die Verteilung auf dem Papier ist angenehm und leichtgängig. Auch eine spätere Anlösbarkeit auf dem Papier ist gegeben. Den metallischen Effekt durch Polieren mit Silberbesteck o. ä. ist vorrangig bei starkpigmentierten, unverdünnten Farbbereichen und nur bei entsprechender Lichteinstrahlung sichtbar. Die Näpfchen sind relativ groß. Über den Füllstand und deren Haltbarkeit kann ich momentan noch keine Aussage tätigen. Bisher scheinen die Farben jedoch sehr ergiebig zu sein. Wie in anderen Rezensionen angesprochen, fehlt eine Abdeckung der Farben. Ich persönlich handhabe es so, dass die Palette nach dem Trocknen zurück in die Plastikverpackung geschoben und dort geschlossen aufbewahrt wird, sodass nichts verloren gehen kann. Preislich ist das Set für hochwertige Farben meiner Ansicht nach in Ordnung. Nicht zu vergessen ist auch, dass bei Importen aus anderen Ländern idR Einfurumsatzsteuer oder andere Zollgebühren anfallen, die unter Umständen bei entsprechend höheren Preise durch die Verkäufer abgedeckt werden, sodass das Kauferlebnis für die Kunden angenehmer wird. Insgesamt bin ich mit dem Erwerb der Farben sehr zufrieden und kann sie bisher uneingeschränkt empfehlen.