When
painting or drawing with traditional media, it’s always a good idea to use high
quality materials. In the example above, I used cheaper, student grade Sap
Green watercolor on the left. On the right, I used professional quality Holbein
watercolor in the same color. Notice the difference in vibrancy and clarity.
This becomes particularly evident when the colors are dry.
The obvious drawback
to purchasing name brands is the higher cost. However, these paints are so
loaded with pigment, you will almost always have to tone down the color, as it
is too powerful straight from the tube. This means using more medium and less
paint, saving you money in the long run. It also gives you a good reason to charge
higher prices for your artwork. If you suddenly find yourself making too much
money from your commissions, go ahead and send those extra funds my way; don’t
worry about any inconvenience it may cause me.
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