5 PROBLEMS WITH GOUACHE | And How to Solve Them

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2 жыл бұрын

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Gouache presents at least five difficulties: it freezes, it dries fast, it reactivates, it looks chalky, and it shifts values when it dries. James Gurney faces each of these challenges, answering viewer questions as he paints Hudson River iceboats, and charts the properties of gouache, casein, and acrylic.
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@thefrugalcrafter 2 жыл бұрын

This was fabulous! I just watched the whole thing and loved every minute of it. It never occured to me to varnish gouache. Can't wait to get my paint out! Thanks!

@gabrielbruce1977 2 жыл бұрын

RIGHT?! I was protecting my pieces with beeswax, I never thought varnish was even an option.

@frannyca 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, excellent ideas!

@rocifier 2 жыл бұрын

I experimented with damar varnish and it worked great, didn't smudge the gouache in the slightest even while brushing it on with repeated motions

@kerriefearby9542 Жыл бұрын

I always use an acrylic spray varnish over gouache

@nerfherder4284 2 жыл бұрын

I would just like you to know, James, how appreciative I am for your videos. It really is like a free college level class, with no pressure to be graded. Your style and generosity beyond the painting is top notch. Thanks! ...funny side note: bread is still used on major art restorations the world around.

@allysonberry8708 2 жыл бұрын

Not only did I learn a whole lot about gouache, I also learned a whole lot about ice sailing. Very informative video. Thanks for sharing!

@ArtofLuba 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting comments in the video. I saw someone commenting about the chalkiness after drying vs watercolour. Gouache is an exceptional medium for scanning and/or artwork photography, to be turned into commercial art prints. No glare, and it can be touched up and contrast added in post-production Photoshop editing. Superior medium for reproduction!

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the "no-glare" quality of the matte surface makes it much easier to photograph, as anyone who shoots highly varnished artwork well knows. Plus if you're shooting art into a digital file, you can always restore the contrast with Levels in Photoshop.

@SiningniSing 2 жыл бұрын

Am so excited for this. I haven't been able to paint for about two months. This will help me get back on track.

@artscience9981 2 жыл бұрын

I started using gouache in my plein air painting because of your videos, James. I have encountered pretty much all of these problems. Thanks so much for your generosity in sharing all these solutions, and for the creativity with which you mix real life experience in with the painting instruction!

@BathroomTile 2 жыл бұрын

This video is such a gem. Even though I no longer paint traditionally it's just got such an easygoing cozy vibe to it that's just nice to have on in the background. I love how it casually switches between plen-air painting, interviewing the people related to the subject that's being painted, old-school TV-style call-in questions and impromptu in-studio demonstrations as an answer to those questions.

@SharonCullenArt Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! One thing I do for my gouache is put a dop or two of clove oil in each well to prevent mold, and also use a few drops of gum Arabic rather than glycerin to keep my gouache softer longer in the palette. I use the small sealable palette. I took a 5 month break from my gouache and when I opened the palette not one bit of mold and the gouache was still soft but was just beginning to dry on the top. A few sprays of water and a toothpick to stir and. I was back at it again. And for the person asking about white gouache, after much trial and error with different brands I find that M. Graham white gouache is the most opaque. Also for final touches of white, the Dr Ph Martin’s bleedproof white ink is fully opaque and makes beautiful white areas. I do not use it to mix with gouache though. I will use this more with watercolor only because I have the white gouache out when painting with gouache. It is just a convenience thing. Also when putting successive layers on I use a bit less water with each subsequent layer if I don’t want mixing.

@JamesGurney Жыл бұрын

Thanks for detailing those helpful tips, Sharon.

@chantillycat5415 2 жыл бұрын

Gouache problem solving?! Definitely will be worth the wait. In the meantime I'll read the Believable Make-Believe article that arrived in the mailbox yesterday. :)

@sarahaase2894 2 жыл бұрын

I just have to say I thought it was so cool that I got an email voice memo from James Gurney letting me know that my question would be included in this video! I’m sorry I wasn’t able to make the Live, but I can’t wait to watch this and listen! It was such a pleasant surprise getting that voice memo!

@ryotran8440 2 жыл бұрын

I've always feel that you're a blessing and despite all the negative of media, I'm also so thankful for it. I'd never believe that we get to experience such wonderful lesson from a living master online like this. It's just unbelievable. Thank you so much for going out of your way to make videos and share your workmanship.

@deniseracine6788 Жыл бұрын

I can’t believe how much content there is in one single video! This must have been so much work to produce. Thank you so much for all of your hard work. I listened to the whole thing and enjoyed every second!

@SaschaBiermanns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanke for the wonderful livestream yesterday. It was very enlightning! In the stream, the question came up, which pigments are used in the Caran d'Ache Gouache Set. Here is a list of them, in the order of the colors from top left to bottom right: - PY3 (cool yellow) - PY1 (warm yellow) - PR4 (warm red) - PR23, PR170 (cool red) - PR81:1, PV2 (magenta) - PR101, PBk7 (burnt umbra) - PY42 (yellow ochre) - PY3, PG7 (sap green) - PG7, PY3 (forest green) - PG7, PB15:3 (turquoise) - PB15:3 (cyan blue) - PB29 (ultramarine blue) - PW6, PB15, PBk7 (neutral grey) - PBk7 (black) The tube white is PW6. Another hint: if you use an air tight palette, like I do, squeeze out some tube gouache into it, use some drops of honey on every color, mix the honey into the color, give some drops of destilled water on top and close the air tight palette. Now you can use the gouache from the sealed palette and the gouache shouldn't crack anymore (tested with Winsor&Newton Designers Gouache, Schmincke Horadam Gouache and Royal Talens extra fine Gouache). It should be fresh for one or more weeks, you can add again some drops of destilled water once every week to keep it fresh and useable anytime. And if you want to tweek your mixing palette outside, use a stay wet palette. It keeps your Gouache fresh and rewetable for a long time. The same hint with watering the stay wet palette once a week with some drops of destilled water works for it too.

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that info, Sascha

@utube1928 2 жыл бұрын

Would glycerine do the same thing? I am concerned about mold as I had that issue with some watercolors that included honey. I guess the follow up to that is how do you keep it from molding? I have used Schminke Hordam Gouache and their Designers Gouache as well as W&N Designers (old school) Gouache -- Your thoughts on Caran d'Ache Gouache vs Schminke Hordam Gouache? I really like the Schminke brand products in general.

@belle42 2 жыл бұрын

James, I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy watching your videos. You do such a professional presentation yet make us feel at ease with your down to earth subject matter and "on the spot" demos. What a privilege to be able to glean from your knowledge, experience and skills. In this videos we had a history lesson and shared life experience as you took so much of your time to answer a plethora of questions from your viewers! Your art work will live as a legacy. But, also we are all a little better from hearing your great stories and quirky take on life. Thank you. Colleen Seattle, WA

@jasonbecker4974 Жыл бұрын

I am always amazed how loose your paint strokes can be, yet the perceived realism at the end is undeniable. Something to marvel at each week. Thank you.

@lisastewart4991 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Fantastic video. You’re incredibly generous with you knowledge.💐 Will be getting the full version for sure!

@ginadesperado 2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate what you've shared with us here! and it's impressive not receive any sponsors with your KZfaq channel, thank you for your generosity to share your profession skills, learn a lot from you! 😊😊😊🙏

@alicebeshay1744 2 жыл бұрын

I love working with gouache!! I think its chalciness is part of its beauty😍 Thank you James for your wonderfull lesson and beautiful film about the ice sealing

@garthok6224 2 жыл бұрын

You are so generous with your knowledge I hope you get a lot back

@mutiaa305 2 жыл бұрын

finally, I see James with miya gouache!! Can’t be more excited🥳

@lisastewart4991 2 жыл бұрын

Good owning. 4.00am here in Melbourne. 😵‍💫 Not missing this one though.

@farben_ 2 жыл бұрын

Never heard that Talens had a special binder and I have been using them for years, Talens does have an opacifier added to the paints which I do like.

@MrQuaazga Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video. With the problems gouache has I still love this paint. I love the chalky look too.

@SarahAndBoston 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! James you're so resourceful in dealing with the cold. Great tips.

@richardgustafson1597 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your all your videos and blogs, they are very helpful and inspiring!! Best to you and your family !

@CharleyWang 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful experience, beautiful paintings, outdoor sketching in winter, thank you for sharing!

@ANightatClubS 2 жыл бұрын

Hey James, I love the long format of this video where we can watch you slowly develop the painting. And the thoughtfulness of all of the comments and answers. Thanks for teaching me how to paint!

@carolepivarnik9316 2 жыл бұрын

This was great to listen to. Love hearing everyone's voices asking their own questions.

@perinilan4364 2 жыл бұрын

Great info, thank! Also really enjoyed watching you work through the painting, then results when it was varnished. Love the video clips out on the ice!

@pebblesthecat3625 2 жыл бұрын

*Mr Gurney* Over 2 years ago, I commented on one of your video's, asking if you would write the diffinitive guide to gouache. The comment got about 19 responses from people, all saying they would buy it, pre order it, queue all night to get it etc. It got roughly 550 likes 👍 as everyone thought it a fantastic idea and wanted you to write this book. You said you would consider it. I was just wondering since we've all had a 6 month time out from the world, if you had thought any more on the suggestion, even possibly started writing it ?

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking. In spare moments I've been writing an outline for it. A few basic concepts for the book have changed, and I think it keeps getting better, but it's still a ways off.

@pebblesthecat3625 2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesGurney That's great news ! I don't think anyone who watches your videos will care how long it takes to write because we all know it's going to be brilliantly written, easily understandable, be exquisitely illustrated throughout, and be completely comprehensive on the subject. In other words - utterly fabulous !

@danielle_4.34 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mr. Gurney, that's great news! Looking foward to it. Good luck with everything, may God bless you, Sir. Wishing you peace and joy with Him. Thanks for all you're giving us by sharing your thought process etc. while painting. It helps so much!

@vllad74 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you James! Beautiful painting!

@svetlanaproskurovska6795 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, James! Very informative and enjoyable to watch your programs.

@barbaraemerson1345 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent information and painting as always!!! Thank you, thank you :)

@ayyadhammadipa9502 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done, James. Thank you for sharing your skills and your fascination with the world.

@glennscannell8802 2 жыл бұрын

I like how how James does real good videos on gouache, I’ve done gouache and noticed it’s not a real common medium, I had good results with gouache!!!

@Alexmaystudio 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a real fan of this format. Great job!

@andrewkingsley2326 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, this is really helpful. Thanks for taking the time to put this together, man.

@ginabadeaux9319 2 жыл бұрын

i love your personality and we all know your art is awsome,so nice to see you im really getting onto watercolor

@yvonnevanoni-peterson254 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Just getting started in gouache. Answered questions I didn't know to ask:)

@TheINKspiredLife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I have not yet painted with gouache, and am excited to give it a try. Endless gratitude for you inspiration.

@DannySabraArt 2 жыл бұрын

Very excited to see the full tutorial on gumroad, I have often run into issues with the gouache reactivating. Usually I get around it by either using thicker gouache on top of thinner applications, or I run off the lower layer or I just use a light touch. Cant wait to see the full thing! 👍

@julielevasseur7391 2 жыл бұрын

I love your work. It seems like a combination of watercolor and gouache is a good medium for me. Your valuable information makes me hopeful.

@2B87 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mr. Gurney. What an insightful video yet again. Your calming and beautiful way of sharing your knowledge always leaves a deep impression on me, as well as seeing your paintings come to live. Maybe I can shake your hand one day to also thank you in person. A lot of health and happiness. Greetings from Germany.

@cclarke6 2 жыл бұрын

Great video James. Thank you so much.

@oceaneco1 2 жыл бұрын

I primarily used gouache for painting birds and am starting to paint bigger subjects and landscapes using gouache and watercolor. This video is fantastic in so many ways and it answered so many questions I had. Thank you for being so generous with your time and knowledge!

@user-lq5cx7tw8d 4 ай бұрын

How fun to see this. When I was a kid, I used to watch ice boat races on the Chain of Lakes in Lake County, Illinois...they used to fly! Thanks as always for the great tips on gouache, which I'm about to start to use alongside my usual medium of watercolor...

@1969kbl Жыл бұрын

You are one top master of art in out times. And I am absolutely honored to follow you and your work for the past many years, since I watched Dinotopia with my daughter. Love love love all your work.❤

@evetteurbino Ай бұрын

Wow! What a great "discussion" about gouache. I really enjoyed all the questions and answers. I enjoyed your painting, and I bet it was a lot of fun taking a ride on that iceboat! Thank you so much for this tutorial and for answering all the questions. 👏🏻

@HgoArt 2 жыл бұрын

One more vídeo for my collection! Gouache is my favorite medium, I love it's versatility.

@sueb1676 10 ай бұрын

Gosh James, you are truly an gift to those of us on this artistic journey. Thank you. Bless you.

@sameaston9587 2 жыл бұрын

It's quite lovely to hear all the wonderful accents.

@RianaDorsey 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the video! When I was introduced to gouache in art school, we only used them to make swatches in color theory and design classes. I loved the quality of the paint but I was sad that we never learned to use them to paint art. I'm very appreciative of your work to showcase gouache to the world. I do digital art for work but you have inspired me a while back to buy some tubes of casein and gouache and do traditional paintings again in my spare time. It's been a joy, and it's always exciting when you release a new tutorial.

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, for me too, in art school, gouache = color swatches.

@jessbooth5495 2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to thank you for all of your insights and effort put into the production of this video. I’m relatively new to gouche and you answered many of my questions whilst watching your beautiful artwork.

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@juliecostello42 Жыл бұрын

Huge fans, your work is so different!

@katrine-beth2059 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video!!! I'm a geeky person and recently been in love with gouache, this video! Thank you!

@katopaints 2 жыл бұрын

So excited to see your thought on the himi set :)

@lindamariecrabb8210 2 жыл бұрын

Grazie Mille James, usually I paint in oils or watercolorsbut have just been gifted several sets of gouache and you've answered a lot of the questions I had...Linda

@rachelsstudiodotcom 2 жыл бұрын

PS I talk about your channel again in today's video that will drop at 10 Eastern at about minute 14:50. I seriously am so ga-ga over this bit of knowledge and am so thankful for you sharing it. I really think it will change my painting in a big way!

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, Rachel, thanks for mentioning the Rembrandt Principle. Love the way you used it to make the cat's eyes come to life!

@rachelsstudiodotcom 2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesGurney my pleasure!

@rskrakau8137 2 жыл бұрын

This is an incredibly high quality video for youtube. Even for your very high standards dear James. All the best

@farben_ 2 жыл бұрын

Best solution for palettes is to get a stay wet palette like the ones Masterson make, there's a 857 that is large enough and still be portable.

@FeralEcho Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing all this, tons of useful information and a lot of work on your end so it’s much appreciated.

@MrDrummer316 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your videos James. I had a thought about the person who had trouble with paint not adhering near drawn pencil lines, I had similar trouble, it turned out to be grease from my hands from touching the paper when drawing. Take care, thanks again.

@valnelson9495 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic useful tips--with very clear instruction and engaging delivery. This is a great resource for any artist wanting to learn more about gouache. I love the examples by Menzel who is one of my top realist artists along with Manet and Velasquez and Antonio Lopez. thank you so much! And beautiful art by James Gurney, what a gift you are offering to the world. :)

@derekfernandez7701 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this long form video - it's so well produced and a joy to watch! I was wondering about when you paint larger gouche scenes - do your techniques change with covering larger areas? (eg abstraction of details? Brush techniques?) Thanks again, I love your videos and art! 💙

@sob2237 2 жыл бұрын

I have never seen ice boats! They're amazing.

@theseconddarrin3788 2 жыл бұрын

I like the painting combined with the Q&A.

@KawikaDowney 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you James I love your work and videos. Syd Mead inspired me to Gouache paint.

@karlaarbefeuille4161 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. It’s so full of valuable info and the scenery is great! A quick note re: reconstituting dried out gouache or preserving a smooth consistency when working in a dry or heated environment. I learned this from Lena Rivo. She recommends adding Winsor & Newton blending medium for watercolor in the proportions of one part medium to four parts paint. Hope this helps!

@rashone2879 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic helpful video...thank you...so many useful tips, especially regarding value shifting.

@Thestripper1 2 жыл бұрын

24:33 That's the paint drip accuracy of a true master!

@farben_ 2 жыл бұрын

You can mix gum arabic and the gouache paints will dry glossy, you can also use gum arabic to mask an area of gouache and then paint over without disrupting the other layers, you can with Holbein gum arabic not sure with other brands.

@DannySabraArt 2 жыл бұрын

Thats a great tip! i'll have to try this

@farben_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@DannySabraArt The surface will be mirror like so it may not be for everyone but for people that don't like the chalky finish of traditional gouache they don't have to mix or use acrylic mediums. Holbein Gum Arabic is a bit weird, I would recommend trying other brands that mix better, it makes gouache feel like oils, Holbein's is too gummy but seals enough that you can layer without disrupting the paint underneath, just don't mix water with the gum arabic.

@DannySabraArt 2 жыл бұрын

@@farben_ good to know. I actually like the matte finish but have sometimes wanted to mitigate the lifting and resetting that gouache does. I’ve thought about trying acylic gouache or just using matte medium mixed, especially with under layers. I could see it as a part of your process but also I sometimes question why we’re trying to get the paint to do something it’s not designed to do. Maybe just painting in acrylics would be better at a certain point lol

@farben_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@DannySabraArt Matte medium has a sheen once it dries, it's not matte like gouache as I tried it too for that same reason and was surprised to find it's not actually matte. Acrylic gouache is great, you can paint a layer with acrylic gouache then the top layer with traditional gouache, I've done it and can say that it works. Acrylics didn't work, it rejects the gouache, I tried it with Liquitex soft body acrylics. Airbrush medium by Liquitex is something that can be mixed with traditional gouache and it will behave like traditional gouache once wet and once it dries is completely waterproof, it dries flat, this in my opinion is the best medium for gouache.

@DannySabraArt 2 жыл бұрын

@@farben_ thanks for the tip! I will have to try it. I suppose this is maybe why Gurney also recommends Casein although I haven’t had as much luck with it. It’s a lot more stiff and difficult to get the right consistency.

@panchoverde5078 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for answering my question!

@michelletulumello661 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! I LOVE iceboats!! I live in upstate NY and have been wanting to watch iceboats forever.

@patmcdonagh8939 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video, very inspiring & I’ve learnt so much, but it was also a pleasure to watch, thank you from a Galway boy..

@sprucehouse9 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for another valuable video! I've added the Gumroad video to my "Gurney Library". I'm going to check out some more of the Mentzel gouache paintings - he really did some amazing work in all media.

@DavidLucas-hf1cx 2 жыл бұрын

I love your painting videos (always !) but I could watch a full episode on just those beautiful ice boats.. Thank you

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Try this video, which got some nice on-board shots of Hudson River iceboats: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/attyaLN3seDHn4U.html

@05carsm 2 жыл бұрын

I love the production and attention to details in your videos, never tried gouache by the way, only work with watercolors and watercolor pencils

@Yenrabbit Жыл бұрын

Lovely video James thank you :)

@damienkearns3654 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video, thoroughly enjoyed it all 👏

@P-A-X- 2 жыл бұрын

You are extremely good, I admire you so much. Thank you a lot for sharing your skills and talent 🙏🏻

@bonniemccarty6713 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks for all the information you shared. 🙂

@michaelleavenworth5021 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I missed the live! But grateful for all the answers/advice, and all your other videos as always!

@vicc19 2 жыл бұрын

Thats so interesting! I`ve never seen snow in my life, apart from videos and pictures... But I loved watching this video, tho I`ll probably never have to mix my paint with vodka haha!

@SKS_Erika 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thank you so much!

@JasonChalker1 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I really love your work. For what it's worth... as far as varnishes go, I've had very good luck with Montana spray paint Matte Varnish.

@davidp5981 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video James.

@jekalambert9412 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this video and all the Q&A. Great info! I found that Le Pen fineliners and Pilot G-2 pens will write consistently on gouache without skipping. Both brands come in a variety of widths. G-2 pens are inexpensive and widely available. Le Pens are waterproof, G-2s are not. Pilot Hi-Tec C pens also write on gouache, but the 0.4 tends to look scratchy whereas the G-2 0.38 writes smoothly. Hi-Tec Cs are not water resistant. Hope this helps Arthur (and other artists). I use Holbein gouache from a dry palette. It's become my favorite brand because it reactivates easily to a thick creamy consistency that has as much opacity as gouache from the tube. I've experimented with Arteza, W&N, and Royal Talens. Holbein is the only brand I've tried that reactivates to the consistency of paint straight from the tube.

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all these practical tips, Jeka.

@miquelmendez5465 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thank you.

@MrSageCurtis 2 жыл бұрын

This was an excellent video, I really loved it.

@dneel468 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video, thank you.

@eshmawi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for much, to you (and your team) for doing this. I found it VERY helpful, and kind, thank you.

@JamesGurney 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! By the way, the team is just me and my wife and Smooth.

@eshmawi 2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesGurney 3 is a good number! If it was good enough for the Musketeers, it should be good enough for the Gurneys!

@meryle.hawkins880 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this information. You are a wonderful artist

@angelalewis4213 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best thing I have seen in 2022.

@dkwanarts669 2 жыл бұрын

this is like the video I didn't know I needed until I watched it

@stevekobb3850 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video, James. For those who asked about gouache-to-water ratios, this easy-to-remember classification system may be helpful: Tea Coffee Milk Cream Butter. Keep that in mind as you add water to the paint. It will help you decide what you really want.

@RobertHopkinsArt 2 жыл бұрын

PH Martens Bleed Proof White paint works great for me! It is watercolor but has worked great for me when I mix UB with it for tree holes.

@jeffhreid 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Entertaining and informative

@mountaintownnaturalist2646 2 жыл бұрын

Hoping you’ll address questions about pan gouache (worth the problems? How to activate?) and gouache brushes (synthetic better than natural)

@HondoTrailside 2 жыл бұрын

It depends on the style, natural is best for large wetting, and in the case of the best detail brushes. James gets around expense by painting small. On some of his paintings he has done a big wash with a utility pack Michaels brush. It carries enough water for a 5x7 where one would prefer a 150 dollar mop when doing a 24x36 When using straight gouache, you can use brushes that one would use for acrylic. For those the Black/Silver brushes are good and only cost about 2-3 dollars. Synthetic is good, he has used this travel set I bought because he used it. But the thing is often he has a dead cheap dollar store brush in the holder that has replaced one of the 8 dollar brushes that comes with the set. That was the Richeson Watermedia Plein air pocket set. But if you want to spend that kind of money, look into the Rosemary Brushes from the UK. Easy to order and regarded as top of the line. James will use a rigger for detail, and they can be cheap, and that avoids the cost of sable. And he will use paint pens, water colour pencils, etc... Also for detail.