Handmade watercolors- Gemstone palette by Marlette Arts review

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5 жыл бұрын

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@Pixiewithpens 5 жыл бұрын

bubba suspiciously investigating the pile of mini palettes

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Oh yes, all Bubb footage is quality footage, but him protecting me from the scary paints? That’s IMPORTANT.

@EveBolt 5 жыл бұрын

I'm loving the layering test, what a great idea :D Beautiful colors!! (omg those mixed purples!! :O ) And HI BUBBAAAAAAAA ♥

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

RIGHT?!?? THOSE PURPLES!!!!! Ugh. So pretty. The whole range is just gorgeous but man, that royal purple down on the bottom left hand corner of the mixing chart is so deep and rich and beautiful.... these are honestly all colors that are in my favorites anyway so it’s basically like cheating havin me review them. =>..

@abnormalarts5557 5 жыл бұрын

I love seeing these random scribble drawings they're so wierd and fun❤ please do more of these

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

I have tonnnnnns of doodlefinders on my channel. =>.

@VioletConnieArt 5 жыл бұрын

Great review Kat! I have not heard of this maker before so was nice to see how his paints perform, they look gorgeous!! I like using handmade paints, and I also am a maker of them based in Australia. They are so relaxing to make and is such a joy to see others painting with them too. Great to see what you did here with the ones made by Hunter, he must be proud of what he has created 🙂 handmade paints are definitely different to traditional mass produced brands but have their own qualities that make them special in their own right 🙂

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Oh neat, I didn’t know you were making your own paints, too! I dabbled in it a couple of years ago but kind of don’t have the workspace or reliable tools for the trade so shoved all my pigments and such into a bin and am letting them go to temporary waste. =>.

@Jo-lk1hx 5 жыл бұрын

I have bought some of your paints- they are truly lovely! If anyone is interested in trying Australian hand made paints, don’t hesitate!

@VioletConnieArt 5 жыл бұрын

@@Jo-lk1hx that is so lovely of you to say Joanna 💜 it makes me so very happy to hear you enjoy painting with them 😊

@KimberlyCrick 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing such a thorough review, I feel like I got to play with these myself :) That's really interesting with the violet rose color mixing with the white gel pen, I have that happen anytime I color over dye based markers.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Weeeeeeeeeeird. Because I’ve tried the pen over a bunch of different things, including inks and markers and whatnot, and it’s so far only reactivated to the two paints I mentioned. Do you remember exactly which markers did it?

@KimberlyCrick 5 жыл бұрын

@@MeowMeowKapow All of my water based "watercolor brush marker" sets like Tombow or the Arteza and Kuretake "real brush pens". I've had it happen with some strong colors of alcohol markers too from Sharpie or Copic.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Hmmmmm. I’ve got a couple water markers here and there....might have to investigate! Thanks for the info. =^.^=

@KimberlyCrick 5 жыл бұрын

@@MeowMeowKapow I'm pretty certain we could spend the rest of our lives experimenting with our art supplies lol :P A long time ago Copic started making a "opaque white" ink in a jar for dip pens advertised to "not bleed into your base color" after too many people complained to them about having their gel pen highlights turn colors from reactivating their inks. I've got to wonder if it's because some types of dye markers are made to be blended and re-wet/activated, if it matters how much color or which color you put down... oooh or which paper you use. I ran into this recently. Like you with the violet, I kinda liked the mint green highlights I got when going over the dark green colored area of my cactus marker art. I found that slower or repeat strokes (where the gel pen ink was very wet) reactivated the color below the most. Have fun if you decide to experiment :)

@stephaniemccants9379 5 жыл бұрын

I really liked the colors and how you got them to react in your artwork. How do you get your cat to leave you alone while your working mine are a-holes lol. My bf's cat has become my guard who chases the others off but she has to try and steal my supplies and for some odd reason gets triggered to major protective mode when I use my electric pencil sharpener anyone gets close after I've used it she has to attack biting and even spring-loads at them as they come close. Your cat is all chilled out and sweet mine are all psycho obsessed stalkers and thieves lol.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

AHAHAHAHA. Well, first of all, Bubba is the best. Sommmmmetimes he tries to steal things, but usually when they’re laying down on the desk, not when I’m using them. Making sure to put his bed next to my desk really helps because then he can supervise and ask for pettins whenever but also be really close. He’s also like......13 or so years old or whatever so he’s technically an old man and likes to spend a lot of his time just sleeping. I do remember when he was a kitten he used to try to attack the pencil in my hand, and I had to be extra paranoid about materials getting spilled like ink and stuff, but that didn’t really last long. He’s honestly just a good boy on his own, and as long as he gets plenty of pat pats and snackums, he stays that way.

@callmekite 5 жыл бұрын

I think the observation that resonated with me the most was you remarking about how bright the coloring was. This is really interesting paint, thank you for taking the time to review it! I look forward to The Big Pink Mystery being solved. - Wuv you Bubba 💜

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Bubba yawns and purrs slightly in response!

@InLiquidColor 5 жыл бұрын

I love the color selection in this little set! Thanks for a thorough look at Hunters paints!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

I heeeeeeartily agree that this is a gorgeous color combo! Kinda want to dupe it in other brands I have that layer even more gracefully.

@SadieSavestheDay 5 жыл бұрын

Oooh I really like the way these paints look in your style!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

I mean, like I said, I’m toooooooooootally the target audience for these particular colors so I was clearly meant to be friends with them. =>.

@jillwiswall5386 5 жыл бұрын

This is such a thorough review; thanks!!! And Bubba is adorable!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Oh, Bubba is the cutiest of booties, it’s true. Glad you liked the review! =^.^=

@ravenmagill3717 5 жыл бұрын

Oh wow those are pretty. Ty for the thorough review!!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Yah yah yah!

@eternal8song 4 жыл бұрын

I love his paint! I have his quin gold and sap green made with PO49 and I am SO GLAD I bought them.

@MeowMeowKapow 4 жыл бұрын

Yasss! Plus, hunter’s just super nice and I always feel great about supporting nice craftspeople. =^.^=

@aartadventure 5 жыл бұрын

Great review as always. I love how many people now make their own great paints. And I also appreciate that you are being so honest and clear in your review of the pro's and con's of these paints from your perspective, despite being friendly with the owner. Congrats also on hitting 5K! You are finally growing fast gurl!!! Much deserved + #goals :P

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

It’s AWESOME how many people make their own paints and I totally blame Eve Bolt for that. She convinced me like two years ago or whatever to dabble in doing it and her videos are so accessible that I’m convinced they’re part of what encouraged this sudden handmade paint boom. I’ll always be honest and try to remain objective, regardless of the product and how I obtained it. Something that I think is a pro might be something someone else thinks is a con, and vice versa. Really, as long as you’re aware of the facts you can decide if they matter or not. Y’know?

@everartokelli 5 жыл бұрын

OMG, is Marlette Art really using PO49 for that Sap Green! No wonder it's so pretty--and that Violet Rose is very delectable and covetable, too. I enjoy paints that have depth and variation, it works for making unique art. I love the very thorough review and including glazing is so helpful! As always, you are the Meow Meow Kapowiest person I know, thanks for sharing these lovely colors.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Yup, hunter found a manufacturer that makes a liquid po49 pigment and uses it to make Quin gold and sap green! It takes him like an hour or more to mull the pigment and make sure it adheres to the binder and he’s done a LOT of tweaking with that pigment in particular.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

It’s also worth noting that Dan from Penholder Arts ALSO makes a Quin gold with PO49.

@everartokelli 5 жыл бұрын

Very cool, will def check out etsy!

@leottart7027 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve never tried handmade paints, but have been eying this one for the PO49 he offers. It’s great to hear that he responds to questions and works to improve! Thanks for sharing.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

The Quin gold in particular has been rejiggered at least once, and it’s a decent though somewhat less vibrant comparison to the Daniel Smith one I have. Dan from Penholder Art also does a po49, but I haven’t tested it! (Yet)

@leottart7027 5 жыл бұрын

Oooh, maybe someday I'll go out and build a collection of handmade Quin. Golds 😍 By the time I get around to it, maybe there'll be more than there are now. Time will tell.

@sophiasherwood1790 5 жыл бұрын

I adore the quirky qualities of hand made paints. Great review!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Do you happen to have a particular maker you really enjoy?

@sophiasherwood1790 5 жыл бұрын

The last place I ordered from was an Etsy shop called SoliloquyLeather. They don’t have any pigment info, and only a handful of colors, but I really enjoyed the look and feel. There was some really interesting color seporation and granulation. The prices were good and pretty quick delivery.

@Alchemistmerlin 5 жыл бұрын

Thoughtstream as I watch the video: Oooo that neutral purple color speaks to me. Lookit that nosey bub! This music is kinda spooky. That wig does not fit that dog, I hope their duck friend is okay. puuuuuuuuuuuuurple...ooo and now its space. I like it. Forbidden candy... Whoever is handling that ducky for Bubba must be very wise and powerful.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, forbidden candy indeed. Especially because I have no idea which of these tasty treats is toxic or not! I know tho, dat purple! ::drools:: these are some of my perfect colors. What do you mean handling ducky? Ducky’s his own, live, in-control-of-his-own-movements creature! Certainly not a friend on a stick. That would just be crazy! =>.

@Sandrinesgallery 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review. Beautiful colors. It makes me want to try them!!! Oh, and your painting was very pretty too! Hehe!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

These colors are sooooooo pretttttttyyyyy.... ::drools::

@ariweaver1543 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Such beautiful colors!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Ooooh, it’s outside sniffs weather?! Maybe I’ll treat him to that today because Bubba is also a big fan of the outside sniffs. Plus, there are a ton of children outside today and he loves to watch them and make sure they don’t come and try to eat his chom choms. Gotta stay vigilant, y’know? And the dye theory is one that’s been mentioned before, but I’m only half convinced! Mostly because the results thus far are inconclusive, and because I’ve tested enough white pens for the data to be even more confusing. Still, dye keeps coming back up as a possibility so I’m wondering how to really prove it.

@ariweaver1543 5 жыл бұрын

@@MeowMeowKapow The protection of the chom choms is the most sacred task that can befall any member of the Meowcracy, second only to the appropriate veneration of a suddenly appearing sun nap spot. *nods solemnly* Also, I have no idea how to prove or disprove the dye theory. But, if you ever figure out something, I'd certainly love to know!

@nancypalmer6729 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve tried making my own paint, and watercolor is TRICKY to make consistently! Once you’ve done it a couple of times, your respect for these artisans skyrockets. 🙀 Of course, you know this. 😜

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I made my own watercolors for like....a month and then I was like “meh. I’m done for now.” That was two years ago. Still waiting for the “for now” to be over and me to want to make them again. =>.

@nancypalmer6729 5 жыл бұрын

Meow Meow Kapow Now you can take those unused pigments and make EGG TEMPERA.

@cazumbandoartmaddy1728 5 жыл бұрын

very good review, kat! i loved your doodlefinder because the paints, although very pigmented they are very... like, muted? its a palette consisting of earth tones and dark values, so i wouldnt call it vibrant myself, but your mixing choices made your piece stand out! :D so far about handmade paints, ive gotten some from an indian paintmaker, Trupti, from Arkaarcreation. Her paints a re good and affordable for those outside US and while she has some staple colors every other paintmaker does (ie yellow ochre, ult. blue, yellows and so on) she also has some nice colors you dont see too often, like green earth, potter's pink, manganese violet and even genuine indigo! (NB1) i love her paints, they are fairly easy to rewet, albeit the potters pink and green earth a little on the dry side. Green earth is probably a clay? so it has a weaker color payoff, but i suspect that is the propriety of the pigment rather than the paintmaker's doing. it doesnt matter for me because it is charming in the way it is delicate!

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve only tried a couple different handmade paints, and even though I haven’t gone back and used them as often as “normal” paints, I always really enjoy getting to play with them. Like you said, they’re all different and charming and I think it’s like meeting a new person every time you try a handmade paint.

@MDCampbell 5 жыл бұрын

Lots of fun watching you present these colors! I feel bad all the small paint makers out there who are so overshadowed by the big corporate giants of the industry. But how do you measure whether hand-made paints are artist grade, mid grade, or student grade? As you said, each maker has their own character and formula style, but it's tough to know. Some beautiful colors in this set and will definitely have to look more closely at the paint makers on Etsy! Cheers and glad you got to check these out! :)

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, it’s difficult to what “grade” of paints handmade ones are because most of them haven’t been put through rigorous testing, and like I said in this video, one of the paints is made with an unconfirmed pigment. Without knowing the viability of the raw materials just to start with, it’s pretty much impossible to really know what’s up. But it’s a risk worth playing with.

@MDCampbell 5 жыл бұрын

@@MeowMeowKapow yeah, that "unconfirmed" bit would be a wrench in the works. When I jumped on the Prima Marketing bandwagon, a few years ago, they were all the rage - yet, there was zero information about their pigment, transparency, or lightfastness. I still actually use them and have some in my travel set, because exactly like you said, it's worth playing with! :)

@Dan.B.Artist 5 жыл бұрын

Handmade paints are definetly the best, no of course im not being biased. (ps I maybe a little bias)

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

=>.

@Dan.B.Artist 5 жыл бұрын

@@MeowMeowKapow Exactly! :)

@femenezesart 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe is a fluorescent pigment? They are the reason some purpled and pinks - and specifically opera- are so bright and maybe this sort of pigment reactivates more easily and that’s why it effects juicier white gel pens? Some fluorescent markers do the same to me. Just a guess though

@MeowMeowKapow 4 жыл бұрын

🤷‍♀️ I have no darn clue. I’ve done tests with other paints that I know have fluro in them and had it not happen, and I’ve had it happen with ones that don’t, and it still happens. It’s a very weird quirk of the uniball signo pen, I guess.

@femenezesart 4 жыл бұрын

Meow Meow Kapow that’s so interesting

@LaynieFingers 5 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! I recently picked up the Meiliang (Pretty Excellent) watercolor set, from the people who make Paul Rubens watercolors. I'm in love with them, especially because of the vibrancy of the colors as well as the price ($19-22ish, depending on the vendor). Since you like reviewing watercolors, I thought you might be interested in these. I'm not associated with them, I just really love them, and I'd love to hear your thoughts about them.

@LaynieFingers 5 жыл бұрын

Oh, and Bubba just makes your videos even better!! 💙

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard of them and considered them down the line, but due to budgetary constraints and my current material backlog it’ll be a lonnnnnnnnng time before I even consider checking them out. =>.

@LaynieFingers 5 жыл бұрын

@@MeowMeowKapow I understand completely. That's one reason I love them... I'm disabled and can't work, so budget is super tight. I used birthday money to get these...

@puffyjo 4 жыл бұрын

try a jelly roll instead its permanent the uni ball is not permanent

@MeowMeowKapow 4 жыл бұрын

I actually did a huge video where I tested a bunch of different white pens and don’t use either of these any more as a result! Still, I include them in paint testing videos from time to time because I know others still prefer both of these common brands.

@KitarraChaosWeaver 5 жыл бұрын

I thought at first you said Paint Thins....like Wheat Thins but you know...more colorful....betcha you could make them out of chocolate. That having been said....there has to be a story with why the is a hedgebear (clearly a hedgehog bear hybrid) and what is clearly a lawn goose (clearly the lovechild of a goose and a rather lush lawn) are making love under the stars. Can I use clearly any more times in this paragraph. Clearly not. The rodents send Bubba ice cubes so he does not melt in the heat. They are expressly NOT for making Catnip Mojitos! In case anyone asks.

@MeowMeowKapow 5 жыл бұрын

=>.

@KitarraChaosWeaver 5 жыл бұрын

@@MeowMeowKapow Clearly! Glad to hear Bubba is not melting into a little black pile of goo.