Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour - 5ml
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The Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour range is ideal for serious artists and illustrators seeking archival-quality pigments with exceptional transparency and brilliance. These paints offer unmatched color strength and stability, though they require a higher initial investment compared to student-grade alternatives. With 107 colors available, this collection is designed for creators who prioritize lightfastness, clean mixing capabilities, and long-term permanence in their professional watercolor work.
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| Model Part Number | 0102362 |
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| Brand | Winsor and Newton |
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FAQs
Are these paints lightfast?
Yes, 104 of the 108 colors in the range have an AA or A rating, indicating excellent permanence and resistance to fading.
What does single-pigment mean?
A single-pigment color is made from only one type of pigment, which results in cleaner, more predictable mixtures that do not turn muddy.
Can I use these with student-grade paints?
Yes, they are compatible with other watercolor brands, though performance may vary depending on the quality of the other paints used.
How should I store my tubes?
Keep them tightly capped in a cool, dry environment. Always wipe the tube threads clean after use to ensure a proper seal.
What brush do you recommend for these paints?
For optimal performance, Winsor & Newton recommends their Series 7 Sable Watercolour Brushes.
Troubleshooting
Paint appears separated in the tube
This is common with high-pigment professional paints. Simply massage the closed tube gently to re-mix the binder and pigment.
Colors are muddy when mixing
Check if you are mixing too many different pigments at once. Switch to using more single-pigment shades from the range to keep mixtures clean.
Paint dries too quickly on the paper
Ensure your paper is properly sized and consider adding a small amount of watercolor blending medium to keep the wash open longer.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Unrivaled transparency and color brilliance
- High concentration of pure, lightfast pigments
- Extensive range of single-pigment colors for clean mixing
- Archival quality ensures long-term artwork preservation
Cons
- Higher price point than student-grade paints
- Individual tube size (5ml) requires frequent replenishment for large washes
- Professional consistency requires practice for beginners to master
Setup, Compatibility & Care
To set up your palette, squeeze a small pea-sized amount of paint into a high-quality ceramic or plastic mixing tray. Since these are highly concentrated, you can dilute them with varying amounts of distilled water to achieve anything from a pale wash to a deep, saturated color. These paints are fully compatible with other professional-grade watercolor brands and mediums, such as masking fluid or granulation medium. When finished, ensure tubes are wiped clean and tightly capped to prevent the paint from drying out or pigment separation. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain the integrity of the pigments over time.