Watercolours for Everyone — Which Set is Right for You?

Watercolour is one of the most popular painting mediums in the world — and for good reason. It's versatile, easy to transport, and produces a beautiful finish. But which set is right for you? Let's take a look at the main options available from us.

For Beginners

If you're trying watercolours for the first time, it's a good idea to start with a set that's affordable but still delivers great colour saturation.

• HIMI Solid Watercolour Set (24 colours) — A fantastic starter set with 24 colours and a brush included. These are solid watercolours, meaning they come in pan form and blend easily.
• Roman Szmal Beginner Set (5 colours) — A Polish artisan brand that produces its paints in small batches. This set is a perfect introduction to professional-quality watercolours without breaking the bank.

For Hobbyists and Intermediate Artists

If you've painted with watercolours before and are ready to upgrade to better quality, these sets are a great choice:

• Rosa Gallery Classic Set (12 colours) — A Ukrainian brand known for high pigmentation and excellent mixing properties. Outstanding value for the quality.
• Roman Szmal Aquarius Travel Set (12 colours) — A compact travel set in a slim metal tin that's easy to take anywhere.

For Professional Artists

When you want the very best quality available:

• White Nights Watercolours — Russian paints from Nevskaya Palitra, renowned worldwide for exceptional pigmentation and superior mixing qualities.
• Daniel Smith Watercolours — An American brand widely regarded as one of the finest in the world. They offer incredible colour saturation and unique mineral-based pigments that no other manufacturer produces. Browse our selection in store.

Tips for Beginners

1. Start with fewer colours — 5–12 colours is plenty to begin with. You'll learn far more from mixing than from a large set.
2. Invest in good paper — Quality paper makes more difference than quality paint. Look for 300 g/m² cold pressed watercolour paper.
3. Use clean water — Keep two water containers: one for rinsing your brush and one with clean water for mixing.
4. Practise with colour charts — Paint swatches of each colour so you get to know your palette well.

Whether you're just starting out or a professional artist, we have the watercolours to suit you. Browse the full range here.