... After more years of researching, watching reviews, as much as I have the sense and knowledge, than I have to say, that these paints seem to be the best at appearance. The clearance, the quality in general, the balance alongside all the colours looks absolutely exceptional. Daniel Smith also amazing, especially the Primatek series, furthermore the M.Graham, however M.Graham perhaps a bit more robust and saturated, yet really good for mixing. Schminke is smooth, buttery but less vivid than the previous ones. Winsor & Newton also a first class paint, very traditional, one of the best in Europe. Sennelier is more vivid, also smooth, easy flowing, lovely to mix or layering them. I am sure that there is NO any universal watercolour products which are useful for everything equally, however D.S has the most wide range of paints and the quality of them is superb. Well, we should also conciderate, what kind of paper we are going to use ( HP or CP, smooth or raw ) what is the subject, what exactly we want to paint, what kind of technique will be used ( for example: washing or glazing ) if we wanted completely transparent pigments or even half or full opaque paints to add either. Overall, probably all of them suitable enough to PRACTICE and achieve artistic goals by them. I don't believe that cheap and non quality products are suitable enough, even not for beginners. Need really good tools, paper, paint from the beginning. Painting must be fun and true happiness. :) Great video, Thanks for sharing :)

@rachelanne5060

4 жыл бұрын

Robert this was a great review on its own! Interestingly you succinctly answered every question I have-I was getting ready to search for them-but wasn’t sure how to word it. Thank you!

@robertjschroff6307

4 жыл бұрын

Rachel Anne Thanks for your notice, my pleasure.

@marjoriejohnson6535

10 ай бұрын

Very good explanation..after owning , switching and using all of the above mentioned plus paints not mentioned ie Old Holland , mission gold, etc. Only thing I could add is that paper makes a real difference. ARCHES is now my stand by but still test new to me, such as baohong( the jury is still out) and soft press forgot manufacturer ,and jury still out on that one too because I can't paint for any amount of time. Anyway....happy painting.

Private label manufacturing is commonly a customized version of the main company's product line. So I would be surprised if Cheap Joe didn't want to have special mixes and exclusive names and colors. I think American Journey asks the Da Vinci paint line to make a lot of convenience mixes and maybe add new pigments or mixes, but there are also a lot of similariites. I know that Blockx makes Stephen Quiller paints, and have heard that Grumbacher makes Blick watercolor paint, so it seems to be a natural thing with artist paints. I've worked both sides of private label creation when I was an apparel designer. We would customize our brand's seasonal lines to fit a client's needs and substitute fabrics, edit the size range, and even add a few special signature products that complemented the client's brand point of view. They could be sold nationally, locally or internationally only depending on the needs. For instance, we often did private label versions of women's clothing for southwest and southeast markets, using lighter fabrics, brighter color palettes and different trims. It was still less expensive than creating a new line from scratch, and it gave us designers new insight into a small but distinct market. I also commissioned private label lines from other companies if we wanted to capitalize on a trend, but didn't want to invest in developing the patterns and fabrics ourselves. It's a pretty symbiotic relationship. I know this is an older video, but thought I could add another perspective. I love Da Vinci paints, and would buy the AJ versions if I needed a color they carry.

I have all of the " artist named" watercolors. Da Vinci is the only one that remains on my palette. Loved your review, as usual.

@marjoriejohnson6535

10 ай бұрын

Sent Rembrandt to Liron, gave Van Gogh and most of the Holbeins to great granddaughter .

So temping! Thank you for showing this. This is one of the few brands I have never tried. I'm a watercolor paint junkie and have been totally absorbed with the pigments within the tubes and how they are made and where the pigments come from since I started watercolor 10 years ago. I appreciate your interest in the pigment codes and numbers because I'm the same way. Unfortunate I spent more time doing that than painting for too long.

That was awesome!t hanks for doing the cupcakes! I was smiling throughout the video. Thanks Denise!

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoyed it Victor! Thanks for being patient with me :)

I was intending to do a video on DV, but have an old, limited set. I'm not going to bother, because your video is SO perfect, from the cupcakes to the history, and how you showcase the company and the swatch highlight. So well done! Thank you! Makes me want to explore them, like, now! Cheers! :)

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words, but don't let my video stop you! I'm addicted to review videos and loving seeing different people's perspective, especially on lesser represented brands.

@MeowMeowKapow

6 жыл бұрын

You should give us a review!!! Change your mind!!!

@mjpete27

5 жыл бұрын

It has been a year since this video and review you should reconsider maybe even review Denise’s palette! This would be better for the paints as well as less self serving than Denise doing a review of her own Palette! Please think about reviewing these paints and maybe a review of the Earth friendly palette!

I love your reviews! I can only imagine how much work goes into them and I just wanted to say I really appreciate it!

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Milena! I'm glad the research shows and that it's useful for all of you!

LOVE your cupcake swatches!

Thank you for this review. I am considering purchasing American Journey Watercolors. It’s good to know that these watercolors won’t crack in the pan.

Denise! Thank you for the video! I would love to see the swatches of the dot palette! There's something so zen about watching someone apply paint to paper.

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Caitlin! Stay tuned! :)

Nice video. I notice that Manganese is a mix which includes the real manganese pigment which as far as Ive seen, only Old Holland has. Very intersting... and lovely color of course

I know that I should be watching your new content but I wanted to re-watch this video since I watched it way before I knew about the YT algorithm and that the comments matter so much! I know you still have setting up to do but I do love your commentary and I will go watch the new video despite the lack of your voice over. I also recommend the sample from DaVinci! It really helped me decide what to buy!

Good review! Love the cupcakes. The size and arrangement really show the colors perfectly. Will order the sample set and a tube or two of paint. You are such an enabler! Oh, and happy to see the burnt sienna samples in use. They were the first ones I sent in that format and it appears to have done the job just fine.

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Margana Maurer nice to see a comment from you Margana! Thanks again for the burnt sienna samples. I still have lots left to play around with :) Sorry for the enabling! 😛

Great video Denise! 😁

OK Waiting for my Da Vinci order I am excited! we will let you know when I get something done with them!

Thank you so much for making this video!

I've never tried the Da Vinci watercolor paints, but I used to use the water mixable oils in college and they aren't bad.

This was super interesting and helpful, thank you very much! Recently I tried some American Journey, was very impressed, so of course started wondering how the Da Vinci compared. Except for the quin gold, looks like DV is an even better value. YAY. That being said, I have indrathrone blue by several manufacturers and sad to say, NOTHING compares to the one made by daniel smith. Everybody else might as be making just a regular and boring dark blue whereas the DS is absolutely magical. But see, now that I've found a more economical brand where I can finally paint without worrying about the cost, I can afford to use a few special dan smith with (almost) the same exuberance. Thanks again! :-)

i’d really love to add these to my collection, and after hearing about the price on the 37ml tubes i feel so tempted to purchase a couple colors 😍

I so enjoy using my Da Vinci water color & ty for these videos. My problem w shadows is seeing where they go & should I add the shadows in only wet on wet (if don’t get it to dark and rest of image to dark?

Glad you covered them. I have always liked them and their gouache. I didn't know they were in CA. That's neat. Thanks again.

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Once I saw they had gouache, my ears perked up too!

@essietangle9931

6 жыл бұрын

In Liquid Color I looked at their website, prices seem very good. I agree with you that I hope they improve their paint samples. I guess you could look at other websites. I have samples of what I used in the past to help me. Thanks again for renewing my interest in these paints.

Thank you so much!

Love the cupcake! In this video you said that DV is abit shinny on the dried painting, is there any more brand that has this characteristic?

I love the cupcake swatching sheet. Is there a template I could print off?

Thank you for the great tutorial, love to watch till the end. Less a Big like and I will follow you

@DavidSoekana

5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! I've also done a watercolor review if you are interested visit me channel.

Thanks for sharing. American Journey is the same because Da Vinci makes theirs also.

I want to get a warm and cool set 15ml tubes. (hansa yellow light, h.y. deep, cad. red, aliz. crimson, french ultra. r.s., and cerul). The prices seem quite reasonable, with the discount it is under$10 a tube! If you get the metal tin please be sure to show us. It looks so pretty, it is grey. I just can't bring myself to pay $30 for an empty box, lol.

I don't know if you read the comments under old videos bit I wanted to know with what you drew the outlines of the cupcakes because it is not water soluble which Micron Pens are? I wanted to have something that is not water soluble for outlines

Da Vinci around here is very pricey :| Daniel Smith, Holbein and M.Graham remain more affordable. I love your cupcake swatches, that's so cute! Great review, I enjoyed learning more about these paints :)

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Oh no! So bizarre that they'd be any different from MGraham or Daniel Smith since they're all US companies. Thanks so much as always Eve :)

Interesting information concerning Da Vinci paints and American Journey paints being the same. Both are essentially impossible to purchase for good value without being hit with import duty here in Europe, but is there a noticeable price difference between the two? Similarly, is there a big price difference between Jackson's paints and Sennelier paints? That Alizarin Gold is a pleasant colour. Further research shows it is a mix of PR177 (Anthraquinoid Red in Daniel Smith) and PY42 (usually Yellow Ochre in most brands). I think Raw Sienna and Perylene Maroon in my palette will get me a similar colour. It is also quite curious that this company shares the same name as the wonderful German brush makers, Da Vinci Defet, which is based in the lovely city of Nürnberg in Germany. They're definitely not the same company though, despite the shared name. Thank you for the very informative video, Denise. It is always fabulous to see different and exotic paints that are difficult to obtain in Europe. It seems that these would represent excellent value for you, especially considering Da Vinci paints are based in California.

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks fot the additional information Connor! Davinci and AJ here are about the same price.

it looks like a pillbox,funny, good idea too,saves smudging risk... the royal talens have an awesome line of paints, i have van goh wich is their student line, pricewise they are the same as a pocket box of cotman wich i prefer studentline wise, i would love to try these but my budget wont let me,lol as schmincke is cheaper i will stick to that

Thank you, Denise! I love your reviews as much as I love chocolate.

@katherinesimonds622

6 жыл бұрын

Tiffany Grey Excellent analogy. I completely agree. Lol

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Such high praise!!

Funny you mentioned that they dont crack when poured in pans.mine all did.but they do rewet well

do you ever sell or do giveaways the excess paints you have? Would love to add to my watercolor but can't afford the retail.

I have been waiting for this! And is there any chance you can post your blank swatch cards for us to print out? Thx and another fan job!

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Katherine Sullivan thanks so much. Do you mean the cupcakes and mushrooms from the Rembrandt video?

@katherinesimonds622

6 жыл бұрын

In Liquid Color . Yes... And these.. And for whatever for your future reviews. I love them and you know I can't draw :)

@TheChryseis

6 жыл бұрын

Yes. But aren't they stamps? Wouldn't there be a copyright issue releasing them for free? Have you made a video on how to make "creative" swatch cards?

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

These aren't stamps, I hand draw these. I went over the process in the Rembrandt video. Katherine, I don't think I have one of the cupcakes, but I *think* I have the mushrooms. I'll see what I can do before the next video!

@TheChryseis

6 жыл бұрын

In Liquid Color Oh! I didn't realise you'd drawn them. That's awesome. I will find this video and watch for sure :)

Love the cupcakes really cute. How do these paints compare to higher professional paints like daniel smith?

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

I'll do a part two soon. Keep your eyes peeled!

@alissacarde2721

6 жыл бұрын

In Liquid Color great. For your type of watercolor art what are your 3 favorite brushes? And why?

I have about 8 different DV watercolours, including 4 different greens.

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

How are the range of greens?

@StephenMarkTurner

6 жыл бұрын

Wide :-) I have the thalo green YS and viridian. The 'different' ones are chrome oxide (dull yellowish - perhaps like willow tree leaves) and perylene (super dark and dull)

Ok I’m from Peru and that explains why those paints are so common here in professional artist stores

@InLiquidColor

3 жыл бұрын

The Da Vinci are? That's interesting! Thanks for letting me know.

I'd love to hear more about DaVinci watercolor paint. For instance, granulation, flow, and lightfastness. Also, why is Daniel Smith watercolor often referred to as exciting to paint with, but DaVinci just pleasant? I hope you'll do the swatch binder comparison with other brands.

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

EarthVoice I've got so much on my to do list for videos that I'm not sure when I can get to that, but I do really enjoy DaVinci. I like picking my paints color by color rather than being a brand loyalist. It's a little outdated but I talk a bit about this in my large porcelain studio palette set up :)

SO DELICIOUS!

Q: how do we know if your affiliate link(s) is still working? Shopping DaVinci site and can’t tell if you’ll get the credit for the purchase. Thanks.

@InLiquidColor

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Fiona! The affiliate links should work if you add them to your cart and check out in the same session :) Thanks so much for checking!

@finnegan517

3 жыл бұрын

In Liquid Color thank you!

The idea to swatch as cupcakes is nice, even in raw sienna looks like poo

@InLiquidColor

6 жыл бұрын

Hahaha :)