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12-colour acrylic pigment strip gouache watercolour oil painting paints full set with 6ml or 12ml tubes, offering 220g total capacity for versatile artistic techniques across multiple mediums.
Acrylic 12 Colors / 12ml
£24.98
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This comprehensive artist pigment set provides 12 colours specifically formulated for six different painting mediums: acrylic, gouache, watercolour, oil painting, glass, and textile applications. With tube sizes of 6ml or 12ml and a total capacity of 220g, artists can maintain colour consistency across multiple techniques while having sufficient paint volume for both small studies and larger works. The set addresses the practical need for medium-specific formulations that perform optimally in their intended applications, eliminating guesswork when switching between different artistic techniques.
This section details the specific characteristics that make this pigment collection suitable for diverse artistic applications, focusing on formulation differences, capacity options, and practical considerations for artists working across multiple mediums.
This section explores specific usage scenarios for the six different pigment formulations, from professional artistic applications to everyday creative projects and versatile technique combinations.
This section outlines the practical advantages of maintaining colour consistency across multiple painting mediums, focusing on long-term value, user experience improvements, and specific reasons for incorporating this set into artistic practice.
12-colour acrylic pigment strip gouache watercolour oil painting paints full set with 6ml or 12ml tubes, offering 220g total capacity for versatile artistic techniques across multiple mediums.
£24.98
12-Colour Acrylic Pigment Strip Gouache Watercolour Oil Painting Paints Full Set with 220g Total Capacity
Features and Quality of Multi-Medium Pigment Set
Medium-Specific Formulation Design
Each of the six pigment types employs distinct binder systems tailored to their intended applications. The acrylic paints use polymer-based binders that dry quickly to a waterproof finish, while the gouache formulations contain gum arabic for opaque, matte results that can be reactivated with water. Watercolour pigments maintain traditional transparent properties with gum arabic binders, oil paints employ linseed oil for slow drying and blendability, glass paints incorporate specialised adhesives for non-porous surfaces, and textile paints include fabric-compatible binders that withstand washing after heat setting.Capacity and Packaging Specifications
The set offers two tube size options: 6ml tubes suitable for colour testing, small works, or artists who prefer frequent colour replenishment, and 12ml tubes providing greater volume for larger projects or extended painting sessions. With a total capacity of 220g across the complete collection, artists have substantial paint quantity available, reducing the frequency of replenishment needs. The tubes feature standard artist-grade construction with secure screw caps that create airtight seals to prevent drying, particularly important for the water-based acrylic, gouache, and watercolour formulations.Colour Consistency and Quality Construction
All six medium types share identical colour selections across the 12-colour range, ensuring visual consistency when artists transition between techniques. This colour matching eliminates the need for separate colour mixing systems for different mediums. The pigments maintain consistent particle size and dispersion characteristics within their respective binder systems, providing reliable opacity, transparency, and mixing properties appropriate to each medium type. Tube construction prevents oxidation and drying through effective sealing mechanisms.Applications of Multi-Medium Artist Pigments
Professional Artistic Applications
Professional artists benefit from having consistent colours across multiple mediums when creating series works that employ different techniques. Illustrators can use the gouache for opaque areas, watercolour for transparent washes, and acrylic for detailed elements within the same composition. Mixed-media artists appreciate the ability to layer oil paints over acrylic underpaintings with colour consistency, while decorative artists use the glass and textile formulations for commissioned works on non-traditional surfaces. The 12ml tube option provides sufficient volume for larger commissioned pieces across all medium types.Everyday Creative Use
Hobbyists and art students find the set practical for learning different techniques without investing in separate colour ranges for each medium. The 6ml tubes offer economical options for experimentation, allowing users to test colours across surfaces before committing to larger quantities. The smooth consistency of each formulation—from the buttery texture of oil paints to the fluidity of watercolours—provides distinct tactile experiences appropriate to each medium's traditional handling characteristics. Artists appreciate the immediate availability of matching colours when switching between projects requiring different techniques.Versatile Technique Combinations
The set enables innovative technique combinations, such as using acrylic as an underpainting for oil works with colour-matched layers, or incorporating gouache highlights over watercolour washes with consistent hue relationships. Textile artists can coordinate fabric designs with glass paint decorations using identical colour schemes. The medium-specific formulations ensure technical compatibility when layering different paint types, with each binder system designed to adhere properly to appropriate surfaces and to other paint layers where technically feasible.Benefits of Comprehensive Pigment Collection
Long-Term Value and Cost Efficiency
Purchasing a comprehensive set covering six mediums proves more cost-effective than acquiring separate colour ranges for each technique, particularly when considering the 220g total capacity. Artists avoid duplicating colours across different medium types, reducing overall inventory costs. The medium-specific formulations prevent waste from using inappropriate paints on surfaces where they won't perform correctly, while the tube sealing mechanisms extend shelf life by preventing premature drying, especially important for the water-based formulations that typically have shorter usable lifespans once opened.User Experience and Creative Confidence
Artists gain confidence knowing colour relationships remain consistent when switching between mediums, eliminating the guesswork of approximating hues across different paint systems. This technical assurance allows greater focus on creative expression rather than colour matching challenges. The peace of mind comes from knowing each formulation contains pigments optimised for its specific medium—the oil paints have appropriate drying times for blending, the acrylics dry waterproof for layering, and the textile paints withstand washing after proper setting—each performing predictably within its intended application parameters.Practical Reasons for Purchase
This pigment set solves the practical problem of maintaining colour continuity across diverse artistic projects, whether creating coordinated works in different mediums or experimenting with technique combinations. The 6ml and 12ml size options accommodate varying project scales, while the 220g total capacity ensures sufficient paint for extended use. Artists working across multiple surfaces—from traditional canvas to glass and fabric—appreciate having technically appropriate formulations for each application without sacrificing colour consistency, making the set particularly valuable for those who regularly employ different painting techniques in their practice.