Winsor & NewtonArtisan Studio Paint Set

This is NOT a toy - they are legitimate oil paints that do NOT require the use of toxic solvents (what a relief for us asthmatics). Lovely texture and colours (though I rounded out the palette with a few more colours). I'm used to painting with acrylics, and couldn't try oils because of sensitivity to turps. Painting with oils is tricky at best to get things right and for your work to last, so don't expect it to be easier with Artisan paints - you still have to think about all the "rules" - proper mix of paint, solvent (in this case water) and medium when layering; fat-over-lean; what support you're painting on; clean-up (these cleanup with soap and water but still requires care so as not to poison the environment...as much); etc. BUT these are definitely worth a try to avoid noxious fumes from solvents, especially if you're painting at home, have children or pets, or are sensitive to turps.Might be a good purchase along with something like "Oil Painting for Dummies" if you're a TOTAL beginner.

Bought for my daughter as an introduction to oil painting. She usually used acrylic or water paint. She liked the oils and finds them easy to use. Very happy with the set.

The image is wrong - be wary. Also, note that there is no black.I want to especially mention the prompt - even early delivery of these paints, so thank you. Regarding the studio set I ordered I am delighted with the set. The range of paints is wide and the set comes with the added bonus of two brushes and some water diluteable linseed oil medium. I like the idea of these water diluteable paints as they dry quickly, and do not give off odours. Fine detail can be acheived with a rigger and by using another medium , for example stand oil. Also when using water alone be careful not to dilute too much. Brushes are easy to clean with water,I have made myself some canvas carrying boxes which allow wet paintings to be transported easily and safely and which therefore allow " en plein air" work.Excellent seller will use again.

I was completely puzzled how to use it. But once i realised it just needed water to thin, it was easy peasy. I have been painting with traditional oils and turps all my life, but i am now a convert to water based oils. And all paint stains on clothes wash off easily.

The person for whom I bought these was delighted with them and has gone on to buy pads and other art equipment to go with it.Highly recommended

A great purchase. Lovely smooth oil paints

If I had purchased this Windsor & Newton Artisan Water Mixable Oil Paint set as a gift, I would sadly have to have returned it straight away. Each of the tubes of paint had the appearance of having been squeezed at the sides and there were remnants of paint inside the screw cap, as though somebody had previously had this set, used a bit of paint from each of the tubes and then returned it! I urgently needed the paints for a tuition class, so I kept them. Have to say though, I am very impressed with the set, the paints mix well with water (so no nasty smells) and also clean really well with water, just a shame that I didn’t feel I was receiving brand new tubes of paint, otherwise I would have given five stars.

Great product. Everywhere else soldOut or low stock so glad we got this. Impressed how quick it arrived at this time. Thanks