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  Anne Unregistered guest |
I would add a 10 pack of Kilamanjaro cold press 22 X 30 paper so she will have enough paper (I suggest kilamanjaro because that is the paper that will be coming with the set). | ||
Terry Junior Member Username: Terry Post Number: 23 Registered: 8-2006 |
Just for thought: In the American Journey set, each item was picked for Watercolor functionality and price. ie: you get the most used colors, a decent selection of brushes and the rest. Most is tied to the way Joe does WC which is the wet on wet technique. That's is why you get gatorbord (to stretch the paper) and a block in the most popular size (which is already glued to not wrinkle). The bold wash brush is to put down the water on the paper. The rounds are the most used (with 8 being the most popular). The Wet Momma flats were picked because of price and the fact they hold a lot of color. Let me know if this helps. | ||
Anne Unregistered guest |
Here's the set http://www.cheapjoes.com/art-supply/AJWC-SET_4534_american-journey-watercolor-set.asp | ||
Marie Junior Member Username: Marie Post Number: 12 Registered: 8-2006 |
The #3, #6, and #8 are rounds. I think the #3 is too small to be practical but others may have other opinions. I would go for #6, #8, and #10 synthetic rounds. (Although I love sables, they'll break your budget.) Then, get a 1 1/2" wash brush with natural hair. Cheap Joes Tsunami is a good choice. If I recall, the American Journey watercolor set discussed earlier comes with a good set of brushes. | ||
devoted d.i.l. Unregistered guest |
Actually, she steered me to Cheap Joes and to Jerry's artarama. While I was typing, I thought I was getting some good info on brushes, but I think it was just a dude reading the catalog. So, I am stumped now. The teacher recommended a 3,6,8 and a large wash. But, I don't know if that's rounds or flats, or what brand. I want medium quality, so Joanie can get started and get a feel for what she likes. Any ideas? | ||
Anne Unregistered guest |
Make sure the person who recommended brushes is a watercolourist. | ||
devoted d.i.l. Unregistered guest |
Thanks for the ideas. I think I am going to go with the American Journey set, because a catalog would probably stress her out. I have about pulled out my hair with the brushes as well, but got some solid recommendations from a local art teacher. | ||
Anne A.N. Unregistered guest |
It also might be pointed out that she may not have a clue as to what constitutes quality. A lot of people don't know what is artist level stuff or why it should be used. They also might not know how to create a balanced palette. She may just want to paint. As a gift, I would rather have a full set, especially if I weren't an art supply geek. Most people here are art supply geeks and you must consider your source when they advise to give a gift certificate. I would go with the Cheap Joe's set mentioned below. I personally would like a catalogue, but my mother, a similiar once hobbyist, would be overwhelmed. You want her to be able to paint without being impeded by (potentially) poor choices of inferior supplies, especially when she is currently motivated to paint, not shop. | ||
Pat VW Unregistered guest |
I agree with the first post in the other thread...give her a big catalog and a gift certificate. For an artist, choosing one's supplies is a lot of the fun and she will have many happy hours debating between the exact colors, brushes, paper, etc. | ||
Suzy New member Username: Suzy Post Number: 10 Registered: 8-2006 |
Typo...Thats second paragraph.. I would NOT buy her too much | ||
Suzy New member Username: Suzy Post Number: 9 Registered: 8-2006 |
You know Cheap Joes has some great starter kits featuring American Journey paint...don't forget to buy her some lessons at your local adult Education at the community college too. And good paper... Arches 140 is very important/// I would buy her too much.. buy what I said above and then give her a gift cert. to buy more once she decided which direction she wants to go with it... | ||
devoted d.i.l. Unregistered guest |
Hello all, My dear mother-in-law is retiring and her party has been moved up to less than two weeks from now. She has an interest in renewing her watercolor painting hobby. I know nothing about this, but had the inspiration to buy her a "set". Paints, brushes, palette, easel, paper....well, first off, I was told that you don't use an easel....BUT. To make a long plea for help short. Recommendations under $300? We are talking no supplies on hand, so starting from scratch. She does have experience, but I know nothing about it. Thanks in advance for any quick advice. |
