Tag: art-supplies

Hey everyone on this art forum, I'm totally new to painting and I want to try watercolors because they look so pretty and relaxing. I live in a small apartment in the city and I've always wanted to have a hobby that doesn't take up too much space. Last weekend, I cleared out a little corner by my window where the light is nice, and I imagined sitting there with my brushes and paper, creating something beautiful. But I have no idea where to start with buying paints. I remember as a kid, I used to doodle with crayons, but that was ages ago. Now, at 28, after a stressful job in marketing, I need something to unwind. I browsed Amazon and saw so many options, from cheap sets to fancy ones. Some have like 24 colors, others more, and they talk about pigments and stuff. I don't want to spend a fortune but also don't want junk that won't blend right. A friend told me to get student-grade paints first, but I'm not sure. I tried watching some YouTube tutorials, and they use these vibrant colors that flow nicely. I want that! Last night, I even sketched a simple flower on notebook paper, pretending to paint it. It made me excited, but now I'm stuck on what to buy. Does anyone have recommendations for beginner watercolor paints on Amazon? Something affordable but good quality? Maybe a set with brushes included? I'd love to hear your experiences.