# Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Paint Set, Palette Pocket Set, 12 Half Pans with Brush | Artist Grade Watercolors **Brand:** Winsor & Newton **SKU:** ftm9524 **ASIN:** B000ILZAXI **Canonical URL:** https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/winsor-newton-cotman-watercolor-paint-set-palette-pocket-half-pan-brush/ftm9524 **Subcategory:** Categories **Availability:** in_stock **Price (INR, all-inclusive):** ₹4,527 **Discount:** 25% **Customer rating:** 4.60/5 from 1,413 ratings ## Description Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Paint Set, 12 Half Pans with Brush. Artist-grade watercolors offering good transparency and tinting strength. Compact, portable palette ideal for travel and outdoor painting. Imported from USA, duties included. ## Highlights - Portable Pocket Palette Design — Compact, lightweight plastic box fits easily into pockets, ideal for outdoor painting and travel. Features a rubberized thumb loop for comfortable handheld use and versatile mixing surfaces. - 12 Vibrant Half Pans & Brush — Includes 12 assorted Cotman water color half pans and a Cotman Series 111 No.5 brush. Colors offer good transparency, excellent tinting strength, and good working properties for diverse artistic needs. - Artist-Grade Quality, Economical Value — Made to high quality standards, using less expensive pigments where possible to maintain affordability without compromising performance. Ensures good transparency and tinting strength. - Fade-Resistant Matte Finish — The watercolors produce a matte finish that is fade-resistant, ensuring your artwork retains its vibrancy and detail over time on paper surfaces. ## Key features - Winsor & Newton Cotman Water Colours are a range of water colours that are made to our high quality standards but costs are kept to an economical level by replacing some of the more costly pigments with less expensive alternatives. - Cotman Water Colours possess good transparency, excellent tinting strength and good working properties. - This compact, lightweight plastic box fits snugly into your pocket and is ideal for painting outdoors & when traveling. - This water colour set contains a Cotman Series 111 No.5 brush and 12 Cotman Water Colour half pans: Cadmium Yellow Pale Hue, Cadmium Yellow Hue, Cadmium Red Pale Hue, Alizarin Crimson Hue, Ultramarine, Cobalt Blue Hue, Viridian Hue, Sap Green, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Chinese White. ## Why choose this product - Winsor & Newton Cotman: The Artist's Choice for Portability and Performance — Winsor & Newton Cotman watercolors are crafted for artists who demand quality and convenience. This pocket set delivers artist-grade performance with good transparency and excellent tinting strength, achieved through a thoughtful balance of pigments. The innovative pocket box design, complete with a thumb loop and multiple mixing areas, makes it exceptionally portable for plein air painting or travel. Unlike many local brands that may offer inconsistent pigment load or limited color ranges, the Cotman range provides reliable results, ensuring your creative vision is realized with vibrant, fade-resistant colors on paper. Imported directly from authorized US retailers, this set guarantees authenticity and is delivered with all customs duties and GST pre-paid. - Ideal for On-the-Go Artists, Not for Heavy Body Acrylic Users — This set is perfect for watercolor artists, students, and hobbyists who paint outdoors, travel frequently, or need a compact sketching kit. The half pan format and included brush are designed for watercolor techniques. However, artists seeking heavy body acrylics for impasto techniques or oil paints for their unique blending properties will need to explore different product lines. This watercolor set is specifically formulated for paper surfaces and is not intended for use on canvas with thick applications or for oil painting techniques. ## How to use 1. Lightly moisten the desired half pan color with a wet brush. Allow a few seconds for the paint to soften and become ready for application. Use a separate brush or the included brush for mixing. — Activate the Paints 2. Use the internal mixing surfaces or the clip-on palette to mix colors. Add water gradually to achieve desired shades and consistency. Experiment with different water-to-paint ratios for varied effects. — Mix Colors on Palette 3. Apply the activated paint to watercolor paper using the brush. Work in thin layers for transparency or build up color for more intensity. Allow layers to dry slightly before applying subsequent washes. — Apply to Paper 4. Rinse your brush thoroughly with water after use. Allow the paints to dry completely in the palette before closing the box. Store the set in a cool, dry place. — Clean Up and Store ## Product details | Field | Value | |---|---| | Key Colors Included | Cadmium Yellow Pale Hue, Cadmium Yellow Hue, Cadmium Red Pale Hue, Alizarin Crimson Hue, Ultramarine, Cobalt Blue Hue, Viridian Hue, Sap Green, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Chinese White | | Pigment Quality | Economical alternatives used for cost-effectiveness, good transparency, excellent tinting strength. | | Transparency | Good | | Tinting Strength | Excellent | | Working Properties | Good | | Fade Resistance | Yes | | Included Components | 12 Half Pans, 1 Cotman Series 111 No.5 Brush, Plastic Palette Box | | Serving Size | N/A (Art Supply) | | Cost per use | 12 half pans at {{ccc_offer_price}} — {{ccc_price_per_unit:12:pan}} | | Shelf life after opening | Does Not Expire | | Reapplication math | N/A (Art Supply) | | Contraindications | Not suitable for oil painting techniques; not intended for heavy body acrylic applications. | | Allergens / common irritants | May contain pigments with less expensive alternatives; consult manufacturer SDS for specific pigment details if sensitivities exist. | | Brand | Winsor & Newton | | Model Name | Cotman | | Style | 12 Half Pan Palette Pocket Set | | Paint Type | Watercolor | | Finish Type | Matte | | Material | Plastic Box | | Color | Assorted (12 Half Pans) | | Item Form | Liquid (when activated with water) | | Surface Recommendation | Paper | | Special Feature | Fade Resistant | | Container Type | Box | | Country of Origin | Not stated by manufacturer — US retail version, sourced from authorized US retailers | | Dimensions (Box) | 15.1 cm x 12.5 cm x 3.5 cm (5.9 in x 4.9 in x 1.4 in) | | Weight | 0.21 kg (0.46 lb) | ## Attributes - **Item form:** Liquid ## Frequently asked questions ### How to buy original Winsor & Newton Cotman watercolor paints in India? To buy original Winsor & Newton Cotman watercolor paints in India, purchase from authorized US retailers like CrowCrowCrow. We import directly, ensuring factory-sealed products with all customs duties and GST included. Your order is shipped via ExpressBox with tracking for secure delivery. ### Is this Winsor & Newton watercolor paint set safe for children? Winsor & Newton Cotman watercolors are generally considered safe for children's art projects when used as directed. While specific ASTM D-4236 certification details for this exact set are not explicitly stated in the source, the Cotman range is known for good transparency and working properties suitable for educational use. Always supervise young children during art activities. ### What surfaces can I use these watercolor paints on? These Winsor & Newton Cotman watercolor paints are primarily recommended for use on paper surfaces. The watercolor medium works best on paper designed to handle water, allowing for proper absorption and blending of colors. They are not intended for use on canvas with thick applications or for oil painting. ### How long does a set of 12 half pans last? The longevity of the 12 half pans depends on usage frequency and application thickness. For regular sketching or moderate art projects, a set can last for many months. The cost per pan is {{ccc_price_per_unit:12:pan}}, making it an economical choice for consistent artistic practice. ### Can these watercolors be mixed with other brands or mediums? Winsor & Newton Cotman watercolors are designed to be intermixable with other water-based mediums and brands of watercolors. However, mixing them with oil-based paints or mediums is not recommended as they are water-soluble and will not blend properly with oil. For best results, use with water or watercolor mediums. ### What is the difference between Cotman and professional Winsor & Newton watercolors? The Cotman range uses less expensive pigments as alternatives to some costly ones found in professional lines, keeping costs economical. While professional lines may offer higher pigment concentration and specific lightfastness ratings, Cotman watercolors still provide good transparency, excellent tinting strength, and good working properties suitable for students and hobbyists. ## Compliance This product is an art supply. While generally safe for children's use under supervision, it is not a toy. Ensure proper ventilation when painting. Not intended for consumption. Keep out of reach of small children when not in use. 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