The front side is like normal cold press paper with some texture while the back side is smoother comparatively. It has enough sturdiness as well to be useful for pen and ink and mixed media. I normally use arches watercolor paper and have purchased ma...  Read More

Canson durability as expected! That's what i've used in the past. Will definitely buy again.

Even the lightest erasing on the paper damages the surface. The texture of the paper is like construction paper. The paper feels too slick on either side. It definitely seems like it was replaced with cheep paper.

It is at once too absorbent and not absorbent enough. This leads to uneven drying that can look splotchy or streaky. It also absorbs unevenly, creating a grainy, blotchy result.

For serious watercolor or gouache pieces i suggest spending a little extra on something that's 100% cotton like arches or bee paper. Strathmore is a more suitable alternative for working out ideas or practicing brush strokes.

The included paper is kind of trash, but its great for swatching colors and offloading excess. High quality in a sturdy case. Took away a lot of apprehension i had for watercolor painting.

The colors are beautiful and perform well, although keep in mind i am a beginner. These would be great for anyone starting out or needing to practice for assignments. There are some great tutorials on youtube to help you get started and to get the cre...  Read More

Comes with two brushes and a watercolor tablet. Especially as the cases are removable. It also comes with a sponge though i'm not sure what to do with it yet.

The palette inside is much too small to be useful for my needs. It is too heavy, weighing about 7+ lbs. The brushes are cheap quality and one is broken. I find the colors to be very chalky. A typical beginner watercolor set is still at least student g...  Read More