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The set is formed of colours ideal for urban sketches. Most of the colours in the set are monopigmented, which allows you to create pure shades when mixed. The maximum level of light fastness of colours of a set guarantees the preservation of artworks over time.  \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaints in the set:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e704 Titanium White, 731 Cadmium Yellow Light, 740 Bright Red, 709 Magenta Rose, 711 Green, 712 Emerald Green, 716 Cobalt Blue, 715 Ultramarine, 719 Yellow Ochre, 753 Royal Brown, 720 Sepia, 724 Neutral black\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jakar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43146771988727,"sku":"9210","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2288\/5428\/files\/9210-Urban-12-1-1.png?v=1701342834"},{"product_id":"watercolour-rosa-12-paints-classic-colours","title":"Watercolour Rosa 12 Paints Classic Colours","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"no-ajaxy\" href=\"https:\/\/jakar.co.uk\/product-category\/art-craft-materials\/rosa-gallery-fine-art-artists-quality-watercolour-paints\/#\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"close-wrap\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"close-line close-line1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"close-line close-line2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product post-12138 type-product status-publish has-post-thumbnail product_cat-art-craft-materials product_cat-rosa-gallery-fine-art-artists-quality-watercolour-paints first instock shipping-taxable product-type-simple\" id=\"product-12138\" itemscope=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary entry-summary scrollable\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-details__short-description\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost of the colours in the range of the set are mono-pigmented, which allows you to create pure shades when mixed. The majority of the colours being single pigment enable amazing pure shades when the colours are mixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe metal case is convenient when working in the open air, traveling or in the studio. 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Made in Caran d'Ache's own factory in Geneva, Switzerland, this beautifully presented tin brings together 14 richly pigmented colour tablets and a 12ml tube of white, accompanied by a paintbrush — everything you need to start painting straight away. Rooted in traditional manufacturing methods and made with a natural plant-based binder, Gouache Studio is a versatile, high-quality paint that is as enjoyable for amateur artists and painting classes as it is for more experienced practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Swiss Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e What sets Caran d'Ache Gouache Studio apart is the manufacturing process. The paint is slowly cooked and then cut and dried in the open air — a traditional method that produces tablets with exceptionally even pigment distribution, consistent colour density, and a smooth, reliable application. This time-honoured approach is not merely heritage for its own sake; it genuinely results in better-performing paint. The open-air drying process contributes directly to the luminosity and evenness of colour that Gouache Studio is known for, producing results that are noticeably richer and more vibrant than mass-produced alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Plant-Based Binder, No Plasticisers\u003c\/strong\u003e Gouache Studio is a water-based paint bound with a natural vegetable binder and made without plasticisers. This matters because a natural binder contributes to the flexibility of the dried paint film — meaning it does not crack over time the way some synthetic formulations can — and delivers a smooth, velvety matte finish that is characteristic of quality gouache. The absence of plasticisers also means the paint remains reworkable with water after drying, giving you the freedom to make adjustments, correct mistakes, or blend back into dried layers as you work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Pigment Concentration for Luminous, Opaque Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e Each tablet contains a high concentration of quality pigment, which gives the colours their characteristic vibrancy, strong covering power, and good light resistance. Because the pigment load is high, a little paint goes a long way — making the set genuinely economical to use over time. The colours can be applied thickly for a fully opaque, matte finish, or diluted with more water for softer, more translucent effects that approach the quality of watercolour washes, giving you considerable versatility from a single set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e The 15-colour set contains 14 colour tablets covering a broad spectrum of essential hues — including yellows, oranges, reds, blues, greens, earth tones, and black — alongside a 12ml tube of white and a paintbrush. The 14 pans and tube of white format is a deliberate choice: white is the most heavily used colour in gouache painting and having it in tube format ensures you have a generous supply without the pan running down quickly. The entire set is housed in a practical, ecological metal tin that is robust enough for studio use and compact enough to take to classes or workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpaque and Transparent Techniques in One Set\u003c\/strong\u003e Gouache Studio's versatility is one of its strongest qualities. Applied straight from the pan with minimal water, it delivers dense, opaque coverage ideal for bold flat areas of colour, graphic illustration, lettering, and detailed work on coloured or dark paper. Diluted more generously, it produces translucent watercolour-like washes with a characteristic soft luminosity. The two approaches can be combined freely in a single piece, making Gouache Studio a highly flexible medium for mixed techniques, illustration, design work, and fine art painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwiss Made in an Ecological Metal Tin\u003c\/strong\u003e The set is packaged in a practical metal tin produced to Caran d'Ache's usual standard — robust, reusable, and ecologically minded. The tin keeps the tablets protected and secure and is slim enough to store easily in a studio, bag, or art class kit. 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This results in more vibrant, luminous colours with better light resistance, stronger covering power, a smoother and more flexible paint film that does not crack, and a more consistent application. The absence of plasticisers also means the paint handles differently — more responsively and with a more refined velvety finish — than cheaper alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the set include a tube of white rather than a pan?\u003c\/strong\u003e White is the most frequently used colour in gouache painting. It is used to lighten other colours, create highlights, mix pastel shades, and cover or correct areas of a painting. Because it is consumed much faster than other colours, Caran d'Ache supply it as a 12ml tube rather than a standard-sized pan, giving you a more generous quantity straight away and ensuring it does not run out disproportionately quickly compared to the rest of the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Gouache Studio tablets be used like watercolours?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. When diluted with more water than you would use for opaque coverage, Gouache Studio produces translucent, luminous washes that are similar in character to watercolour. This makes it a highly versatile medium — you can work opaquely for flat, bold colour areas, and more transparently for delicate washes and soft effects, often combining both approaches within a single painting. 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The metal tin is robust and designed for repeated use over a long period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Gouache Studio lightfast?\u003c\/strong\u003e Caran d'Ache Gouache Studio has good light resistance for a paint in this category. As with all gouache, it is a water-based opaque medium rather than a fine art permanent medium, and individual pigments vary in their long-term lightfastness. For work intended to be displayed permanently or reproduced professionally, it is worth treating finished pieces with appropriate care — scanning work before display, keeping pieces away from direct UV light, or using UV-protective glass when framing. 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For adult amateur painters, hobbyists, and anyone seeking a quality gouache for serious painting or classes, Gouache Studio is the appropriate choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat painting techniques work well with Gouache Studio?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gouache Studio is suitable for a wide range of techniques including flat opaque colour laying, wet-on-wet blending, dry brushwork, glazing with diluted washes, working on toned papers, detailed illustration, lettering and hand-painted typography, botanical and nature illustration, graphic design painting, and mixed media work alongside pencils, inks, and watercolours. The versatility of the medium — moving fluidly between opaque and translucent applications — makes it particularly well-suited to illustration and design contexts, as well as fine art painting in the studio or at a painting class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this set suitable for children?\u003c\/strong\u003e Caran d'Ache Gouache Studio is CE EN71 compliant, meaning it meets European toy safety standards. However, the product is designated as not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. 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This Primary Colour Set is the natural starting point for the range: five generously sized 21ml tubes containing Titanium White, Primary Yellow, Quinacridone Red, Phthalocyanine Blue, and Mars Black — a lean, honest palette of single-pigment and high-quality colours that mix cleanly and give the maximum possible range from a minimum of tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe formulation has been updated with an environmentally considered improvement — the filler is now calcium carbonate derived from organically sourced, recycled eggshells. This produces an exceptionally fine particle that contributes directly to the range's defining characteristic: a genuinely deep, flat, ultra-matte finish that has no satin or sheen even in thicker applications. The opacity is exceptional throughout, covering previous layers cleanly and evenly, and the tinting strength is high enough that a small amount of paint goes a considerable way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe consistency is smooth and unctuous — rich enough to apply straight from the tube with a brush, palette knife, or pen, and fluid enough to thin easily with water for more transparent wash-like applications. When thinned with water, the opacity reduces progressively, and the paint can be combined with Sennelier watercolour or inks to produce a vast range of opacity and transparency combinations in the same piece. 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The metallic palette covers gold, silver, pearl tones across a range of hues including red, orange, yellow, blue, teal, purple, black, and white, all with the reflective, light-catching quality that makes metallics particularly useful for illustration, greeting cards, lettering, and decorative painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe gouache formula uses peach gum as a binder alongside fine pigments, which gives it a silky, creamy consistency and a smooth, matte-to-metallic finish depending on the colour. It is opaque by nature — it covers well on light and dark surfaces, stays bright and vivid after drying, and reactivates with water if it dries in the cup, so nothing is wasted. 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