The Himi Foldable Paint Palette is a compact mixing palette designed for artists who paint away from a fixed studio — or who simply want something tidier than a splattered plastic tray sitting open on the desk between sessions. The smooth surface mixes watercolour, gouache, and acrylic paint cleanly and without resistance, and when you are done the palette folds closed to protect whatever remains on the surface until next time.
A leather band holds the folded palette shut and provides grip while it is open, which is a small detail that makes it noticeably more pleasant to hold than a palette that simply sits flat on a table. At 200 × 150mm it is large enough to work comfortably with a reasonable range of colours and mixes, and compact enough to fit into a bag without ceremony.
- Foldable design — closes to protect paint between sessions
- Smooth mixing surface — suitable for watercolour, gouache, and acrylic
- Leather band closure and grip
- Size: 200 × 150mm
- Brand: Himi | SKU: HMFTS149
Frequently Asked Questions
What paints can I use on this palette?
The smooth surface works well with watercolour, gouache, and acrylic paint. It is not specifically designed for oil paint, which benefits from a non-absorbent surface with more resistance — though it will work in a practical sense. For oil painting, a glass or traditional wooden palette is generally preferable.
Can I leave paint on it between sessions?
Yes — folding the palette closed helps keep paint from drying out as quickly as it would on an open palette. Watercolour and gouache in particular can be reactivated with a little water even after drying. Acrylic paint will dry permanently once fully cured, so close the palette promptly after use if you want to keep your mixes usable.
How do I clean it?
Rinse with water while the paint is still wet for watercolour and gouache. For acrylic, clean while still wet — dried acrylic is significantly harder to remove from any smooth surface. A palette scraper or the back of a palette knife helps lift dried paint.
Is the leather band functional or just decorative?
Both. It holds the palette closed when folded and provides a grip point while working, which makes it more comfortable to hold in the hand rather than resting flat on a surface — useful when painting outdoors or standing at an easel.
