Color Journal

Handmade 49-Color Watercolor Set: Ingredients, Glazing & Characteristics

A detailed overview of the handmade 49-color watercolor set. Learn about its natural formulation (gum arabic, honey, glycerin), the depth of semi-transparent washes, the practical half-pan format, and how to...

A Well-Thought 12-Color Watercolor Set by melismoments

This article explains the structure and practical use of the 12-color watercolor set "melismoments Artist Selection." It covers the broad color space (from Lemon Yellow to Oxide Black), how each...

The Color Palette of Van Gogh's Sunflowers: A Watercolor Color Study

Based on an analysis of color relationships in historical sunflower paintings, this study documents the color system of the VH Aquarell Artist Edition AE1. It covers color gradients, light and...

Natural Color Development and Documentation in the VHaquarell Color Archive

This article documents the continuous color changes in nature across the four seasons—from the early yellows of spring to the minimal dark tones of winter. It illustrates how these natural...