I can not understand what the difference is between "opaque watercolors" and gouache paints?

HelloOpaque watercolours are the same as other watercolour, the pigment in them alter the transparency/ opacity of the paint; generally speaking, yellows are transparent whereas darker colours like violet or blacks are more opaque. A difference between watercolour and gouache is that gouache is a chalkier paint making the colours are more opaque.Hope that helps.Kind regardsTegan

I make greeting cards and stamp and color on fabric. Does this have to be used with water color paper or can it be used on card stock and on fabric?

Hi there :) Do not use it on fabric. Watercolor in any form is not a permanent paint like acrylic. Even if it's for quilting or a wall hanging, watercolor and Gouache (which is essentially just opaque WC) isn't meant for fabric use, it will wash away when exposed to water and it will not hold up to any kind of handling on fabric. Use acrylic for such purposes. Card stock will be fine. Watercolor and gouache likes paper. The only thing stopping you would be if the paper is too lightweight and thin to handle water based media. Look for 140-200lb. cotton rag watercolor paper, it makes beautiful cards I hear. Regular cardstock if heavy, can handle light washes.

Is the primary set good for a beginner?

Yes this primary set is good for a beginner. This set is best when mixing colors, where as other sets, when mixing you will not get true color mix.

is the designer set of primary watercolor gouache light fast or should I be getting artist sets??

Designers gouache in general is made to provide bright and convenient colors but they’re not always lightfast. They’re often used for quick temporary works. If you use a lot of water, the paint’s lightfastness may be affected. (This also applies to any brand of watercolor or gouache.) If you want lightfast/archival gouache paints, research M Graham Gouache on their website. They explain about their unique paints. They have a color chart with lightfast information and most of them are lightfast. I was able to ask for samples from them and they’re really nice paints. I don’t know if M Graham does samples during the pandemic. I got their samples a little over a year ago. Basically, they make their paints with honey and use high quality pigments for longevity while Winsor and Newton use various ingredients to provide bright convenient colors. If you must use Winsor and Newton brand gouache, I strongly recommend looking up their color chart on their website and look for a roman numeral 1 and 2 for that color which are considered lightfast according to ASTM measures. Hope this helps.

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🎨 Elevate your art game with colors that command attention!

QUICK DRY MATTE FINISH - Dries fast to a velvety, non-streaky surface perfect for professional designs
ARTIST GRADE PERMANENCE - Lightfast and durable colors that stand the test of time, trusted since 1935
VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY - Seamlessly mixes with other Winsor & Newton watercolors for limitless creativity
VIBRANT PRIMARY PALETTE - Includes 6 essential 14ml tubes for bold, eye-catching artwork
CREAMY SMOOTH CONSISTENCY - Premium pigments blended with high-grade gum Arabic for flawless application

Winsor & Newton Designers Gouache Set features six 14ml tubes of primary and essential colors crafted with high-grade pigments and gum Arabic. This artist-quality gouache offers a creamy, flowing consistency and quick-drying matte finish, ideal for designers, illustrators, and fine artists seeking vibrant, durable, and versatile opaque watercolors trusted worldwide since 1935.

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Brand	Winsor & Newton
Colour	Multicolor
Finish Type	Matte
Size	14 ml (Pack of 6)
Item Volume	14 Millilitres
Special Feature	Non Toxic
Net Quantity	84 Milliliters
Paint Type	Gouache
Specific Uses For Product	Transparent
Surface Recommendation	Floors
Indoor/Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Item Form	Standard
Included Components	1 Set
Is Waterproof	False
Model Name	Designers Gouache
Package Information	Tube
Colour Code	Assorted Primary
Coverage	Standard
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
UPC	094376885637
Global Trade Identification Number	00094376885637
Manufacturer	Winsor & Newton
Color	Multicolor
Shipping Weight	0.2 Kilograms
Item Model Number	0690174
Item Part Number	0690174
Is Assembly Required	No
Primary material	plastic
Capacity	14 ml (Pack of 6)
Number of Pieces	6
Item Shape	Standard
Assembly Type	Not Available
Weight	0.44 Pounds
Country of Origin	India
Imported By	Platinum Painting Essentials & Trading Pvt. Ltd.

Reviews

A**R

Go for it, don't buy cheap gouache. U will love it.

Awesome pigments.Best for bignners in gouache .Hope W&N has more pigments pack options.

29.08.2018

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Satisfied

Very smooth and vibrant colors. Secondary mixes come out bright as well.4 stars due to extremely delayed delivery.

31.07.2018

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It smells

Paint smells very bad. Smells like rotten food, or compost.

12.07.2025

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