Pelikan Opaque Watercolor Paint Set – 12 Colors + Chinese White Tube (720854)

Overview

The Pelikan Opaque Watercolor Paint Set brings together 12 brilliant colors and a Chinese White tube in a thoughtfully designed, German-made kit. Built for versatility, this set blends rich pigment density with reliable lightfastness, helping you build luminous layers and nuanced washes on a variety of papers. Whether you’re planning bold shapes or gentle gradients, the color system is structured to support both quick sketches and more deliberate studies.

What’s included and how it’s designed

• 12 vibrant colors cover a broad spectrum from deep blacks and magentas to vivid ultramarines and burnt sienna, enabling a range of tonal options.
• Chinese White tube expands blending and highlights, giving you more control over opacity and depth.
• Hollowed paint tablets solubilize quickly for smooth washes and faster color builds, reducing wait times between layers.
• Push-button box and removable lid with large mixing pans enhance on-demand mixing and tidy organization.

Design details that support real-world use

The box’s compact, travel-friendly profile keeps supplies neat on a desktop or studio easel, while the hollowed tablets promote faster reactivation of pigment without sacrificing color density. The removable lid reveals generous mixing pans, making it easy to blend tones side-by-side and test color ideas before applying them to your work. The set’s German craftsmanship is reflected in the durable construction and consistent pigment behavior across colors.

Color range and use cases

This palette includes Black, Magenta, Vermilion, Yellow, Orange, Yellow Ochre, Violet, Ultramarine, Cyan, Blue, Blue Green, Yellow Green, and Burnt Sienna. The selection supports a wide array of projects, from architectural studies and landscapes to botanical compositions and portrait studies. The pigments are well-suited for layering and glazing, with the potential for rich, luminous results when applied to appropriate watercolor papers.

Who is this for?

Ideal for artists who value a compact, ready-to-paint set with dependable color performance. It’s a practical choice for students, hobbyists, and professionals who appreciate a cohesive system that balances color range, ease of use, and solid build quality. While the colors and features suggest versatility, individual outcomes will depend on paper choice, technique, and practice.

Care and maintenance

• Clean brushes between color families to preserve color purity.
• Rinse mixing pans after sessions to prevent staining and ensure consistent blending.