What's in My Watercolor Travel Sketch Bag?

[@Ringonoki-ua]

When I asked Google images what that red logo on the bag was it answered "an emblem" which was uninformative :(

[@brianashmorestudio]

It’s the logo for an old 1970s US toy line called Gi Joe Adventure Team. So it’s AT for “Adventure Team.” A lot of people have thought it was the Appalachian Trail logo which may be similar. 😊👍

[@Ringonoki-ua]

@@brianashmorestudio thanks, I could not know that, since I'm not from US, I like those small stories about logos

[@brianashmorestudio]

Most people in the US don’t know what it is, either. Very old toy line. 50 years ago. 😳😂

[@ryanhedger2209]

@@brianashmorestudio Totally thought it was an Appalachian Trail "blaze" patch. Not terribly different.

[@elizabethvarnadoe420]

@@ryanhedger2209 My first thought was the Appalachian Trail also.

[@c.catlover4080]

Why on earth are you so modest about your drawings/paintings in your sketch books? You are fantastically talented and you should thank your maker (whomever you believe in) for your talent. Some of us can't even draw a straight line.

[@LadyCyr]

Wow your art is impressive! I wish I was photo realism good like you

[@CanuckJim]

Not that it really matters because we're all adults here but in German "KUM" rhymes with "boom", "zoom" and "tomb"

[@karschier6246]

Good to know. Thanks

[@brianashmorestudio]

Ha ha!! Thanks!! That makes sense. Yeah, that was one of those little moments while filming where I shouldn't have even said anything and just pronounced it how I thought is was pronounced and moved on. I ended up drawing more attention than if I had just let it go. Oh, well... live and learn. Thanks for the clarification! 👍

[@jacksonguillory8114]

Haha *k ü m*

[@Jobena1]

Please do a video of your sketch books...love seeing them

[@brianashmorestudio]

Thanks, Jody! When I get another filled, I'll probably do a video. 👍

[@silentrunning3100]

@@brianashmorestudio Which means never.

[@THEMAYQUEEN1]

Ah fantastic!! I love your bag and I especially love your sketches!! they are breathtaking!! I hope you make more videos :D

[@brianashmorestudio]

Thanks very much!! Definitely more videos to come...

[@dessertspring4559]

The tool bag brand is Lihit Lab pen case, a Japanese brand. The same bag also comes with double layer and triple layers, very good choice.

[@WhiteLotusOm]

Can’t thank you enough for both your videos on making your own easel and this bag and supplies as I purchased most of it last year after saving your video. Purchased the tripod, pencil case and those water bottles on the sides. Fantastic setup thank you! 🎨👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@5paces164]

I especially like the idea of using the flasks. Good video. Thank you

[@brianashmorestudio]

5 Paces Thanks for watching and commenting! I'm glad I found the flasks. It also helps balance the bag while carrying to have one on each side.

[@dennisturnage]

I use an aluminum flask..got them fairly cheap on eBay or Amazon..I forgot which one.

[@juliec.]

Your paintings are amazing.

[@lynda7254]

Great video, thanks for sharing Brian. Am borrowing some of your ideas like the elastics- less space and weight than clips- they work great :-) and the little mixing tray. Again... "Thank you & much appreciated!"

[@brianashmorestudio]

Sounds great! Thanks!!

[@libellula3313]

Thanks for sharing. Great kit, been using one very similar for years, now downsizing drastically due to age. Jo in France 🇫🇷

[@sfoss9470]

Really lovely artwork.

[@alisamelissa4382]

8:29 my favourite part begins ;) " Quick things"... Aha... it looks like photos!

[@aybukemetin3426]

"Awful" "failure" and now I am offended 😂

[@dfinchermd]

I stumbled on to your work from watching this gear video, which I lost interest in when you thumbed through your sketch books. I went immediately to your site and look forward to more of your technique tutorials to overcome my fear of direct watercolor painting. Your work and subject matter is beautiful.

[@PalookaWhale]

Yes! I had the Adventure Team GI Joes as well! Oh wait... that’s the Appalachian Trail. That’s cool too.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Tim Hodge It's for the Adventure Team, all the way!! Ha, ha. I've been made aware, though, that it's very close to the Appalachian Trail logo, too.

[@sonsolescq]

Awesome video. So much stuff to carry with you. but still you show everything! I love it!

[@brianashmorestudio]

Sonsoles CQ It is a lot. I do tend to pull a couple things out if I know I'm not going to be using them on a specific outing. For instance, I usually just carry one kind of paper and leave the others behind. However, when the bag is sitting at home, it's fully-loaded so everything is in one place and ready-to-go without having to rummage around for everything I need. As a side note (that you may be interested in) I have replaced all of the rounds in this kit with Escodas. I've found them to be superior to the ones I had been using.

[@sonsolescq]

Brian Ashmore Studio I totally get it. I have another hobby which is archery and I have everything in my training big, not just the arrows and the bow but almost everything, in case I need something. I love when it is fully-loaded at home. I made last week a video on my channel about a traveling watercolor set for long travel, and I put more stuff that I need. I am sorry it is in Spanish! But I see the point of convenience, comfort and a bag with everything ready-to-go! It is like an already done checklist! Have you replaced all your rounds by Escoda travel brushes? The 3 ones that you have shown me? I should definitely get more brushes, but since "long Escoda numbers" are so expensive, I really want to buy first knowing that it is working for me, or at least for someone else! I am the only person that is interesting in watercolors or even art, that's also why I ask you! Thank you! Have an artist day :)

[@brianashmorestudio]

I can imagine archery would involve packing quite many items, as well. I still use regular rounds in the studio but use Escoda rounds in my travel kits. The ones I showed you are a few of them. I've bought around 10 Escoda travel brushes for various kits and applications. I've used other brands like Da Vinci Kolinsky but I keep coming back to the Escodas. They are excellent! I know what you mean about being the only one interested in watercolors. I am in the same situation... which is partly why I started this channel. To get to talk and "geek out" with others that love watercolor like yourself!

[@sonsolescq]

Yes, you are right about archery materials! Wow 10 Escoda travel brushes! A lot! Do you have some of the sets of 3 or 6 brushes? I would like to buy one, but I am not sure which one. Have you tried the Reserva, a Kolinsky-tajmyr sable brush? And also have you tried Aquario? I read in the website that it is like Da Vinci Gris Pur Paint Brush. I have started my youtube channel for the same reason! :D Let watercolor unite us! BTW, I have a recommendation for your #30x30DirectWatercolor2018: paint Queen Padme Amidala in her Red Invasion Gown dress, please! Or Enfys Nest (from Han Solo, a Star Wars story) without the mask. So many freckles and redhead! :D Thanks!

[@brianashmorestudio]

All my Escoda brushes have been bought individually. Those sets look really nice but they tend to have very small brushes that I probably wouldn't use. I have not tried a Reserva, yet. I bought one and then gave it as a gift to a friend. I need to buy another one so I can see what they are like. I have not tried the Aquario. Hmmmm. I have a few DaVinci travel rounds that I DID buy in a set of 3. However, I've been kind of disappointed in them. They don't seem to hold a point very well and the thick barrel handles are hard to get used to for me. I much prefer the Escodas. I will take your 30x30 suggestions into consideration! Thanks! (That would be a lot of freckles. Ha, ha!)

[@germanmaria]

I love your drawings.

[@rowdeo8968]

fun practice???? they r gorgeous!!!!

[@lissettjacobson7986]

You’re so talented!

[@ladyamalthia7688]

Great set up!!

[@BlackSunJamie]

Great set up. Your paintings are beautiful!

[@brianashmorestudio]

BlackSunJamie Thanks very much!!

[@cametientaucoeur]

I finally figured out that you are referring to Caran D’Ache Aquarelle water brush/ pens. I like your set up. Could you kindly tell me what specific video shows how to use this item? Thank you, Jeanne

[@melonieusher4066]

Love the flask trick ... thanks

[@SteveAtkinsonFineArt]

Love the idea of using the flasks... genius!

[@brianashmorestudio]

Steve Atkinson Studio They work pretty well. 😁

[@paintbrushes9329]

Your "awful" paintings are still better than what I'm currently able to do. I'll get there some day.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Thanks, Katchat! Hopefully, with enough practice, we can all get to where we want to be. 👍

[@paintbrushes9329]

@@brianashmorestudio thanks

[@Smudgie]

Thanks, I've just discovered your channel. Lot's of useful information.

[@mbfrezon]

The little leatherman's pliers: GREAT for stuck on tube caps.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Mary Beth Frezon Exactly! Thanks for watching, Mary Beth!

[@kookatsoonjan]

thank you...lovely review...love your bag!

[@MaryPrasadArt]

Thank you for sharing. I've been enjoying your videos and hope you make more. Love your work too! I highly recommend Daniel Smith watercolor for filling half or full pans. M Graham are wonderful paints but some colors never fully solidify and can be messy for travel - best for studio work IMO. I don't fill pans with Winsor & Newton tubes ever - they tend to crumble when dry. You could use gum arabic when filling to help with this but colors can also color shift or have rewetting problems (W&N does *not* recommend this process - best to use their half pans; they have a great Field Box Set). I have had great experiences with DS so far, plus they are fantastic watercolors.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Mary Prasad Hi Mary! Thanks very much for the advice! I've had some success with M Graham FINALLY drying in the palette but it seems to take weeks. Ha, ha! I know what you mean about the W&N getting dry and crumbly. In my palette, Burnt Umber is the worst offender and I've actually resorted to buying pre-filled pans just for that color. I'm going to have to try the Daniel Smith colors, at some point. I keep hearing great things. Thanks for watching!

[@MaryPrasadArt]

Hi Brian! You're welcome. I only buy W&N in pans - they are excellent watercolors... one of the best at glazing/layering. I will probably stop using M Graham for travel - I have one small palette with a few colors and the yellow in particular never dried (don't remember the exact yellow offhand). When I rewet them, they also seem to stay wet longer. I love them but will probably just use them in the studio or for Plein-Air (not to bring on vacation). I'm going to be doing a video series on palettes (esp. travel and mini) one of these days; right now I'm working on one for a hybrid water/sable brush.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Mary Prasad I'm looking forward to your new videos and will have fun checking out your older ones. Best Wishes! 👍

[@MaryPrasadArt]

Thanks Brian! I'm already subscribed to your channel and look forward to your next video! Hope you will do a sketchbook tour one of these days - love your work :-)

[@dennisturnage]

Mary Prasad

[@wegu8790]

Great Videos, Great Sound , Great art !!! Best regards from Germany Guenter W.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Wegu Thanks, Guenter! Always great to hear from you. 😄

[@ladyamalthia7688]

Beautiful sketches

[@elainemagliacane]

Love to know how heavy the bag is loaded with all that stuff. Enjoyed the video.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Elaine Magliacane Thanks, Elaine! I weighed the bag with full water bottles and it is almost exactly 12 pounds. It's a good weight for me but might be a little heavy for those that are a bit slighter in build. The shoulder strap helps a lot in carrying this. Of course, the contents can be changed to suit different tastes and needs.

[@theimperfectscrapper5313]

Brian says “this is pretty awful”, and I’m like OMG that’s amazing!

[@ColleenM61]

Great bag! I like to see others travel supplies as well. I thought the patch was for Appalachian trail (looks similar) so I had to look it up...pretty cool :)

[@brianashmorestudio]

Thanks, Colleen! I really appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@paulcarver4567]

There are small flat brandy bottles, plastic, about 130 ml. Rubber bands a good idea for windy conditions. Paul C.

[@Dawn24Michele]

Funny, that which artists claim they wouldn't want to sell is exactly that which I want to most. The sketches, studies, etc. I prefer that over a finished work.

[@dennisturnage]

You mentioned honey in the watercolors it might surprise you that Yarka and some of the other Russian paints use honey n their binders too..I was actually surprised at how good even the Yarkas were.they havesveral different sets in they are line with 6 tom12 colors and you can find them for less than 10 bucks..you would think they would be something like prang with such a low price bbut I was blown away with the vibrancy and quality of bsuch inexpensive paints.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Dennis Turnage Great to know. Thanks! The more I look, the more brands seem to pop up. Nice to know that there are inexpensive but good paints, out there.

[@collese]

Appalachian trail - did you hike it? Best bag I've seen yet!

[@billwesterman4583]

WoW, that's a lot of stuff. You might try Daniel Smith as an alternative to Winsor & Newton. I have found Graham to be gummy and runny in the palette, but then so is honey. Lovely work examples in your examples of some of your paintings.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Thanks, Bill! I actually did switch to Daniel Smith not long after I made this video. I didn’t like the fact that M Graham remained runny. I’ve been carrying a bit less, these days, as well. Thanks for the kind words.

[@essietangle9931]

Nice complete set up. You mentioned one thing, M Graham paints. You may want to visit with Steve Mitchell on them. I watched a Liron video were he interviewed Steve. Steve said Denise Soden had some information on fading of some m graham paints. Don’t know the details. Most of what I paint is just for me so I dont plan to change the paints I have.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Essie Tangle Thank you, Essie! I just watched that same interview with Steve, last night. I did catch that he had heard that Prussian blue from MG could fade. For now, I’ve moved from my years and years of using Winsor and Newton to Daniel Smith. I’m really enjoying them.

[@paul1349]

Hey Brian I ordered that book you did a review on thanks a lot.

[@brianashmorestudio]

3369 art That’s great!! I was just looking through my copy a couple of days ago. 👍

[@clairebourbonniere6937]

I enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing. Which series of the Escoda brushes are you using ?

[@brianashmorestudio]

Hi Claire, So sorry for the late reply. I started out using the Escoda Versatils as they mimicked sable quite nicely. Since this video, I've added an Escoda Perla (white synthetic), an Escoda Prado or two (synthetic and very similar to the Versatil), and a couple of Ultimos (synthetic squirrel hair). I've really been enjoying the Escodas and find myself using them at home instead of my "studio brushes." They are just that good. I will be doing a video soon comparing all four of these Escoda synthetic travel brushes. Thanks so much for watching!

[@clairebourbonniere6937]

Thank you for your reply. Anxiously waiting for your review of watercolour paint brushes. I have a few Escoda Prados and they are lovely except I seem to wear out the tip quite quickly.

[@diannemiddaugh2478]

Nice video. What is the size of your bag? Looked it up on Amazon and they had two sizes, a 14" and a 17". I was curious about what the size your bag was. Thanks for the video.

[@barbrajoan2554]

Thank you so much for sharing your tools. Always interesting and fun to see what other artists carry around. I'm a watercolor artist living near Tallahassee, Fl. Your paintings, drawings and sketches are amazing. I wondered if you had formal training.?

[@brianashmorestudio]

Barbrajoan Joan Agreed! I love pouring over videos of what other artist use. I have had some formal training. I have a BA in Fine Art and studied watercolor, primarily, during college. Thanks!

[@faypaints]

I loved seeing what was in your bag! I also have a little pouch like the one you carry your tools in. I love it! Please, can you tell me about the little mixing tray that is in the front pocket? That would be great to include with my tools. Thanks for sharing!

[@brianashmorestudio]

faypaints Hello Faypaints, Thanks for watching! The small palette is just a cheap plastic one from Hobby Lobby. I've used it a couple times on my field easel with a little wall tack to keep it in place. Hope that helps.

[@faypaints]

Thank you. It is very similar to a small palette that came with a Sakura paint set I have. But mine has "legs" on it. I use it in the studio, but not good for putting in a carrying case. I will keep my eyes open for something.

[@LadyCyr]

Switch yo QoR watercolors they rewet beautifully are very bright a ltiile goes a long way almost no color shift. And use aquazol as the binder which helps with lightfastness and is used to restore old art. I love them!. They also love to move. They explode in water. Let me know if you try these and if you switch to them. They are my fave and i have 83 of their colors. They just came out with 3 mew colors but they have those 3 only in half pans for thr moment If they release them as open stock ill buy the 3 colors im missing. I hope you enjoy them. Maybe you could do a side by side comparison/review.

[@MsClaireTaylor]

This is great! What brand are your watercolor palettes? Where did you get them?

[@chainsawkitten3766]

Nice bag. Did you mention the brand of the bag? Though this is way too much stuff for me to carry. If I got a big bag, I’d just be tempted to fill it up...

[@brianashmorestudio]

The bag is made by a company called 5.11. This bag does contain a lot of stuff. If I were carrying it for miles, I'd definitely cut it down to the basics.

[@tanyaratti]

Hi you mentioned a new brand paint with honey.... have you tried Sennelier? These are very vibrant and also made with honey. I have their full range and made up swatches. Beautiful colors and range. 98 colors I think. The only color they could not provide with my set was opera rose. I love them all. Very moist and rich.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Tanya Adams Hi Tanya! I have not tried Sennelier but I've heard from many artists that they are excellent! I have settled on Daniel Smith watercolors, for now. I'm used to Winsor and Newton. So, the DS paints are a nice in-between from M Graham and W&N. They aren't hard and brittle like some W&N's can get, but have a nice vibrancy and rewetting ability like the M Graham's without being runny or sticky (at least for awhile). Thanks for the suggestion! I may try the Senneliers, at some point. I'd love to try them all but $$$. Ha, ha.

[@laurenstephens8230]

Love your setup! I know you posted this two years ago, but I’m interested to know how the M. Graham watercolors traveled with you? I’ve had to just keep mine in my stationary art stuff because I’ve found that they don’t dry fully and they run. I also live in an extremely humid region though. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@brianashmorestudio]

I live in a pretty dry climate... and STILL the M Grahams seem to take forever to set-up (dry) in the palette. I switched to Daniel Smith not long after this video and haven't looked back. They seem to be the perfect color saturation and non-brittleness, for me.

[@marcosarg1]

Awesome stuff! Have you heard about James Gourney? kinda the same style!

[@sbstone3888]

Where did you find those neat Flasks Brian?

[@brianashmorestudio]

I ordered them from Amazon US. They are called “GSI Outdoors 10 fl Oz flask.” GSI Outdoors 10 fl Oz Flask www.amazon.com/dp/B001LF3IGQ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@brianashmorestudio]

When I look at the Amazon listing, now, it shows a much longer narrower-looking flask than what I have. I’m not sure if it’s a skewed picture or if they’ve changed them since I ordered mine.

[@sbstone3888]

@@brianashmorestudio Ok thanks Brian. It is an 18oz. They no long show the 10oz. BTW I really appreciated your quick response and particularly the video on glazing. I've heard the term but you're the first to explain how and why you do it.

[@400txuser]

GIJoe Adventure Team. Yay! Browney points for me!

[@uritlanzet2428]

Great video! Is there a chance you list the equipment names etc?

[@francesschatz3131]

Where did you get the sketch bag!

[@cindyc9527]

Have you tried Roman Szmal paints?

[@bostonblackie9503]

Water bottles look like flasks to carry whiskey. They are beveled on one side and the tops look like they would hold a wee dram!

[@littleSallyJo]

Looks like a VERY complete & compact kit for most every sort of outdoor painting. I have just one question about your bag. Are those straps at the bottom of the flap side of your bag adjustable in length, at all? Would you be able to slide a fold-up lightweight easel under those straps? I realize that the easel legs (even folded up) would stick out of either side a fair amount, but might be handy to have along for plein-aire work. Just curious...

[@brianashmorestudio]

Hi Sally! If I understand your question correctly, I would say no. Those straps aren't very long. They are adjustable but are really only there to hold the buckles that snap onto the flap. They aren't really long enough to put much through even adjusted to their longest point. Hope that helps.

[@littleSallyJo]

@@brianashmorestudio Thanx for the info!

[@bonnieshapiro3511]

Enjoyed this. Can you tell me brand & where u got the curved flasks. Looked on amazon . Don’t see this one.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Sure. It's called the GSI Outdoors Flask (10 0z). www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001LF3IGQ/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@claystudiofx]

have u replaced that bag ?

[@Frieda_Kamstra]

Im so curious. Where does the A stand for? Anarchy?

[@pebble888]

Thanks for making these videos. Really fascinating to see how a professional sets up their art kit. I noticed in this and in one of your other videos your very limited palette . I’d love to see you do a video where you went through each of the colours and why you ended up with that set. Thanks again

[@brianashmorestudio]

pebble888 Hi Pebble, Thanks for watching. I’ve had a couple people ask about my color palette. So, I will try to do a video about that sometime soon.

[@astrog8tr]

Nice video and lots of interesting additions. But what's with the patch? Are you a hiker? if so, do you hike and paint (near the trail)?

[@LilRaisinAcres]

astrog8tr I see an Appalachian Trail patch!

[@astrog8tr]

Yeah so do I, hence my question.

[@brianashmorestudio]

That's actually the logo from the old GiJoe Adventure Team line of toys from the early 70's... I'm a vintage toy nerd. :)

[@brianashmorestudio]

Not really much of a hiker.

[@astrog8tr]

Look up the Appalachian trail logo. They appear to be identical. Well but vintage toys are cool too.

[@stevenmonaco8988]

Great video! That 5.11 Mike bag comes in three sizes...just wondering which one you had in the video. Tks.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Sorry to take so long to get back to you, Steven. I just checked my order with Amazon and I purchased the small bag.

[@stevenmonaco8988]

Tks!

[@Ty_The_Bonsai_Guy]

Where did you get the G. I. Joe patch? 😁👍

[@alexshi9320]

I hate pencil sharpeners. Havent used one since third grade. Because they often times dont give you the right sharpness and you cant control the length of lead that sticks out. When I’m doing a quick sketch for a painting I like to use a harder pencil so it doesnt leave a dark mark. I use a knife to sharpen the pencil lead to about an inch long exposed and its so great for that. Pretty much never needs to be sharpened again until several sketches later

[@Spiroffd]

M Graham paints will dry enough to carry in a pallet. I do it all the time. I have spoken with the company and they have worked with their formulas so that artists could be able to do this. It may however depend on your climate. They are a great company and very supportive of artists and community.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Spiroffd Good to know. Thanks! Mine took about a week to dry in the palette but they don't seem to be runny after drying. Maybe mine are the newer formula.

[@patio87]

Damn, I think I would have just bought a longer bag than cut up my brushes, lol.

[@francesschatz3131]

Where can one purchase this bag?

[@capbin146]

I love m graham but the rewetting feature is actually a disadvantage when you pack up, as they stay wet longer and they run a bit. I just got a winsor Newton In a sale so carry that or portable painter with Schminke. 3 great brands 1 enthusiastic painter. Thanks

[@brianashmorestudio]

Thanks for the comment, Big C. I've settled on using Daniel Smith. They seem to have great rewetting capability, like the M Grahams, without the risk of them being a runny mess when wet. I'm really, really liking the DS paints.

[@capbin146]

Enjoy them they are excellent quality. I picked up the essentials set, great paint but pricey here in the UK. Like people say about Schminke in the US. On holiday soon and for the first time plan to do a plein air every day.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Thanks! Right, I've heard that the DS paints are expensive over there. I have a friend in the US who switched from Schminke to DS for the same reason.. the Schminke paints were expensive and harder to get. Enjoy your holiday!! Not much better than having a bunch of free time to paint!! Take Care.

[@tednorth4795]

Brian, thank you for very interesting and useful presentation of your toolkit. Can you please share how you prepare your new tinboxes? There is a very annoying beading of paint on the enameled palette surface. I tried a few recommended things like washing with baking soda, with toothpaste etc but all of them are not good enough. What is your method? Thank you in advance.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Ted North Hi Ted! Beading is problematic, for sure. To be honest, I don’t really have any good answers. My 5” fold-out tin palette works very well without beading. Can’t remember if it started that way or not. It may have just got better over-time. My 12” tin has some beading but my aluminum studio palette is the worst offender. I wish I had an answer. Yong Chen did a video about this problem on plastics. Maybe there’s something useful there?? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWjIlZ-Oa9mqhtE

[@tednorth4795]

Hi Brian! Thank you for your prompt response. Yes, I've seen Young Chen's video a few months ago and it did not help me much. Liz Steel recommended ( www.lizsteel.com/trip-prep-getting-my-palette-ready/) some abrasive cleaner Gumption but it is australian general kitchen cleaner. Brenda Swenson talks about mild abrasive such as baking soda here (brendaswenson.blogspot.com.au/2015/06/how-to-set-up-watercolor-travel-palette.html). So if even you don't have an ultimate solution then probably nobody does:). I will try to somehow live with beading as everybody else lives. Thanks again for your great channel!

[@Roslyngal]

Hot tip for seasoning enamel or plastic palettes- use toothpaste (scuff it around, wash off) or those white cleaning sponges (Wonder sponge? Miracle Sponge?).

[@freddykrueger6571]

i like idea of cutting off the brushes to make them fit. kind of like a sawed off shotgun.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Ha ha!! Lethal brushes...

[@Angela-jy8um]

I really like the 511 bag! Can we ever have too many pockets? I don't think so!! It would be nice if you labeled the items and brands in the description in case some brands are hard to spell, etc..., but I think my notes will suffice. Thanks for the video.

[@carolynderricks3226]

Couldn’t find that bag for sale anywhere; don’t think they still make it.

[@lutobor13]

You can actually fit more pans in those tin pallets. Pans fit nicelly in the middle as well. You can fit 21 half pans in the smallest one. I've heared that Pentallic jouranls fall apart and don't hold pages well. Is that true?

[@brianashmorestudio]

Sorry to take so long to respond! Thanks for the heads-up on the pans. I haven't had any trouble with the Pentalic sketchbooks falling apart. I'm not too rough on them, though. Just normal use. Maybe some people have had issues but I haven't had any problems.

[@Vladimok]

Hello, What is the brand of the bag and the pencil case? Thank you

[@brianashmorestudio]

Hi! The bag is a small 5.11 Mike Messenger bag and the inner pencil case is made by Lihit Labs. Thanks for watching!

[@LazyStory]

How heavy is it? Looks like just shy of 5 kg

[@maddwoba]

Good stuff--thanks for sharing

[@brianashmorestudio]

maddwoba Thanks MW! I always appreciate you watching and supporting.

[@ArtistWizardry]

I just bought the LIMA because of this video. :) Hoping it's not gonna be too big.

[@debracherry8629]

Zarah McIntosh when it arrives, will you let us know how you like it, especially size-wise?

[@ArtistWizardry]

@@debracherry8629 Will do.😊

[@ArtistWizardry]

@@debracherry8629 so I have the Lima and I do really like it although it is noticeably wider. Basically add three more inches to the width of the Mike size, and 2 more inches in depth. Everything else is exactly the same. There is plenty of padding for the laptop compartment and overall the bag feels very well built. I've been having fun with all the velcro patch options too. I really think the Mike is plenty enough but I do enjoy this Lima.

[@rowdeo8968]

Its like my purse LOL I need one

[@dessertspring4559]

Is the pentalic journal size 5” by 8” or 7” by 10”?

[@brianashmorestudio]

5 x 8. 👍

[@maryjanelucido5644]

AT Maine to Georgia ❤️

[@mele9627]

great art

[@brianashmorestudio]

Mel E Thanks, Mel!

[@MacArthurPiper]

Neat bag, where did you get the bag? Has it got a makers name to it?

[@brianashmorestudio]

It's called the Maxpedition Fatty. I purchased it on Amazon.com. I think they still have them for sale.

[@pixels2u]

Hey Brian, just stumbled onto your video -it's always nice seeing what's in someone else's to-go setup. I've been cracking up because your contents are nearly identical to mine, and each time you pull another item out, YEP! got that! Including that little zippered supply bag, which is by "Lahit Labs" - I have two and they've proved to be my very favorites over the years, neither show any sign of wear at all. I have one setup mostly for sketching and mixed media and one for watercolors. I keep my watercolor gear in a mini Fjallraven Kanken backpack, another quality piece of gear that holds up to abuse. Love the DaVinci travel brushes, want a couple more, also the little pop out water cup is nice. Did you move to M. Graham? If so, how have they worked for you? I've also been a WN person for years, but have recently been playing with Schminke and Senneliers. I've also been hacking my travel palettes to make them lighter to haul + hold more pans (by removing inner clip tray & adding sm magnetic strips to bottoms of pans - works great!) Anyhow, thx for a great video. You've inspired me to make a video of my setup. Am curious to see more of your videos. Best! Pix

[@brianashmorestudio]

Hi! Sorry to take so long to get back to you! I did mess around with M Graham for a little while but have settled on Daniel Smith watercolors. They don't get brittle like Winsor and Newton but are also not runny and sticky like M Graham tends to be. They seem to be a perfect "middle ground" between the two. That's pretty funny that you have so many of the same materials. :)

[@sdovas]

...most important, do you still have that bitchin' yellow plastic 6-wheeled vehicle in which your Adventure Team figures could go blasting across the backyard?

[@brianashmorestudio]

No, I don't! Wish I did!! Ha, ha!!

[@mtngirl4944]

Great info!! Thanks. I’m not going to say that word.” lol 😂

[@brianashmorestudio]

Ha ha! Yeah, didn't necessarily need to mean something bad but it was one of those "in the moment" edits that probably didn't even need to be addressed. Oh, well. :)

[@betzie_paintz2284]

Your bag must be very heavy. Do you know how much it weighs??

[@karenloewenstein9898]

Where can you buy those curved flasks? can you share a link? Thanks.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Karen Loewenstein Hi Karen! Here's a link to the flask on Amazon... www.amazon.com/dp/B001LF3IGQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_i_o-h6Ab5KNEZYP

[@jamkapha]

Did you have a list of links to the items in this video? I love your videos ! Thanks

[@brianashmorestudio]

Im sorry but I don't. However, the vast majority of these items were purchased on Amazon.com.

[@brucenunn3268]

Brian Ashmore Studio what is the name of this Bag.?

[@desireelou9048]

Your very humble

[@brianashmorestudio]

Desiree Lou My wife probably wouldn't agree with you. Ha, ha! Thanks! Thanks for watching!

[@davidamosphotography]

Where can I get those patches from?

[@brianashmorestudio]

davidamosphotography Hi David, they are called "Morale Patches" and are of military origin, I believe. There are hundreds of designs made (mostly military themed, I think). If you look on Amazon.com, many should show up. A search on google will probably also bring up a bunch for sale. They are a fun way to personalize this kind of gear.

[@ArtOfDavidAmos]

Brian Ashmore Studio awesome thank you Brian.

[@garytangeman9351]

Are you sure one bottle hasn't something a little stronger than water, for cold days??? With Regards Gary Tangeman.

[@brianashmorestudio]

Hi Gary! Pure water in both bottles... really... just water. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. I'm not sure what you are inferring. Ha ha! 😉😂 Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@flatbrokefrank6482]

Nooo sketch books are interesting - more so than finished work - stay safe!

[@cristinamedrano9127]

YOU CARRY TOO MUCH

[@brianashmorestudio]

I do. I might need to see a therapist. I probably carry too much stuff in my bag, as well. Thanks!

[@moma-b]

KUM's website says Kunststoff- und Metallwarenfabrik, so I guess that KUM comes from that KU.nststoff and M.etalwarenfabrik. (The company exists since 1919.) Not the best PR decision ever, but probably they never thought their brand will become internationally known. 😂 (We all know the company PEN ISLAND, right? 😉)

[@jerryoven]

Appalachian trail

[@brianashmorestudio]

Jerry Oven It looks just like the Appalachian Trail logo but it's actually the logo for the old GiJoe Adventure Team toys from the early 70s. 👍

[@sheilaforest5419]

Brian Ashmore Studio well my cookie 🍪 crumbles lol 😂 I too, thought it was Appalachian Trail

[@EstrafaDC]

You can pronounce that German company's name with no concern. It's actually pronounced KOOM. Check out JetPens' handy German stationary pronunciation guide (they also have a clever video about pronouncing Japanese stationary items too BTW). kzbin.info/www/bejne/pX_IhWekfLx2apo

[@brianashmorestudio]

Good to know! Thanks!!

[@fish7719]

lol I just use a laptop bag.

[@brianashmorestudio]

N. Iqbal That’s great! Whatever works. 👍

[@curieuxhappy]

nice , but twooooo much things !!!!

[@brianashmorestudio]

Nice to be prepared... but, yes, it's a lot.