A Gallo Naturale Set! Italian Handmade Watercolor Paint Full Review

[@mostlyvoid.partiallystars]

Wow, that copper blue and green gold are amazing!

[@WhiteWulfe]

I have to say, that's a great way of doing sets - having them all have a nice balance to them, but no shared colours between them all!

[@SPQRKlio]

I adore these paints and treated myself to the Naturale plus some extras. Definitely not inexpensive-I had to save up and then show some restraint-but the softer tones inspire me to create, and Alina Gallo was very nice and quite generous with samples. Also, I feel like I can trust her skill for creating close substitutes for dangerous, unstable, or unavailable old/ancient pigments.

[@amberdreams_0]

I have a lot of A Gallo colours now and they are just so lush. I'm thinking of stringing the hand painted little wrappers together to make a mini paper chain Christmas decoration - I couldn't bring myself to throw them away after opening up each pan. 😂

[@tavenchristensen3157]

OMGOSH ‼️….. I’m going to buy one pallet every month, until I have all of them. Can’t wait! This is the greatest. THANKYOU to A. GALLO‼️and of course OTO‼️😉

[@OtoKano]

So glad you’re enjoying the paints!!

[@halichummel2918]

It seems Oto has finally found her Holy Grail Of Watercolors 🎨. Too bad, that for most artists they are way too expensive. Oto, your database is absolute killer. Thank you indeed for this!

[@phillipstroll7385]

If they can afford to give them away to youtubers they don't need our money. Do what I did. Just buy the pigments in powder form fir less than $50 and make your own for life. Just add optical brightners when you want that bright modem look

[@stephanie.kilgast]

Beautiful colors, but not one's I'd work with, but that lapis lazuli! *gasp* straight to my wish list :) Really like the copper blue as well, but it's easy enough to mix.

[@msfrehel8758]

I got the small signature set and love ❤love ❤love ❤it! The paints are simply fantastic! Of course they are expensive, but they last for a long term and are worth every penny!🎉

[@ericakauffman5786]

I paint detailed, realistic florals and fruits. I invested in the A. Gallo 48 pan plus 4 (you can fit an extra pan in each row). I have found it is very difficult to create with more than two layers. I use 100% cotton, 300gsm paper. Any layer after the second will lift the layers under. I am used to Sennelier, Daniel Smith, M. Graham and a few others. I don't have this problem. It is taking some getting used to and perhaps these aren't the paints for me but I will be trying 600gsm paper, so we shall see ...

[@leafii]

thank you for this info！i paint wildlife with 5 layers up...your comment saved myself some bucks😆

[@ABirdWoman]

Yes, I love A Gallo for a one or two-layer project, but not for multiple layering. It took me awhile to discover that character of the paint but if you know what you are doing and can do it with one or two layers, this may work for you. I also have the Signature palette and in time may get some other ones. The granulation aspect of the paints also is challenging if you are not expecting it.

[@DAVID-kd3qy]

I think there is a watercolour painting medium which facilitates multiple layers. I remember an article in THE ARTIST magazine.

[@CLOUDSINTHEKITCHEN]

I have this very set, but no Hercolano Red minus a couple of others in it. Customer services is amazing. Having said that, no smell of rosemary oil for me. Also have a problem with some pigments that just won't wet easily and are way too light with no expansion. I also feel they needed a red of some sort. It is special for sure, but not my favourite. However, their dot card is exquisite.

[@SarahNotSara]

That natural palette is gorgeous. They look like very good quality paints.

[@musia1861]

Thank you my dear. I went straight from this video to Jackson's and ordered the Naturale set. Yippee.

[@ganderian]

I got the classic set after your last video and have been blown away - now I have even more palettes to drool over 😋 Edit: I love an earth pigment and that lapis looks stunning!

[@vickilee6335]

This is the only pallet I bought from her. I really love it!! I'm in the US, so I can't justify spending the money for the other colors. But this set really fits my personal taste. I just love the harmony between all of them together.

[@zoewhite7705]

Would love to see your thoughts on these when you have painted with them.

[@tavenchristensen3157]

💥I just had to watch this for the second time. 🥰 I have great respect A. Gallo and cannot wait to start learning all about these natural mineral paints! ~~~ ps. Oto, I had to smile when watching you swatch out Indigo!! You’re personality is so down to earth, and so cute. And now, I understand and share in your excitement for how “honest” the hue is. I didn’t realize how beautiful the authentic colour was. 🙂 - THANKYOU ‼️

[@shellbell4537]

Oh I love their potters pink! I’m always looking for a more pinky potters pink! It’s fun to mix as a subbed red or magenta.

[@aeli999]

I just got some A Gallo and they are so lovely. They are my new favorite. Also a new fav art supply store. Those of you in the US, Jackson's is fab. They always say to allow 10 days for shipping, but it's only taken that long once. They are fantastic to work with. Their website can be a bit flakey, but it works if you try a few times lol. I love Blick's, but they don't carry much that isn't the standard brands that you can find most anywhere (assuming you, unlike me, have an actual art supply store nearby.)

[@loveandlife4222]

I have and love this palette! I think it is exactly what they say ~ natural. It’s great for painting whatever you see in plein air whether it be urban or landscape/beach scenes. I love it for plein air because I don’t have to mix these paints ~ they are beautiful as they are. That makes them quick and convenient. Thanks for your thoughts on them.

[@moniquem.868]

These are beautiful and I can't wait to get them. There is someone using this palette for her paintings of dogs and they are perfect for that. Thanks Oto for the swatches and info!

[@raecampbellsstudio]

I adore A Gallo. My favourite brand

[@dkstamberose]

My first time buying A. Gallo was because of one of your reviews and now after seeing these swatches I’m off to get some more 😂😂😂. Your swatches and reviews are immensely helpful in letting me know which colors to buy and I appreciate them greatly!! Thank you 😊

[@nancysharp3933]

Your video blew me away! I value your opinion. I have one of the naturale smaller sets. Your video helped me figure out what other colors I might want to add to my palette. Thanks Oto!!

[@OtoKano]

So glad the video was helpful! What colors are you going to add?

[@nancysharp3933]

My sister got me Yin min blue for my birthday in November. I would love the lapis lazuli and the Hematite genuine. I did order copper blue, pietra rosa,fig green and hakaido orange, a few months ago. So I feel guilty ordering more.

[@nancysharp3933]

Just found out A. Gallo is having a flash sale, Sunday 12/11/22 at 4PM CET!!! I may get more colors after all!!

[@lzal9204]

I have the small 6- primary color palate. They are some lovely, gorgeous paints. When I win the lottery I’ll get them all. That copper blue 😱 to die for!!!

[@squid24736]

your enthusiasm is contagious 😁

[@usetherightbrain.]

Two points; First, ironically, muted color is what is needed in most landscapes, and happily this pallette is on the right track. Second, it seems the paint world has caught up with the Lapis Lazuli legend, I can think of many other blues that are produced by several manufactures that are more exciting than this LL. But hey, in this pallette it fits.

[@FifthCat5]

I love natural historical paints and A. Gallo is one of my favorites. The PY43s are so gorgeous, each one with its own personality. I also absolutely love the two shades of Green Earth. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful palette!

[@kristiw.1823]

My husband got my first set of 12 A Gallo colors, for my b'day in November. They are amazing!! The smell alone makes them a delight to work with. My nose is super over-active, to the point that I can smell Arches paper when it gets wet - 😒, so using these paints with that paper was a wonderful balance. If and when I can justify getting more of them, I will, but for now they are just too expensive. Not that they aren't worth it!!!

[@OtoKano]

Oh my gosh I know what you mean about the smell of wet Arches paper 😂 So glad you got your A. Gallo set!

[@kristiw.1823]

@@OtoKano I'm not crazy!! 🥴 🎉

[@verditerthistle]

oh gosh im aching for these paints. beautiful video packed with info to match the beautiful paints too u< I love all the muted, earthy colors so much, thanks for spending the time to get great shots of the swatches, it’s so valuable!!!

[@OtoKano]

So glad you like the extra clips of swatches :D Thank you so much for noticing.

[@gumpgarbonzo]

I just ordered a set of these. Thanks for the tip! I'm looking forward towering with these paints and can't wait until they arrive.

[@jessbutterfly1934]

In the nicest way possible I’m so jealous and envious of this collection you know have but on the other hand so great full because of all the knowledge you share with us

[@jackshields8797]

i have just ordered these paints. watching your video was so enjoyable, thankyou for sharing.

[@spacepebble]

I am excited to see you swatch out all the rest. I have found that I tend to reach for my A Gallo paints more than any other brand.

[@shadowguard3578]

Me too!

[@Miastrong930]

Wonderful video. Beautiful palette and great description of each color.

[@sheryltrevino7966]

These are beautiful colors. I can really see doing so many landscape designs for fall with these. I wasn’t aware of the other pallets offered by this brand so thank you for sharing this.

[@tlembro]

I have this palette…..it is awesome! thanks for reviewing it!

[@Kaninchenbau]

Absolutely smitten with that Potter's Pink, I feel like usually Potter's Pinks tend to be more dusty, red-pinks, but this feels like a more bright, magenta-pink-- like it's not Opera Pink by any means, but on a scale of Potter's Pinks, I feel like it's the closest one to that end of the spectrum, and I absolutely love that

[@susanb5992]

I am looking for a pink that captures the pinks I saw/photographed in Venice - I'm hoping/thinking the potters pink will do it. I should get my naturally II set any day now so I can't wait.

[@julieg3290]

excellent video, so glad they will be in your indispensable !!! database of watercolors which I refer to every time I purchase paint

[@BlancaVarguesArt]

So nice vídeo, very interesting watercolor painting

[@mishayx5258]

Stunning swatch, i made a hiccup ordering 12 a gallos from jacksons, not thinking till afterwards that i could have ordered from a gallos website and got the case and brush 😭😭😭 after splashing out i defo dont intend to be buying anymore anytime soon, going away for a week on weds and so much on tomorrow im worried i may miss my delivery 😭😭 i was so excited and thought theyd come today and id get em on time but not looking promising! This is such a delight to see all your swatches, youve had me sold

[@bazutaartstudio]

Beautiful colours! A. Gallo is on my wish list of paints to try someday, as well as Roman Szmal and Michael Hardings new line. Speaking of, Michael Hardings Lapis Lazuli looks very promising as well :) I can't wait to see the other palettes!

[@4streegrrrl601]

After spending so much time looking at ALL the paints on their website, I just ordered the red and blue palettes (and one of the yellow half pans so I can mix, mix, mix) as my first order ever from A Gallo. I am eagerly awaiting their arrival in my postal box, but definitely not looking forward to my credit card bill. ;-) I'm sure they will be worth every single penny. :-)

[@sheshechic]

OMG! I have to have this collection! Thank you for all you do.

[@sigriston]

Wow that’s a lot of PY43! 😂 Beautiful colors… 😻

[@vilvile]

Very, very helpful video. Thank you.

[@wulfseig1864]

These are gorgeous. The "Super Granulating" series from Schmincke is very popular. I'd get this set If you like those but want to make your own mixes. Mix with the Quin and Phthalo colors you already have. You'd get the beautiful granulation and separation of pigments. Add in some iridescence and bam gorgeousness. I want the whole set but it's I can afford the set. I'll probably get 3 or 5 pans. Thanks so much for putting this video together. I've been so curious about them. Going to check them out on your color site. Love that resource of colors and company information. ❤❤❤

[@shadowguard3578]

I have some A Gallo paints and they are not required for producing beautiful art but I’ll say what I have said in other posts: I love choice and I like trying out different brands. ☺️

[@Saahrish]

Oto, can you review the Tintoretto brush pleaseeeeeee.

[@jannahlyon]

Oh, wow - the brown umber brownish natural, french ochre, copper blue, and indigo, 'swoon'. I have never tried A Gallo watercolors (a little out of my budget) but you have made me very curious :) Thanks for this swatching and commentary, very helpful.

[@laurieh9388]

Very cool and so interesting. Learned so much!

[@hippopotamusbosch]

Looks crunchy 💛

[@Rosie4540]

Do you think you'll review the new DS gouache? Would love to hear your thoughts!

[@th3317]

bought it but find it hard to rewet and lift the paint

[@kzbaby2002]

Very impressive!

[@awatercolourist]

I believe W&N has two hues of Green Earth: one is PG23 and the other a mix.

[@jackshields8797]

great video. thankyou for swatching this naturale 24 set. i live in america, how can i purchase this set?

[@PaulaScardamalia]

So informative. Love A Gallo and am making a list of what to buy next. Oh dear!

[@OtoKano]

What’s on your list so far? :D

[@PaulaScardamalia]

@@OtoKano oh, I'd love that indigo and lapis lazuli and the potter's pink and copper blue. Not in that set but one I've had my on is Pietra Rose. I have the Signature 1 12 half-pan set and have added colors to it already, like lemon yellow and Medici red and Quin. gold and Indanthrone blue.

[@patti3d]

I like their brushes. But as with the paints their once a month buying date sells out very fast.

[@PaulaScardamalia]

@@patti3d for some reason, your other reply isn't listed here. Anyway, I wanted to get some A Gallo when I was in Italy but I think the only shop they have there is in Assisi and we didn't make it over there. The shop I visited in Rome had Maimeri Blu though, (another Italian watercolor maker) and I did get some of those while I was there. They were my only souvenirs other than a few postcards. :)

[@patti3d]

@@PaulaScardamalia I deleted my post as I thought it might be too personal info but glad you read it. I am Italian and that is on my bucket list to go to Italy! And of course go to Assisi for some watercolors! 🤩

[@crystalinedreams6039]

well so much for my thought of picking up a. gallo paints a jackson's for the us. i managed to find them but when the page opened it was set to pounds not dollars so i changed it & the paints disappeared. 🤨 guess they don't want my money.

[@glaciie]

first, also really excited to lear more about a gallo

[@alinatr2693]

I would cry if someone gave me these for free😂🤣☺ I think I'll buy 3 blue to green colors,because I try to ceate my own palette right now and blues and green are still misssing in my range☺

[@theresarowe1656]

I bought some based on your earlier review. I love A Gallo paints. Appreciate the review! I will hope this is in my future.

[@OtoKano]

So glad you enjoy the paints, they are beautiful!

[@lauriehuber8048]

So jealous❣️

[@joycesnodgrass7068]

WOW!

[@softandcosy]

the soft colour set is my dream 😂❤ pthalos scare me

[@grannysmithart]

just curious about the term "vegan" in reference to watercolor paints. Other than those paints using honey, aren't all watercolor paints vegan? or is there something else in the ingredients we don't know about ? i saw a review of a vegan set being sold by Jackson's, seems odd. thanks for any insight you can give

[@michelemarchesani5139]

Ox Gall is in many watercolor paints, so I never use those brands. Also, some pigments are derived from animals/sentient beings such as ivory/bone black.

[@heianwoman]

Also many vegans won’t use honey in their paints. I don’t personally understand this but they wish to be told.

[@grannysmithart]

@@michelemarchesani5139 ok, thanks, i didn't know about the ox gall

[@michelemarchesani5139]

@@grannysmithart You are welcome😊

[@OtoKano]

Ox gall and PBk9 (bone black) is also animal derived. I’ve written a post about it along with a list of what animal products each brand offers: otokano.com/brands-that-are-vegan/

[@gnostie]

Based on this video, I am not at all convinced that A. Gallo paints are worth the exorbitant price tag. I do understand that the company is generous towards the influencers and therefore the reviewers might feel obliged to reciprocate. What's needed, however, is a scenario whereby a reviewer buys these paints with their own money and honestly compares them with existing brands. Such a comparison would reveal whether there are colours among the A. Gallo range that are genuinely unique and worth trying. That would be the key difference between a review and an advertisement. For example, Daniel Smith paints are rather expensive in the UK (though not as expensive as A. Gallo). And so there are helpful reviews that tell us which colours of the DS range can be left aside and which are interesting and unique.

[@SPQRKlio]

I’m a bit of a fan of A. Gallo, and back a few years ago I wanted to support the company when it seemed to be a smaller operation and more narrowly focussed on providing or duplicating old-style colours from the perspective of an historian. So, I have a lot of but not all the paints. The Naturale palette pairs well with Schmincke, but can be overwhelmed by the stronger Schmincke colours. The Lapis Lazuli, as the video mentions, is better than any other I’ve tried. I find myself reaching for my A. Gallo palette instead of other brands, just to enjoy them. For whatever my non-influencer opinion is worth! I’d recommend sampling from the Naturale range over the other sets, and choose only one of the various Yellow/Gold Ochres and similar, which are lovely but redundant. The metallic gold is lovely, but just one of many nice metallic watercolours out there. Zirconium Blue is pretty but too weak for me. The Morellone is stunning, and the Buff Titanium is, if you have use for a buff titanium, which I didn’t until I tried this one, a solid option. I’d describe them as a less excitable M. Graham, a more “natural” feeling Sennelier, and a less… I need an adjective… bombastic(?) Schmincke. MG, Sennelier, and Schmincke suit my tastes, and DS and WN absolutely do not suit me, if that helps for comparison.

[@SPQRKlio]

I should mention that I like the included brushes and travel brushes a lot, the brand name escapes me at the moment.

[@gnostie]

@@SPQRKlio Thank you. I've added your informative response to my Gallo file. Found and watching Kim Crick's review now. She has a good eye.

[@Chloe-zr9lk]

I agree. I think a side by side with other professional paints/pigments would be really useful to compare them against. From someone who does not have the paints, but makes my own watercolour paints, I think they are probably lovely paints to use. I have watched just about every review on youtube on them because they fascinate me so much, being handmade paints themselves. At at the end of the day, they are just watercolour paints, made professionally and to a high standard it looks, but still just paint. And I don't think they are going to outperform any other professional range. All professional watercolour ranges are pretty similar, just with different qualities. Sennelier is light and transparent, daniel smith is ultra intense in colour and have unique granulating colours etc. I reckon these paints shine in what colours they offer that no other company does. Their potters pink is pretty unique. Lapis Lazuli of course. Their zircon blue is also a unique pigment. The fig green is unusual but easily mixed. Same goes for the Copper Blue. The colour selections for the palettes are unusual, and I think that's great for those who are really passionate about unique watercolour paints/sets. At the end of the day, I think these are really, just luxury paints. And for the most part, any other professional brand of watercolour would be comparable, except for in the case of unusual pigments. I don't think the everyday painter, or hobbyist needs them. They seem suited for professionals, who can justify the cost as part of their work, and people who are just ultra passionate about their paints and don't mind spending the extra buck to get the most luxurious paint on the market. Or alternatively, these paints could be an exceptionally meaningful gift. I just don't think these paints are for everyone, or even the majority, with the pricetag they have. Which is probably a very reasonable pricetag when the labour required to handmake the paints is considered. But I don't think they are an investment, or anything so special that one must get them even when they already have a functional set. The paints will just be used, at the rate any other paint will be used. Just my 2 cents on the paints.

[@gnostie]

@@Chloe-zr9lk I agree. Even if money played no role in this, most of us already have our normal palettes, go-to paper and a collection of brushes we know get the job done. When another manufacturer comes along with their products, I don't think many people with an established practice are going to suddenly uproot their setup and start from zero with the new manufacturer. Which is why what you wrote makes a lot of sense. From what I've seen on KZbin so far, I'd be curious to see the following in person: notturno, zirconium blue, pietra rosa, harbor blue, olive green deep, dark forest, morellone, indigo and their numerous and interesting neutrals. I think I'll get a dot card and see how my beloved Saunders takes Gallo paints, then reassess which, if any, to get as half pans.

[@LexiandAimee123]

Where can I buy these ?

[@awatercolourist]

I think Zecci has a stronger Lapis lazuli, but not sure.

[@peteinuk]

Isn't Rose madder genuine fugitive?

[@OtoKano]

Yes it is, as well as the genuine indigo.

[@DAVID-kd3qy]

It is a beautiful colour, but can only be used if the work is to be kept in a folder. The oil paint version is more lightfast, but not necessary as a close approximation can be made with mixing lightfast colours.

[@SaraBeet]

Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat. I wish I could afford these ;.;

[@victoriagoddard4617]

Their website is totally sold out of paints. 😢

[@awatercolourist]

I unglue myself from my screen and everyone decides to upload videos 🤨? How could I be first if KZbinrs are not more considerate of my schedule?!! 😂

[@OtoKano]

Lol, okay, so my posting schedule is always at 3pm on Mondays, and if there’s a second video, 3pm Thursday! (Most of the videos anyway. One or two will sneak in at a different time.)

[@awatercolourist]

@@OtoKano I’m etching this info in my memory 😈. Unless I forget 😂

[@suziesusen]

too expensive,😪

[@demi3115]

If they can give away sets, they can afford to lower prices.

[@xy4006]

I hate the way you exaggerate everything...really off putting.