St. Petersburg White Nights Watercolors 36 Pans Review

[@staycha]

Thanks for the review))) I'm from Russia, just from St. Petersburg and here you can buy these paints in every office supply store)) I have been using these paints since childhood, this company has been producing various paints for a long time, such as: watercolor, acrylic, oil, tempera, various pencils, paper and all that I even had one box with paints from my father, made in 1976

[@iritlandgraf]

Hi! So nice to hear from someone who comes from Russia about these paints. I suspected they were hugely popular there, almost every Russian painter I see online uses or used them. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@predragdjokic3761]

Can you pls tell me what colors are without toxic components in them like vermilion cadmiums lead etc. i want to start to learn to paint and i want to paint without worrying about my health or others health...I read alot about toxic components in paints and i really want to be safe while paint.What can you personally tell me about that toxic components in watercolors from your experiance???? Ty upfront for your time !

[@staycha]

@@predragdjokic3761 And who do you ask this? Me or the author of the channel?

[@staycha]

@@predragdjokic3761 If me, then ... these paints do not contain toxic componentsbecause both children in art schools and professional artists use them.

[@predragdjokic3761]

@@staycha You moon.I heard and read alot about vermilion lead and some other toxic pigments that are used for certain colors that can cause birth defects etc.That is why i am sceptic about it and i really wanted to hear from other artist who use it on daily bases.I draw when i was a kid and i forgot how much i enjoy appritiate and love art and i had a little talent but working on a skill is more important then talent.Are you 100 % sure that they don't make any colors from the components that other companies use?? is there any way to find out from what pigments and components are colors made from White Nights i couldn't find it on their official page??? Ty again for your time Moon_Bunny

[@maisie6904]

Thank you so much. I’m a 68 year old beginner and wanted a review before buying watercolours. I bought the White Nights and they’re really good- I just had a bit of a problem getting them out of the silver foil, but that’s likely arthritis. Your voice is so soothing.

[@MedaHalmaciu]

I hear a lot of people who don't like the chromium oxide green, but I love it. Just try adding a speck of that in a ruby color. You get that beutiful dusty rose. I also add it to brighter greens or blues to get natural looking greens :). Love your review and love those paints!

[@iritlandgraf]

Great ideas! Thanks!

[@paulage1art]

Most colors that you see in a set and you wonder why is that color there and who would use that color - usually they are a single pigment that are excellent for color mixes! I was looking at other artists limited palettes (Jane Blundell is a wonderful watercolorist with several excellent books on watercolor mixing! See her blog - wow!) and they usually have ideal colors for mixing. Paula in Florida

[@NessaLovesSBNAF]

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[@urbangypsy69]

I also like the Chromium Oxide Green as a mixing color, also. I bought one set for a gift recently and it didn’t contain a pan, so I made him one. The cases have definitely improved over one I saw a couple of years ago.

[@leenb.7936]

Thanks for the tips!

[@Sadin15]

I wrote down paint number on the pans as well so I could move the pans around and not lose track of which paint's which

[@evangelinepoe8952]

Good to see all the comparisons. Hope to try Sennelier one day. You spent much time and effort on this video and it's greatly appreciated. Add in your humor and what a wonderful way to spend part of my day. Thank You!

[@iritlandgraf]

Thanks so much for your kind words! I know I find art supplies reviews extremely helpful (and somewhat enabling lol), so I hope others will enjoy my reviews as well. Take care!

[@ajoydas-Watch-It]

There is a new Elena Bazanova Edition out now where all the colors she uses are 3 star rating lightfastness for every one of the 21 colors included. I didn't know her prior seeing the set but once I googled her I was amazed by her work, she paint's incredible still lives and has a demo of her procedure over at the Nevskaya palitra youtube channel in a 7 part series painting a still life scene. Thought this info might be helpful for some. There is also a pretty wooden box set with 48 of the 55 range for those that like the biggest sets. Thx for the review Irit.

[@iritlandgraf]

Thanks for sharing! This is a really old video so for sure many things have changed since

[@AafkeVultink]

I Really like their transparent version of the yellow ochre, that really Gold warm yellow. Such a nice paint for mixing all sorts of oranges

[@SlothFlorist]

Thank you for such a detailed review. I love watching reviews of watercolor sets. I love my Cotman set but it's always interesting to learn about new ones.

[@iritlandgraf]

Thanks! Same here! Love watching reviews... I live vicariously ;)

[@waltpierluissi2301]

White Nights comes in tubes.... I bought them also from Russia; I do not know if all the colors comes in Tubes but I did purchase a set of 12 - 10 ml tubes.....

[@iritlandgraf]

thx for the info! I didn't know that. I only saw pans in all the online shops I visit :) good to know! thx for watching and commenting!

[@susanhamilton1822]

I saw tubes on ebay. :)

[@bobcat1097]

Только тюбики отдельно не продаются, а в наборе тюбиков самые дешёвые и не светостойкие пигменты.

[@kktuik]

yep

[@emmamariamakes]

I have bought a secondhand metal box with 21 pans of white knights for 20 euros, they had only been swatched. Excited to try them out ^^

[@iritlandgraf]

Have fun Emma!

[@kimtaculous]

I'm shopping around for a decent set of watercolour pans and this was really helpful in all kinds of ways. Thank you!

[@kamstra010]

Thank you so much for sharing. Just bought the 24 set and I love it. Also have 12 Horadam/Schmincke) half pans and love them too but the price difference is so big so if i want to expand my number of colors I go for White Nights! Great job you did here 👍🏻 Thanks again!

[@iritlandgraf]

Hi! Glad you found this helpful! I think White Nights are the best value for money choice out there!

[@RattaBagatta]

I have the 24 set and I love them

[@selfiopath1982]

The White Nights actually offer tube version of their paints, but they are not readily available in my country

[@OneTrueWord1988]

You have such a pretty voice! So sweet and happy, and you always make me laugh with the funny things you say. :) I have these paints also, and just love them. Thank you for a wonderful video!

[@jaccusefashion]

Thankyou for your really thorough review, I am really tempted by these but am also drawn to Schmincke

[@iritlandgraf]

Glad it was helpful!

[@galedar1537]

This was wonderfully done! I just purchased the 36 White Knights set ($69.99 best price I could find in USA) based on reviews I had READ but this review convinced me that I made a good decision. I have been using Cotman colors, but feel they are sometimes chalky. I also have Rembrandt which are top notch and saved for special projects, but expensive. These are a good addition. Thanks!

[@iritlandgraf]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cathleenconnellperkins804]

I would sure like to know where you purchased them in the US as that is where I am. Looking for best price, thanks in advance!!❤❤❤

[@65sunnyday]

Hi, Irit - Thanks for the great video! Jackson's now sells White Knights in 10 mL tubes. You might be esp. interested in their Cobalt Turquoise. I can't find the receipt, but it's $3-$4 per tube, and is (imho) 2nd only to Schmincke Cobalt Turquoise in brightness and clarity. Go on, try it and let me know what you think!

[@iritlandgraf]

Thanks for the tip!

[@evren0328]

Thanks for this very detailed review! It was very helpful. I decided to purchase them and can’t wait for them to arrive! I’m a beginner so this will be an upgrade from my student grade paints. Thanks again.

[@iritlandgraf]

Glad you enjoyed it! I love white nights and I think you won't be disappointed 😀

[@TerrieJohnson731]

I am relay glad that there are tons of reviews on these where many fo in depth about the paints.

[@zanerobbins7604]

According to some others on the internet, that little card in russian is a confirmation that your palette has been through quality control, and that if there is an issue, to contact the company. :)

[@alicerossiarts]

Yeah, that is right:)

[@Tasmanianval]

I personally love using white watercolor, I use it to make some pastel soft colors and a lot with black watercolor paper

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

Looking for a comparison of watercolor papers by you. For a " non proffessional" you do a very good, insightful review.

[@ChantelleVenter]

Thank you so much for your in depth reviews. Simply love it. I decided to get the 24 set with the plastic box and bought 12 extra colours of my choosing. All thanks to this review. Yay 👌🏻😍

[@iritlandgraf]

Chantelle Venter so glad you found it useful! I would have chosen exactly the same if I had to buy them again. Such a good solution, fantastic paints for a great price. Thanks for commenting!

[@susanhamilton1822]

I've been looking at these for awhile. I follow Lazy Wonder Brush and she said she started out with these paints. It's seems like a very good buy.

[@iritlandgraf]

Susan Hamilton I think they are. a commentor here mentioned that they have some questionable choices for pigments that are not lightfast as other brands are, so if that's an issue for you make some research and check that out. I think they are excellent value for money and the colors are creamy and intense, really fun to paint with. thx for watching!

[@susanhamilton1822]

I'm approaching 68 years old. I don't worry about light fastness because I won't be around to see my things fade and they aren't good enough to go in a museum when I'm gone lol. As long as the colours are bright and they flow nicely is all I care about. I find these reviews so helpful although they make me want to go out and buy everything I see. I think most of us have that same problem though. lol I could probably open a small store with my art supplies and I want more, more, more! I think Albrecht Durer water colour pencils are next on my shopping list. I shall check and see if you've done a review on those. ha ha Thanks Irit.

[@iritlandgraf]

Lol I love your reasoning Susan! But I think most of us probably won't have our art hanging in the Louvre, so we can take our chances ;) I think if my kids really want to hold on to any of my art, they won't mind that the bright pink faded... But on the other hand I do understand people wanting this reliability, def serious artists. Oh I could also open a store! I love art supplies, and since I do a lot of painting and crafting, also with my daughter, and I imagine very soon with my youngest, I really enjoy using good stuff, and I see how my daughter is excited about painting when she can use my supplies (I do try to convince her to use my more affordable ones ;) ) I have some colors of the Albrecht Durer and they are lovely. Really fun stuff. I do recommend picking up a few in your favorite colors before committing to a set. I will try to do a review once I use them a bit more, but they are def top quality.

[@sarahbland1526]

this review has me excited! someone local was selling this set on Facebook marketplace for just 15 dollars...practically untouched. I hadn't heard of the brand (im fairly new at watercolor) and I think I scored a good deal!

[@iritlandgraf]

Yay!! Have fun!

[@sariatika5345]

thanks for the reviews...my white night just arrive from seller Russia on ebay 😊

[@iritlandgraf]

yay! Have fun!!

[@sweetasbloodredjam]

If you're german you can get a 24-set of these colors under the name 'Igor Trestoi' . They are by the same manufacturer (if you flip the pans over they are branded with Nevskaya Palitras logo and 'St. Petersburg') and are the same line and just rebranded under the diffrent name.

[@arsinoe8336]

I think the reason why the Cotman cobalt blue reminds you so much of ultramarine is that it is a mix of ultramarine pb29 and pw5 because cobalt pigments are expensive so most Student Grade colors use a mixture of white and ultramarine 😊

[@iritlandgraf]

Good point!

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

Really good job of describing the brand and your comparisons. Really enjoyed . I own most paints on the market and comparing is a daunting task. Also thank you for speaking loud enough for me to hear. Many comparisons I have to guess what they are saying. Wish you lived next door, I would invite you come over to play.

[@iritlandgraf]

That sounds like fun Marjorie! I would love to ;) You're welcome and if you're ever in my area, strudel on me ;)

[@Curlyhairanddaisies]

really in-depth review thank you. I think I'll invest in these watercolours! glad I found your channel. I've subscribed. :)

[@larenaissancegirl2568]

Super helpful video, thanks Irit! This helped me decide on the 36 set. So excited about my new paints. Subscribed!

[@iritlandgraf]

La Renaissance Girl hey! Thanks for subscribing and you'll love these!

[@3ngan498]

wow! your review is super detail good job

[@brydiesgrandma]

How dare they keep sending you stuff you pay for. Very informative video though TFS

[@galedar1537]

The company should send paints free of charge to people who review them and therefore increase company sales! Tell these companies you will only review items that are free in return for the work you are doing for them!

[@emilymaness]

This was an excellent review! Thank you so much!

[@iritlandgraf]

Glad you enjoyed Emy!

[@_Obey_]

I bought the set of 24 maybe five or six years ago but I hated them. Tbh I didn‘t have ANY plan about watercolor and I was a much worse artist in general back then. They didnt come in nice packages like they do now, it was a cardboard package and I was shocked that they were so sticky and ugly looking with an uneven surface. I really hated them until recently. I took them out of the cardboard they were stuck to (bc of the sticky paint) and put them in a semi nice tobacco box. I swatched them out and noticed that they aren’t as bad as thought. The last three months I really got into watercolor, the different brands and binders/vehicles and now I am glad that I got White Nights in my watercolor collection. 🤗

[@iritlandgraf]

Yes they are very sticky! I think it's because they are poured into the pans... Some paints that have honey in them are sticky (like Sennelier), but I don't actially know if these contain honey... The new palettes are nice, but the cardbox one is cheaper, so even greater value if you already have a palette to put them in. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@MatheusFerreira-mu6lu]

i bought a few pans online and hopefully everything will arrive soon :)

[@milenabdesign]

Super helpful! I loved the comparisons! Thank you!

[@KitKatToeBeans]

I have no idea when, but you can buy their watercolors in tubes now 👍🏼 The prices have increased now, like everything has.

[@iritlandgraf]

So true!

[@MrsTiffanyGrey]

Thanks for your review! My pallet became chalky after 2 months. I was very sad. Using Mijello right now.

[@iritlandgraf]

Oh no... That's the first time I've heard anything bad about these paints... Maybe it's worth contacting the company? Never had watercolors become chalky...

[@rosatwinkleblossom]

Tiffany Grey I've had mine for a few months now and they never became chalky, that's really unfortunate for you :/ maybe try returning the product and replacing it or smth?

[@RachelKaya]

Chalky doesn't sound right, ive been usign these for over 20 years and know many people who do aswell, and never seen anything like it, I would almost say its a fake set that you have (yes even though the paint is very inexpensive by US/UK prices in Russia it would still be profitable to make a knock off and sell locally or to international customers) You could contact the manufacturer or re-seller because if you said they were too moist - thats possible but chalky with their formula - never :( anyways sorry for your troubles

[@Roslyngal]

Surely the only way this can happen is if you contaminate your pans with opaque paints or gouache? I’d say that’s a risk if you are a beginner and think to add the white (PW6) that’s in the white pan in order to lighten a darker colour? I can see how this would quickly make all your pans ‘chalky’. Teachers usually warn you to use seperate rinsing water jars for your gouache/whites, or even that can transmit to your pans as you go back and forth with your brushes. My research says that otherwise paint pans don’t change after time. They can dry out a bit, or go moldy in humid climates, but not change from transparent to chalky.

[@kutacrusader6565]

thanks for the awesome review. I'm looking at either the White Nights, Winsor Newton Cotman or the Van Gogh. Curious to think what your thoughts are?

[@iritlandgraf]

Hi Jay! I'm not a fan of Cotman, they are a little dry for my taste, but great value on their big tubes. Between White Nights and Van Gogh I think you can't go wrong. I have a couple of review of Van Gogh coming in August, including a brief brand overview. They offer so many different sets, great value and they are vegan. White Nights aren't vegan, but if that is not a concern, they are lovely to paint with. Their sets are full pans while van gogh are half pans or tubes, so personal preference comes in. White Nights are slightly better value, but the larger sets are big, so if studio space is an issue, I'd go for Van Gogh. Hope that helps!

[@kutacrusader6565]

@@iritlandgraf Thanks so much for your detailed reply. I took your pointers and went with white night! Love your vids

[@DM-nj7qd]

Great review!

[@WILOBOYlaik]

Hey, I am from st.petersburg! You should test sonnet(сонет), ladoga(ладога) and leningrad(ленинград) watercolours.

[@iritlandgraf]

FRESHERS FRIENDS ART's TM I love my white nights paints! they are amazing value. thx for commenting!

[@1WoodFairy]

Hello from Moscow))) On the leaf written-checked! On all the discovered shortcomings, please inform the plant with the enclosure of this coupon, indicating the batch number of this product.

[@thelastcoffeebean]

Hi, i was wondering, which do you feel is better: white nights or sennelier? please help I'm so confused here XD!

[@iritlandgraf]

I admit my heart says Sennelier for the most part. But a 24 half pans Sennelier set will cost around double the 36 full pans white nights. So when it comes to value for money, no doubt white nights wins. Sennelier also has a range of around 100 paints, is readily available in my area of the world in half pans, full pans, small and large tubes ( the tubes are great value and rewet beautifully), whereas white nights are available to me only in half pans and their colour range is about 50. Both brands have a creamy consistency and rewet well. Hope that helps!

[@iritlandgraf]

Correction: meant to write white nights are only available in full pans ( that cost between at least half and sometimes a quarter of similar pans by other brands... again, their value for money is unparalleled)

[@Blissfulthings]

I've subscribed! I really like your channel you are doing a great job 😊

[@iritlandgraf]

Thanks so much!! I appreciate your support!

[@paintwithdavid7279]

Thanks for sharing

[@MedaHalmaciu]

actually they do have a set of tubes (not indicidual tubes and not all the colors, but I think a set of 10-12)

[@paulage1art]

Just stumbled onto your channel and you give great reviews! Just subscribed! Paula in Florida

[@iritlandgraf]

Hi Paula! Thanks so much for subscribing! Glad you enjoyed the videos :)

[@MoiraOReilly]

thanks so much for such a thorough review Irit; it was not only helpful but very entertaining as well ;). And, oh dear watercolour guru - do I still have to wait or can I buy the White Nights LOL ??

[@iritlandgraf]

Lol! Yes, I think you won't find better value, maybe the Mijello Mission Gold 36 tube set is also worth checking, cause from what I've seen it's great (it's on my Christmas wishlist!), and maybe more luxurious? I'd compare those two and get the one that appeals to you more. But this set is really great. As I say in the video, it's a big palette, so if you have a small space to paint, I'd consider the smaller sets (the Mission Gold palette also seems quite large). I know, I'm annoying, but I always worry when people buy something based on my recommendations... Maybe I shouldn't do video reviews?? Lol

[@MoiraOReilly]

Not do review videos???? "don't talk nonsense m'dear" LOL ...

[@4elnorrd]

I just ordered this set from Jerry's Artarama on a special sale for $49 - cheaper than I found anywhere else. I am new to watercolor and found your review SO very helpful ! I inherited some Daniel Smith tubes from a friend that moved but wanted a full range of colors so the 36 pan set seemed a good purchase. I was initially trying to figure out if I needed to order a holder empty pans and a case/tin to hold them but it looks like you had no problem using them in the case they came in. Will you keep yours in the original carrier you have them in or would I want to purchase the empty pans for them and purchase another container for the set ?? Great video - a lot of effort on your part so thanks !!!

[@iritlandgraf]

Hi Nancy! I am keeping mine in their original case. I did make a few changes to the palette, got a few extra colors and removed the ones I am not likely to use (like white, that green oxide and a couple of browns). I replaced them with full pans from White Nights, but other brands could fit, as well as half pans, so it's quite a flexible palette that can grow with you as you develop your style and color preferences. Its is quite large, so if I wanted to have a smaller palette for painting on the go (not something I do but maybe you do), I'd probably get a smaller empty metal tin for 12 full pans. Glad you found my review helpful!

[@bealei26]

THIS WAS REALLY HELPFUL! THANK YOU

[@urbangypsy69]

I buy the tubes from Jackson’s Art Supplies frequently and...to be honest, I’ve found the St. Petersburg White Nights lightfastness to be better than one of the two major American manufacturers. Ouch, especially for tubes that are around $4/tube.

[@iritlandgraf]

Yup, White nights are great value!

[@geslinam9703]

I have two sets of these, both I think have 24 colors...but rarely use them. I can’t quite put my finger on why. I don’t hate them, I just don’t feel they perform like “regular” watercolors. And I hated having to unwrap all those pans. Some of the paper was stuck to the paint, and is still stuck to the paint. Everything sticks to the paint. If you have a cat, you will always be picking cat fur out of the paint.

[@clvsidy]

The music is soothing

[@sibelxo7228]

i can't decide between "White Nights" and "Mission gold" :/ Irit please! make a comparison video :D

[@iritlandgraf]

sofisgirl lol if only there were more hours on the day... my gut would say white nights. however both sets have their strong points. I like the palette of the mijello ones. I also like their pinks. I really don't like their blues. st. Petersburg have lovely blues, their ultramarine blue is one of my favourites from all the brands I have. both sets can be customised in time according to your needs. I'll do my best to make a comparison, but it comes down to personal preference at this level I think.

[@sibelxo7228]

Thank You!!! ❤ this is very helpful :D

[@beka8841]

Cool!😍

[@ЮлияМихеева-ю2е]

What paper are you using in this video? It looks really nice

[@iritlandgraf]

Юлия Михеева hi! I'm using Ken Bromley (online art supplies store in the UK, but I think they ship worldwide) practice watercolor paper. it comes in packages of 50 and great for sketching and practice. hope that helps!

[@vadimtelevad6586]

very very helpful

[@reaberilla7134]

I had a Winsor & Newton of 45 half pans for only 28 pounds , today, and I can see that this watercolor has a guache consistency ... I will wait for some more days for it! haha ... lofen! ;)

[@joanneferguson3654]

What watercolor brushes do you recommend?

[@iritlandgraf]

JoAnne Ferguson good question! I have a mishmash of brands I picked up here and there. it really depends what you paint, because there are so many different sizes and shapes... one thing I will say, pick ones intended for watercolors, use them only for watercolors, and treat them nicely ( don't leave them standing in water) :) I usually go to my local art supplies store and look at the student grade brushes. also there are good deals on Blitsy.com for brushes. another store I shop from is Jackson's art supplies in the UK and they ship brushes orders over 20£ for free worldwide.

[@mikifubuki]

do you have trouble with Cerulean Blue dripping even though there is no water on it? i put my White nights on its side as I was traveling and it dripped to the side...

[@iritlandgraf]

Nope, I didn't, but I never stored the palette on the side... sorry that you did!

[@SuperLisa78]

what's the difference with the metallic box of 35 pans?

[@iritlandgraf]

I only have plastic

[@michaelsoncin]

Do you prefer the St Petersburg or the Roman Szmal?

[@iritlandgraf]

I find them very comparable!

[@michaelsoncin]

Irit Landgraf The Szmal the seems to be more vibrant and luminous. It’s what I see comparing the other video that u made.

[@iritlandgraf]

I think I had a different camera when I filmed this video, I use them both togther and really can't say I prefer one to the other. I think Roman has some lovely mixtures that white nights doen't, and then white nights came out with some pastel colors that are really interesting (if you like that kind of paint). When it comes to same colors pigment vs. pigment they perform very similarly.

[@deekshithar.d333]

Paints are most of the time wet... How do I dry them?

[@iritlandgraf]

Leave the box open. They will dry eventually, depending on humidity and the paint itself (honey based paints tend to always stay sticky)

[@sajitham8500]

Hi can white night be used for layering? How is it in transparency ?

[@iritlandgraf]

Yes and transparency depends on the pigment, like all other brands.

[@sajitham8500]

Irit Landgraf thank you so much. So if I had to choose between the following for layering transparency and for painting botanicals and loose florals which one would u recommend? And in which order .. mungyo, white nights, Windsor and newton, kurtake?

[@iritlandgraf]

From the ones you wrote I have only tried white nights... But they would work beautifully for botanicals. I would also look at Sennelier if you can find them.

[@viviangenesie5291]

how is it flow compare to sennelier? and Is it silt? thanks in advance

[@iritlandgraf]

Hi! I think it has a similar flow, but I find that in any brand some pigments flow better than others, except Qor where generally they all have a better flow, if that's what you want. Silt? Do you mean if they are chalky? They are not, they are very creamy and smooth. Hope that helps!

[@viviangenesie5291]

@@iritlandgraf thanks you! It's really helpfull. Thank you so much

[@quintessaence]

I have been watching so many videos, but still doubting between buying White Nights or Sennelier La petite Aquarelle (more or less same price in my country). Anyone any advice? :)

[@iritlandgraf]

I would go for White Nights☺️

[@quintessaence]

Irit Landgraf that’s an unexpectedly quick reply (you’ll see that i asked a similar question on one of your other video’s - haha). Thanks. :)

[@Ameriix_]

I own this set and I'm interested to know if they are toxic? There are a few cadmiums there and I'm not sure if they are hues or not and if the whole set itself is safe.

[@iritlandgraf]

גרייפ גראס unfortunately I think they do contain some of those. You can check their website or Jackson's art supplies for all the details on which pigments are in this set.

[@Ameriix_]

Thanks ~

[@artisticbean4945]

Is it just me or does the box look really simallar to the Windsor and Newton cotman paints ,was that just me?🤔

[@iritlandgraf]

Nope it is very similar only different in size

[@artisticbean4945]

@@iritlandgraf thank you!:) I also just realised I spelt similar wrong ooops:)

[@polygimik]

I am planning to buy this watercolor brand. I know that it is an artist grade product so it should be guaranteed of quality. I would just like to know how is it as far as the fluidity of the pigment on wet technique is concerned? Does it form granulation? Thanks in advance.

[@iritlandgraf]

It's a great paint. Granulation depends on the pigment formulation, so some granulate and other don't across all brands. In this particular set there are not a lot of granulating colors.

[@polygimik]

@@iritlandgraf Thank you so much for the reply. 👍🏼

[@brianriker7242]

They do come in tubes.

[@iritlandgraf]

This is an old video, the tubes weren't available outside of Russia at the time.

[@mizmonie1]

Haha sorry I know this is an old video but what you said here 07:40 is pretty funny to me. 😂

[@kristinawashington1773]

Thanks lots. :D

[@bluelagoon4]

The company name is "Nevskaya Palitra", not St Petersburg (which is basically the plant's location) :) www.nevskayapalitra.ru/eng Great video BTW.

[@tofucube7703]

Are These artist or student quality?

[@iritlandgraf]

They claim to be artist grade.

[@tofucube7703]

Irit Landgraf are they though?

[@iritlandgraf]

Anon to me they def compare in color intensity and performance and the price is great value. Not all pigments are lightfast (but that's true to all brands) so if that's a concern to you I recommend checking before purchasing :)

[@tofucube7703]

Irit Landgraf no, not at all. Thanks for replying. I was just asking because I had just bought a 36 pan set not knowing wether or not this was a student or artist quality. Again Thanks for the replies.

[@iritlandgraf]

Anon no problem enjoy!!

[@ΔεαΚ]

its not a full pan,I compared it to the schmincke pan and its not

[@JoAnneMOwens]

Crystal Kitty I too have heard that the White Nights pans are a bit smaller compared to the standard. They seem to be a tiny bit shallower from the comparison I saw. However, that being said, they are much larger than half pans! 🙃

[@natford8271]

I keep commenting but my comment keeps disappearing. ☹️😳

[@natford8271]

I have the 12 set and then found the 24 tube set part used on eBay. Jacksons now sell tubes too. I just emailed them at enquiries at stpetersburgwatercolours dot com and they do a dot card for £18 inc postage to the UK for all 103 (not 55) colours. 😉

[@natford8271]

Turns out it didn’t like me posting a url and/or an email address which is weird because I have posted comments with both many many times before on YT.

[@KaosReigns10]

how come I can't "like" your videos?

[@iritlandgraf]

KaosReigns hi! you can, it just doesn't show it :)

[@ogiejii7885]

Excellent presentation. See Smoothie77 's lightfast test results!

[@iritlandgraf]

Thx! I admit I don't put too much emphasis on lightfastness. If I frame anything I hang it in indirect sunlight and I'm willing to take the chance it might fade a little (or a lot) in the future. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@PinkWytchBytch]

I couldn’t resist. I got the biggest one. Because I have bad impulse control and want all the colors before my country stops allowing these paints to be imported ( my plan is to make ALOT of “I Stand With Ukraine 🇺🇦” pieces with the Russian paints, it’s a personal project that I NEED to do for personal and moral reasons)

[@RendaJane]

I would love one of your paintings! I would actually love to support you and your country anyway I can. 🇺🇦 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

[@uran1umunderground454]

Здесь ест русскоговорящие?

[@iritlandgraf]

sorry I don't speak Russian...

[@peterrose6383]

Hi I'm from Australia 🇦🇺 I was wondering if you had an old watercolor set that you was not happy with that you would like to donate to me I have paper and brushes but can't afored the pant I m on a Disability pension I am bed bond so would love to try panting to give me something to fill in my days I understand if you can't help me Peter Rose

[@ukpaul9221]

It would show integrity of we boycotted White Knights, Sonnet etc until Ukraine is free from Russian aggression.

[@repelsteeltjenieuwe]

❤

[@raquelsanchez9668]

It's stupid. Would you like the people of your country to be treated for how those who govern behave?

[@ukpaul9221]

@@raquelsanchez9668 Dear Raquel. I am SINCERELY sorry that you are offended by my comment. I have no desire whatsoever to deride the Russian people. For some years I was a pro-active Russophile. But in order to get the message across to Vlad the Butcher, it has to come from his own people and if they don't feel the pinch, they might continue to think of him as some sort of hero. I yearn for the day when this is resolved justly and peacefully. I LOVE MY WHITE KNIGHTS WATER COLOURS. THEY ARE AMONG MY VERY BEST. However, if protest does not affect and therefore provoke all aspects of Russian life, that war-criminal will continue to replicate the worst atrocities of the British (sorry!) in Victorian SW Africa, Third Riech, Stalin - and beyond. As for my own nation - we are governed currently by a contingent of elite plonkers and the people of my nation are paying the price to the point of squeezing the pips. Please accept my best wishes and assurance that I am not anti-Russian - just anti-Vlad, the wannabee Czar. It is certainly not my fault that Putin has relegated proud Russia to a pariah state.

[@raquelsanchez9668]

@@ukpaul9221 Hello, I understand you perfectly. And I can understand what it feels like. I believe that the majority of coherent people do not support a war and are not in favor of Putin. But I also think that small companies are not to blame, but I respect that you want to push and not buy them. Look, in my country, there is a state that wants to become independent from Spain. And many people have stopped buying their products. I believe that companies and businesses are not to blame. Many are manipulated by governments. A very strong hug and sorry if I have been rude with my comment.

[@ukpaul9221]

@@raquelsanchez9668 Manh thanks for your warm reply. All good wishes and blessings to you and to yours. Paul

[@pattirodriguez2249]

Very nice review!