What ARE These Paints?? - Weird Mysterious Japanese Watercolors

[@ann._.002]

Is it just me who *loves* the desaturated pigments and colors on images and paintings

[@macCALICOmac]

ICE97 _98 I also do. Another thing to look at is Derwent graphitint.

[@rashone2879]

I have these and I love them. Critics just want bright colors. So, that's what they need to buy. I love subtlety in general.

[@pandakat915]

I’m kinda loving these

[@LunaBianca1805]

Nope me, too. I love how "wintry" and moody those can seem and often the grey hues in e.g. my markers are those that first die out on me ^^'

[@Littlewings1211]

I recently got a small palette of Derwent Graphitint watercolours in a Scrawlrbox. They are a paint that is mixed with graphite (also in a Scrawlrbox last year we got some tubes of 'liquid pencil' by Derivan which is the same kind of thing). Due to the addition of the graphite the colours are lovely muted shades. I really do need to have a proper play around with them as they look fantastic. One thing that I found both a positive and a negative about the addition of the graphite is that the medium isn't fixed once dry like inks etc. This actually makes the paints erasable (to a certain extent lol) which is kind of cool and I think you could get some really interesting effects. However, this does mean that like graphite pencils/charcoal/chalks/pastels, this paint also smudges and gets really messy and you have to be careful not to rub your hand across it as not only will it smudge but the oils in your skin can get onto the page and cause the graphite to become patchy etc. These are paints that you will definitely need to use a workable fixative spray and probably a wrist guard/rest thing so that you don't touch the page with your hands.

[@AylashWindstorm]

You need to load the brush in classical sumi-e style: in three different containers, add water and then dilute a little of the ink on the first, then 50% more on the second and then a lot on the third plate. Then dip all of the tip of the brush in the very light container, then dip until half of the tip on the secon and then dip just a little bit of the tip on the second container. That way your brush will be loaded with three shades of the ink. Then you start drawing.

[@ratunkuuu]

thank you

[@katiekawaii]

Ah, so cool

[@CityKanin]

This is so helpful! Thank you! :)

[@lemmetalkaboutthis]

What's sumi-e? And what does this method actually accomplish? Sounds very interesting, but never heard of it

[@AylashWindstorm]

@@lemmetalkaboutthis sumi-e is a traditional Chinese painting style. What this accomplishes is that it creates a smooth gradient on your brush, from dark to light so it conveys light flow. Google sumi-e and you'll understand better

[@kazefuriyama258]

The effect of colors getting granulated and seperated is so popular in my country right now. It's called 'seperate layer colors'. We love it because it's create the 'sumi' effects that appears in chinese and japanese art. Guess it's a thing here in the eastern asian.

[@hrpstudios8905]

Kattvalk, you are actually the reason I started drawing. Like, I mean it. When you dissapeared I was so sad, but now that we have you back, I am SUUUPER HAPPY!! #HappyCatForever

[@Kirbotron-fp2tc]

I have those paints and I love them. I've actually hit the bottom of the pan on my red, blue, and purple. The only issue I have is that they pick back up easily, so that flat color is hard to get, you did a great job!

[@Grimmistired]

Where can i find them

[@Kirbotron-fp2tc]

@@Grimmistired I got them off Amazon: www.amazon.com/Boku-Undo-Sumi-Watercolor-Paint-Colors/dp/B006LWMFJK/ref=sr_1_50?dchild=1&keywords=watercolors+ink+dark&qid=1588524396&sr=8-50 I don't know if I have ever seen them out in the wild

[@animerlon]

"They don't like to hang out together." Really like that you expressed it this way.

[@chloe_the_cat2831]

This is your first video I've watched and I subscribed because of the cat intermission. Any channel that randomly has a cat playing deserves more subscribers!

[@aleiya777]

I had admired how well you drew those hands. And then later in the video, you mention how hard they are for you to draw. You did a great job in my opinion. Loved your painting. Thank you for the video.

[@TheCrazysingingurl]

I did not expect the yellow one to be as beautiful as it is! These are very beautiful in general.

[@orange_light_pictures]

Another beautiful piece of art. Your channel isn't slowly dying, it was just on a Kat-intermission, which by the way, you need to do, on every one. It's a nice little interlude which makes me smile at least, and we get to see Sally the Kat. Keep up the great work.

[@bry9096]

*watercolor: yellowish black* *me: it's a win for us hufflepuffs*

[@too_tired_for_this]

I love the way these paints came out! Adding these to my wish list right now!

[@BridgeeW]

I'm doing inktober for the first time this year. I've gone through and made my own prompt list though. I look forward to seeing all that you make this October!

[@hly1226]

Oh so fun. This would be my 3rd year. I'm following the Inktober prompts. My goal is 15 this year!

[@samanthadinkel1223]

This is my second try. I did 4 days last year and hoping to do better this year lol.

[@hly1226]

@@samanthadinkel1223 Lol, I did 4 my first year too. I was so unprepared.

[@samanthadinkel1223]

@@hly1226 yeah trying to balance school and going out with my friends I definitely wasn't prepared

[@melsgalleria]

I have to say I do really love these colors too. I love how your piece worked so well with them. These will definitely go on my wish list for a later date.

[@EerieSquiggs]

The colors in this pallet are really nice! Thanks for showing them off! I'm super excited to see what you have in store for inktober, I still haven't even decided on a prompt list yet

[@nightmarefanatic1819]

GOTH WATERCOLORS.

[@Sarah-ie7xt]

These are really cool! I love how it gives your painting such a consistent colour scheme!

[@tams7411]

Omg I love it! The earthy colours work so well and are just really pleasing. Keep up the great work!

[@careba8233]

I really don't want your channel to die, your art is so mystical! I hope you keep on creating!

[@georgek5737]

I really like this! I can imagine the contrast when you put white acrylic highlights

[@williamatlas6916]

I love how you separate the background from the foreground with white it looks so good

[@Kyomiibrown]

Was just about to say it’s nice to see you back as it’s the first notification I have had in a long time, and also the first time you have appeared in my list of current uploads by channels I am subbed to. I then checked and it seems you have been uploading weekly lately. Yes, I have the bell clicked for all notifications. I’m just letting you know.

[@greekhoneybee77]

Keep drawing and posting!!! We love you kat!!!

[@michelleverreault6086]

I am so glad your channel isn't dead!! I would miss it very much. I am doing Inktober this year for the first time! I'll be following the official prompts, and also a Pokemon theme. Looking forward to seeing your Inktober art!!

[@emy_definitely_exists]

Cat intermissions always make me happy ^___^

[@theartist_harlivi]

Your piece turned out beautifully too!! Love the muted tones and mystical feel🧚‍♀️

[@HeatherBryant22]

This is year 3 for InkTober for me. These paints are neat. It was nice seeing you on camera and your channel should not be dying!

[@mashad.5887]

Tbh usine blue tac as masking fluid is the best art hack I've ever seen I love your channel soooo much and just wanted to say I hope that everything will be alright and that you'll keep making videos

[@chezarakaze]

You can find this japanese watercolour under Boku-Undo on ebay and amazon. I bought them in a blossom ceramic pallet. But I didn`t know that they are inks based. I will use them for inktober, too. But I`m using my own prompt list with a witch and autumn theme.

[@jengoodwyn2715]

What a great idea to come up with your own prompt list!!

[@crimwolf5216]

Haven’t seen your videos in a while. Hope you do inktober, you were one of my favorite artist in high school.

[@ultrasensivel]

Uow, but the texture is SO AMAZING!

[@TheMalwinal]

Your hair look gorgeous! And I really like the drawing you made. You're so inspiring 💖

[@drewm121]

This painting is PHENOMENAL! perfect witchy vibes. This inspires me to test out water color painting

[@sophiadoro6667]

I'm literally colorblind why tf am I watching this

[@peksioart6706]

It does not matter if you are colorblind, you can still appreciate art

[@thevintagebookwolf4953]

@@peksioart6706 sort of depends whether they can actually see the art or not you know adding the colours too that line art could result in a "smudge"

[@Fnattihatt]

I seriously NEED these colours! So pretty!!!

[@courtneypalmer2331]

I love how those colours applied. Also, I love your sketch process addition. It makes you unique. Thank you ❤️

[@lindyashford7744]

These paints work fantastically well on very thin paper, Japan style, and metallics go really well with them, the starry nights, which also come in the same kind of pans. Also Eastern type brushes work really well with them too. Held upright, which is a different style of applying paint/ink. I Love these subtle dark tones. You artwork looks great. I got mine from a good site btw, they are quite easy to get hold of. Just avoid anything that makes you feèl uneasy.

[@lil___y]

i love the colors in this piece!! also the cat intermission got me

[@kaylaglazz]

It was so cheap i snatched that up and I LOVEEE it for my monochromatic paintings they aren't well layered because they lift but they are niccccce

[@Paeoniaes]

I’m not participating in inktober this year, but I’m excited to see what you’ll be doing this year!! You’re one of my biggest inspiration! And I’m so happy to see you active on KZbin and just making art again! Also say hi to your kitties for me! 💕

[@AlletaLady]

Kat is so great. I hope your channel bounces back!

[@leahgroess5361]

I love how this turned out! I feel like you could get the same effect from just mixing black with colors, but I suppose this keeps the tone consistent.

[@Jennifashow]

Aaah I love it! Those paints are really cool! I’ve started with trying to use water colors but I’m scared. Maybe you can do a dedicated video for techniques to try ❤️

[@michelleirminglarsen7950]

I freaking love your art style! So glad that you are back 😘

[@kathysunshine699]

Some call them shadow colors and I love them, it takes a little practice, to get used to the different process, though... (someone earlier posted that process.... awesome, thankyou!)

[@joerdisluisa7301]

Yesssss you're back! You never fail to inspire me - please never forget how amazing you are! Also your hair really suits you! ❤🐈

[@janahurinui243]

I love these paints?/ink, the colours really suit your art style too.

[@jaderawkins1946]

This piece turned out amazing. I love the unsaturated colour pallet.

[@anitadavidson1266]

Very enjoyable Marie! I love seeing some of the more unusual art supplies out there being tested out by someone who knows what they’re doing! 🙌🏻 I too liked the earthy tone to these watercolours. I know Japanese watercolours work in a very different way, but in this case, they fitted in so well with the theme. Oh and hello Sally! I wish I could just once pet her fur as it always looks particularly soft and thick...❤️🎨🖌

[@alicewyan]

Nice video, these paints looks quite nice. I suspect the graininess on the blue one is just the blue pigment, it often has a tendency to do that.

[@creationsbylyzz786]

Love your videos! Glad you are creating videos again and adding some sally intermissions too! Also dont over stress yourself with inktober do what you can and you know we will love seeing what ever you end up making

[@sodaswirls]

I just found your channel and I am currently binge watching! How have I never heard of you before?????? 😤❤️

[@love_to_nami]

Loved how blue and red/purple turned out! Looking forward to your inktober art!

[@ShelleyTemplar1986]

Those paints and the artwork turned out gorgeous!

[@mariazhekova5826]

Your art is unique and I LOVE IT!!! I've been missing your videos for a long time and am very happy you started uploading again! I'm always exited to watch your videos and will try to participate in this Inktober. Can't wait to see your creations this Inktober!! And the watercolours are great! ^.^

[@Randemmz]

I am in love with how this turned out :)

[@twodogstudiomt]

granulation is an intentional feature of some watercolors. It's a beautiful way to add texture. Like this piece a lot.

[@TheGardenKitten]

thank you for the review, your information is much better than the listing on amazon. I will get these in the future. Thank you again.

[@SureFireShannon]

This is the first time I've stumbled across your channel and I LOVE the art piece here!! You're amazing

[@AmberReidMusic]

a big fan of the cat intermission

[@lonelylinaloveletter]

Love your art style! This was super cute! Thank you for sharing your art with us!

[@sarahr4944]

I love watching your videos! They’re so chill.

[@emilymia3606]

Your Cat Intermissions are EVERYTHING! Haha!

[@barbi1326]

This piece turned out beautifully!

[@ludwigSamo]

i wanna do Goretober 😍 and the art is so pretty! i loove the way you paint

[@premtabassum4208]

I really missed you.. You can do some unbox video.. Everyone loves those

[@judysawchuk6758]

Wow your art style is beautiful! I hope one day I can create amazing characters like yours.

[@Isabela-fm2ge]

For this year's inktober I'll be following Elentori's prompt list again, since i did it last year :) I loooooove the witchy vibe this has ❤️❤️

[@AlmostAlice]

I love the painting you did! I think it'd make a great sticker!

[@paintbrushjewel]

Inktober is inktimidating! But imma try it... again... lol hope you accomplish your goals! Cant wait to see what you come up with, as usual!

[@aishaoflondon]

Would love to see a variety of human and animal characters throughout inktober!

[@aries_chaos]

So glad I found your channel! All videos ever should have such a cute cat intermission. And I'm trying Inktober for the first time this year - following the official prompt list and a doodle list from an artist on Instagram just to put something in my bullet journal 😂

[@hghayhay7]

Love this! Yup I’m doing inktober this year but I’m doing my own prompt list as well.❤️❤️

[@Ulvejenta]

I'm so glad to see your art videos. Will be doing inktober this year but still unsure if I should follow a prompt list or do my own thing like I have done the last 2 years

[@freyamariano106]

Ohhh I’m so glad I found your channel! Your art is beautiful! And your cat 😍😍😍😍 does he try to drink your paint water? Mine do 😂

[@paulangus6298]

I do some Japanese calligraphy so I'm used to working with sumi ink. Watercolours are made of finer particles which means their colour trends to distribute very well. Sumi, on the other hand, is made of unevenly ground particles of varying sizes and is designed to be used rather undiluted. When the two are mixed with little water, the sumi pigment is more visible. Sumi loses its opacity faster than most watercolours when more water is added as the particles are generally not as pigmented, so as you add more water to a mixture of the two, the sumi fades from solid black to light grey while the watercolour somewhat maintains its original colour. The dark splotches you see are a consequence of some of the heavier sumi particles not mixing properly, and is unavoidable if the sumi is mixed into the watercolour pan. If you want, you could get a similar effect without the staining by grinding your sumi fresh and mixing it with watercolour only as you use it.

[@azzuparis]

How lovely is this witch! I love these paints really nice colours :)

[@Repsychus]

I am 100% subbing for your cat intermission. Your cat is the cutest.

[@MsBellaGames]

Came for the review, subscribed for the cat. Your art style is great!

[@paranoiarpincess]

I'm doing the official prompt list this year, like I did last year, but neither year's list have inspired me enough on their own. So I've added a secondary level, like you did last year. Last year, for me, I decided to make every prompt something related to a princess. Not every one had a that's, any every one had a dress even. Heck, one didn't even have an actual princess, lol. It was a shop with a sign that said "Princess Apothecaries." Regardless, every entry had to do something with a princess. This year I went in a completely different direction and it worked so incredible well! I was even less inspired this year, so I decided to write an English Haiku for every prompt. I specify "English" because Japanese Haikus are traditionally related to nature, whereas English Haikus focus majoridly on the syllable count. Anyway, after writing the Haikus, I felt A LOT more inspired. I was able to create a thumbnail for each prompt already, and because I inspired myself through poetry, I could use the general feeling of the poems, and what they meant to me, instead of being more direct with a singular word that may or may not have inspired me anywhere near as much. I hope that helps with ideas on what to add to your Inktober experience 💜💜

[@michelepastele5347]

enjoyed the video - I like the dark palette and like how your drawing came out.

[@bolanola2016]

I'm really hyped for Inktober this year, but since school will take up so much of my time I'm just doing one big illustration in which I include all prompts like a collage. I couldn't wait and already sketched it out :D

[@filippiekny3178]

good luck with inktober this year! I've done it two years in a row and this year I'm just trying to work on a comic throughout the month :) I really love your artwork in this video, I have some catching up to do on your channel so i'll better get to it!

[@marmar1293]

The drawing came out so nice uwu love dark colors gives witchy and halloween vibes

[@helenerokkones2362]

im so happy you´re back! keep up the good work!

[@_Zoisite]

Very beautiful color of paints. Ant the illustration is so nice! 💛

[@melh.8861]

I'll be looking forward to your inktober. This is such a cool piece!

[@katiobrien7854]

I love that your supplies are cat tested as they are being Katt applied ! I 🐱🐱

[@ruffeyx]

the name of this set is Boku Undo E-Sumi watercolor. i think its watercolor mixed with chinese ink usually used for chinese caligraphy and sumi-e painting. i tried mix liquid chinese ink with watercolor, it has the same effect that u got in this video. the chinese black ink that i usually used have this bluish hue, might explaining why in this set, for example the yellowish black looks slightly greenish.

[@mileszzz4493]

EARLY!!!! also I've used these before! Ngl I don't really enjoy them. But hey! They are still watercolours!

[@susanvk4844]

I missed you. I am glad you r back!

[@jaket8563]

The sound of your voice is soothing.

[@skayc1]

I love using 'the Ink Sticks!' The special 'bowls' are called ink stones, & have a special design to remove excess water from your 'chinese' brush. I got mine from china & not Japan, many years ago. They last a long time. The less water you put in the ink stone, the quicker you can get a stronger color.

[@Chenetal]

Noooo don't die I love your channel there's so many illustration channels that have died :'(

[@Chenetal]

In fact you inspired me to create my own!!

[@gem4132]

This year i’m not feeling like participating, but i think i’ll be doimg a few prompts here and there!! I also love the art you made

[@mochiiattoo]

I missed you lots Kattvalk!

[@TTh42bYA]

1st I loved the cat intermission your cats are the cutest! 2nd I don't think I'll have time to do all of inktober this year but I'm going to try to do a couple prompts or something

[@GlitterandReverie]

I'm going for an Inktober Three-peat this year! Following my own little prompt list and following a witch theme too! Also, those paints look so cool and are now on my wish list. ^_^

[@SerenityScratch]

I love your channel! I don’t want to see it go away ):

[@paranoiarpincess]

These are so freaking cool! You can get so many times with just one pan! I kinda want them!