Beginner Watercolor Class Supply List 

Materials will be discussed in detail during the first class.  You can view my Watercolor Supplies Pinterest board here which includes links for purchasing online.  

Watercolor Paints: 

• Professional grade recommended colors:  Permanent Rose, Cadmium Yellow Light or Aureolin, Cobalt or Cerulean Blue, Viridian, Dioxazine purple, Cadmium Orange. A couple of my other favorites are:  Quinacridone Gold, Ultramarine and Prussian Blue, Scarlet Lake and Sap Green  

•  Both tube and pan watercolors may be used, depending on individual preference. 

Watercolor Brushes: 

• I prefer a synthetic/sable blend but there are some good synthetics out there such as Loew Cornell Ultra Rounds and Beste brushes.  

• Try to include a couple of rounds, a ¾” flat, a liner and a scrubber.  I will talk about materials in detail in the first class. 

Watercolor Paper: 

• High-quality watercolor paper in various textures (cold-pressed, hot-pressed, rough). 

• Inexpensive sheets or watercolor pads for practice and exercises. 

Palette: 

• A mixing palette with ample space for blending and mixing colors. 

• It can be a traditional palette made of plastic or porcelain, or a foldable/travel palette.  A palette with a lid is recommended. 

Masking Fluid: 

• Masking fluid or masking tape to preserve white areas and create textures. 

 Sketchbook: 

Bee Paper 9x12in Super Deluxe Mixed Media 

Pencils and Erasers: 

• Soft pencil (HB) for sketching and planning. 

• Kneaded or white plastic eraser for lightening or removing pencil lines. 

Spray Bottle: 

• A spray bottle filled with water for creating various watercolor effects. 

Masking Tape: 

• Low-tack masking tape for creating clean edges and borders. 

Paper Towels or Tissues: 

• For blotting, lifting excess watercolor, and cleaning brushes. 

 Hairdryer, Apron or Smock