Gouache color

Learn how to mix gouache with ease. Get the right color every time with these easy tips and tricks for mixing gouache paint.

I have a very minimalist approach to art supplies, which is why I love gouache. It’s portable, easy to use, and doesn’t make a mess. The only complication with gouache is deciding which shades to purchase. If you use many tubes of paint, it becomes less portable and takes up more space on your deskt

I'm reaching into my supplies today to see if I can create more colors with my basic Gouache Paint set. Let's create a color mixing chart!

Gouache colors essentials. Which colors should you get for successful gouache paint? How many gouache tubes should you buy?

Medium viscosity, excellent coverage and great mixing characteristics; Conforms to ASTM D-4236 Colors in this set include: burnt sienna, cerulean blue, crimson red lake, green pale, lamp black, lemon yellow, mauve, Prussian blue Titanium White, Vermilion, Viridian, Yellow Ochre, Medium Yellow, White, Ultramarine Blue, Rose, Burnt Umber Scarlet, cobalt blue orange red, deep green orange yellow, medium green

Learn how to use Himi gouache. Get easy tips and tricks for using this inexpensive paint. Plus learn how to reactivate it if it dries out.

Gouache (pronounced “gwash”) is a water-soluble paint that combines the best aspects of both watercolors and acrylics for a paint that’s versatile and easy to use. Because it can become transparent when thinned with water, it acts like watercolor paint.

It’s no secret that gouache is my favorite medium to paint with, but you may be wondering what it is and how you can get started with gouache painting. In this post, I’ll share the magic of gouache with you so you can feel confident in trying this medium out for yourself.