RED OCHRE

The pigment density is unreal—one thin layer covers a whole canvas without dragging, and the ink flows cleanly off a brush with zero clumping. I've used cheaper sets before, but this range makes blending feel effortless, even for a beginner like me.

I've been using these paints for a few weeks and the creamy consistency makes blending so much smoother than my old student-grade set. The coverage is great, though I wish the smaller tubes came in a wider color range for travel.

The ochre shade has a great creamy body that flows nicely off the brush, and it covers most surfaces in one coat. I do wish the jar had a wider opening for easy mixing, but the pigment quality is hard to beat for the price.