All about Watercolor Markers - FLAX art & design

All about Watercolor Markers - FLAX art & design

Watercolor markers or brush pens have the versatility of a traditional watercolor packed into an easy to take-on-the-go form. They are the perfect tool for hand-lettering but can also create beautiful washes, gradients and drips. With so many brands coming out with their own version of a watercolor marker we decided to do a comparison of our most popular three: Kuretake's ZIG CLEAN COLOR Real Brush pens, Faber-Castell's Albrecht Dürer watercolor markers, and Royal Talen's ECOLINE brush pens.The biggest difference between these three watercolor markers are the nibs.We did some swatch testing with all three brands. The ZIG Clean Color markers had the most brush-like qualities when used dry. All three blended beautifully when activated with water. The Albrecht Durer watercolor marker allowed for very clean lines, especially with the smaller fibre-tip end. The ECOLINE brush pens had a super vibrant color and were highly pigmented.Here are some beautiful mushroom paintings created by Jane, head of our Fine Pen Department at the FLAX Oakland store. You can see more of her art on instagram @iylishr

Marabu Art Crayon Primary Set

Non-toxic, water-based POSCA paint markers can be used on almost any surface, and are loved by professionals, creative hobbyists and amateurs alike. The alcohol and solvent-free opaque paint covers well, is blendable, dries quickly and can be overlaid when dry.

Posca 8 Color Paint Marker Set PC - 3M Fine Soft Colors

Watercolor Markers Painting Technique

Albrecht Dürer Watercolor Markers - FLAX art & design

Keep your classroom engaged, create compelling presentations, and stay organized at home with Expo Low Odor Dry Erase Markers. Ideal for college or home school classrooms, fine-point low odor markers work well with small- and medium-sized whiteboards.

Expo Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Intense Colors - 4 pack

Historic Art, Watercolor with Vermeer - FLAX art & design

Non-toxic, water-based POSCA paint markers can be used on almost any surface, and are loved by professionals, creative hobbyists and amateurs alike. The alcohol and solvent-free opaque paint covers well, is blendable, dries quickly and can be overlaid when dry.

Posca 16-Color Paint Marker Set PC-5M Medium

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Sennelier Oil Pastel Set

All about Watercolor Markers - FLAX art & design

These dual-tip markers are the ultimate tool for sketching, drawing and calligraphy. Use the fine point to outline and detail, and the brush tip for shading and coloring. Add bright hues and watercolor effects to your artwork with these watercolor markers by Artist's Loft. These dual-tip markers are the ultimate tool for sketching, drawing and calligraphy.

Watercolor 12 Color Dual-Tip Markers by Artist's Loft | Michaels