Colorations® Liquid Watercolor Paints, 8oz. – Set of 21

Description

Colorations® Liquid Watercolor Paints, 8oz. – Set of 21

This comprehensive liquid watercolor set delivers exceptional value with 21 vibrant colors in generous 8-ounce bottles. Unlike traditional watercolor sets that come in small tubes or pans, these liquid paints offer remarkable longevity and versatility for homeschooling families. The collection includes 13 classic colors (black, blue, brown, green, gray, orange, pink, purple, red, white, yellow, plus others), 6 tropical shades (fuchsia, lime, magenta, tangerine, teal, turquoise), and 2 metallic colors (silver and gold).

The concentrated formula can be used straight from the bottle for bold, saturated colors or diluted with water to achieve traditional watercolor effects. These paints work beautifully on paper, wood, and other porous surfaces, making them suitable for a wide range of projects. The AP Seal certification and ASTM-D4236 compliance ensure safety for children, while the formula is free from common allergens including latex, dairy, casein, egg, gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, and soy. Colors wash easily from skin, clothing, and most surfaces, giving parents peace of mind during creative sessions.

Made in the USA, these liquid watercolors support various painting techniques including blotting, spray application, color washing, and resist art. They can even be mixed with other materials to tint glue, slime, putty, or dough, expanding their utility beyond traditional painting applications.

How Homeschoolers Can Use This Product

Educational Benefits

The large 8-ounce bottles make this set particularly economical for homeschooling families, often lasting multiple years even with regular use across several children. The concentrated formula means a little goes a long way, stretching your art budget while providing professional-quality results. Children develop fine motor skills through brush control and learn color theory through hands-on mixing and blending experiences.

Creative Activities

These liquid watercolors excel at traditional painting techniques while opening doors to experimental art methods. Students can create beautiful resist art by painting over crayon drawings, explore spray techniques using mist bottles, or experiment with absorption effects using coffee filters or diffusing papers. The metallic colors add special effects to holiday cards, book covers, or science fair displays.

Cross-Curricular Applications

Science lessons come alive when students use these paints for chromatography experiments, exploring how colors separate on filter paper. Geography studies benefit from custom map-making, where students can color-code regions or create topographical maps. History projects gain visual appeal through timeline illustrations, while literature studies can include character sketches or scene paintings to enhance comprehension.

Practical Tips

The versatility extends to craft projects where the paints can tint homemade slime for chemistry lessons or create custom colors for modeling dough in art therapy sessions. For families studying multiple grade levels, the range of techniques accommodates both preschoolers learning basic color recognition and older students exploring advanced artistic concepts. Store bottles tightly capped to maintain consistency, and consider purchasing spray bottles separately for misting techniques.