katkoe:

        Thank you MIYA Arts for the opportunity to review your products.  #notsponsored  MIYA has just started selling in the US via Amazon.com (affiliate link) and I've been really impressed with the great value and quality of their paints. MIYA's customer service is also super fast, when I had a question about the light fast properties of their KIMI gouache they quickly responded to a DM on Instagram. So if there are any product questions follow the link to their Instagram account to reach out.  The paints themselves re-wet perfectly, have a creamy texture and are not chalky. MIYA Solid Water Color paint feature great dispursement in wet on wet and contain a solid assortment of vibrant traditional colors to choose from. Warm and cool tones of all colors are included for split primary palettes, a benefit for artist just starting out with the medium. The saturation of colors is excellent too.      ...

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