[napoleonpeart]

Hi guys ,
Marco sent one of these to El Greco Miniatures who gave it to me to try out , this I have been doing constantly since Figureworld with the following being my thoughts :

Size : nice and compact , ideal for the carrying in the workbox

Durability : Strong hard clear plastic with a secure lid (I infact had mine loose and tip up and nothing leaked out ...bargain !!!)

Application: Primarly design for Acrylics but I also tried Artisan Water Soluble Oils by W & N, no problems even with acrylics on the same paper, I also tried my blending fluid on it as well with no issues .

Use : Simply fully soak the sponge I also wet the paper slightly (force of habit really as this is what I do for my other larger version I use at home) and away you go !!!!

Flexibility: After I had finished my trial my wife , an artist , used it for a more less than delicate task , using Chroma colour ...she was happy with the results ..so it works for all .

Effectivity : Colours remained useable throughout the trial period and still remain so with the sponge retaining the water very well ., (the paper did dry out a little in the heat of the sun but this happens with larger versions as well ...this was cured by simply leaving the lid on overnight and the paper absorbed accordingly ..refreshing the acrylics easily so I could use them).

What do you get in the box: Packed in a clear box containing the actual wet pallette container, with 1 sponge and spare papers together with a instruction sheet. (Size of actual WP is 90mm across)

Conclusion:

A nice addition to the workbench and ideal for shows where you are demonstrating due to the size , this has the effect of limiting the amount of colour you waste if using a larger WP , easy to use , secure and well made .

I would like to see spare sponges and papers available , according to Celine at El Greco it should retail at approx the 10 euro's (this is not a confirmed price)

I certainly will get another as a spare and my wife has shown it to her artist groups who were also impressed as its ideal for field trips .


Nap

[Robin]

I made one for about £2, they are dead easy to do, sponges from the local supermarket grease and wax less paper , a tupperware container, your in

Robin

[napoleonpeart]

Hi Robin ,
Yes we all know that you can make cheaper versions and are easy to make , I was asked to use and pass on my thoughts , I enjoyed using the review piece and this is reflected .

Nap

[PrawnPower]

I know wet pallettes are simple to make yourself, but sometimes it can be difficult to get a container of a decent (Not too big, not too small) size with a good fitting lid so you can keep it in the fridge and use again the next day.

When I do find a container like that I'll have to try one myself

[Ross]

Kev while I agree this looks like a good idea I am with Robin here. I am not sure why I would buy it if I could make one. Having siad that I have never used this type of pallet anyway.

Ross

[napoleonpeart]

Hi Guys ,

Thanks for the comments , I too have made my own but as I said the comments I made were as a result of using the WP and "reviewing" it as I was asked to do , I have no connection with any sales push !!!!

Nap

[Robin]

Nap

Bang right, you did

and we said that there is cheaper alternatives...

Robin

[Frank]

Hi Kevin

Good review..........seems like a useful product

Like many others I have made my own

but thats not to say everyone else will

Think this ready made pallette will be useful for someone starting out

All credit to Best Soldiers for marketing it

Frank