10 reasons why gouache is the best medium for painting!

Are you tired of complicated art supplies? Looking for a medium that is versatile, easy to use, and has a range of benefits? Look no further! In this video, we explore the magic of gouache and show you why it's the perfect medium for both beginners and seasoned artists.
From its versatility in creating different styles to its ease of use and non-toxic nature, we cover all the reasons why gouache is the must-have art supply. (Am I biased? maybe!)

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[StevenCalwas]

As a gouache beginner, the dramatic and variable value changes that occur when gouache dries earns it a special place in painting hell.

[janedoe]

I am an experienced oil painter, but now I want to try gouache. I need to learn this new technique. You are so helpful and informative.

[studiowitchery]

LOL I did the absolutely worst thing I could do bought the himi set!! So.. now that I have revealed my blunder, I won't let a bad purchase discourage me. Thank you for sharing this information

[kathleencaffrey]

I got the Himi set as a gift. I call it cartoon paint. If I want to recreate something from an anime or video game it’s pretty spot on.

For anything else I use a historic style gouache from Davinci. Though I have expanded my colors.

[sujanithtottempudi]

Cecile.... could you do a video on blending with Gouache mainly skin tones

[yd]

Your enthusiasm is very communicative, ça donne envie !

[amaryllisart]

Ahhh, you're so much fun to watch! I also love gouache, so just watched this video to feel validated. <3

[adrianorosas]

Hello Cecile! I fell in love with gouache due to its finish and flexibility. That said, the color shifting after drying is frustrating to deal with. More recently I have been mixing gouache with watercolors, with mostly good results.

[Cre-Art]

I started painting in 2022 with acrylic. Didn't find it enjoyable. Never really liked the look of it, and really didn't like worrying about the disposal process. I just stopped painting. Then I tried watercolors which are lovely, but wanted the opacity of gouache (which is the only thing I liked about acrylics). So I switched and have been extremely happy with the change. My pick is Holbein's Primary Kit, which you show in this video. It's the second brand I tried and it's just a dream to use. So I agree with all of your points: gouache is the best—and good gouache should never be underrated. :)

[jupiterspliiice]

this video was actually so helpful! im getting ready to do my first big painting and ive been looking for a good paint! Merci!

[claritzairosario]

I loved this video! Because it's make me to use more and more this medium! Thanks a lot! ❤❤❤

[uvdskoy]

I am a watercolourist just starting out with gouache. I am sick of paying for the expensive cotton paper needed for watercolour. You have me very excited to try.

[Hexe.Mueller]

Like your Videos so much and I'm happy you do it in english and not in french. Greetings from Germany.

[kanashiart]

I got myself the 18-colors Himi set and I love it for realistic stuff (I'm beginner, I started with opaque paint for the first time, before I tried only $5 for 24 colors acrylic and didnt even finish half of a sketch). I like to look at the colors, it inspires me to mix more and play with it more.

[sheilanewell]

Just starting out with squash, so I really enjoyed your video. Lots of nice tips and you’re a good teacher. Thank you.

[ZadenZane]

I do book illustrations mostly black-&-white either with a dipping pen or an Indian ink brush. When I do add colour I've been using acrylic. Most of my pictures are very sketchy in style so they just need tiny dabs of colour.
The difference is that with acrylics I do need dozens of tubes in different colours. Because acrylic dries so fast and cannot be reactivated with water you can waste a lot of paint if you mix your own.
I would like to try gouache. I love the idea of just using blue, pink, yellow and white!
PS one major difference with acrylic, you don't mix colours wet on the paper, you just wait 10 minutes and paint a thin layer of another colour over the top and you get your mix that way. So to get a very intense green for grass you can add streaks of yellow and turquoise and it makes your green really "pop"!✍️

[massagetherapy]

You asked about any down sides to gouache..it has taken me a long time to get used to the fast drying time... maybe I paint slowly but I hate how quickly it dries. I have purchased the WM watercolor blending medium and that has helped alot. Thanks for your great videos!

[silvia_art]

Hello Cecil, I usually draw with pencils, pastel pencils and sometimes with Pan Pastels (they are fantastic!) and I usually paint with oil paints or with acrylics, but I'm curious, so I bought some gouache colors of Caran D'Ache and some gouache colors of Winsor and Newton, but I still tried them. Your enthusiasm is contagious, but I 'm worried about archival methods to preserve the paintings with gouache, because I think that they are very delicate. Thanks 😊, Silvia

[Linda-khrl]

Iam a beginner with gouache and an iam so proud of hearing you.❤

[jo]

Thank you for the Himi warning!! I viewed your Holbein video and from that decided to purchase some Holbein tubes to try. I'm just beginning and am enjoying gouache so far. Thanks again!