Longtime watercolorists remember the common use of butcher trays as a palette. But after American butcher shops stopped using these trays, they were virtually eliminated from the market. We found them in China, however, and they are as highly functional as ever. Nonetheless, they have two flaws we want to mention. First, many trays have small chips in the upper rim but because they are not chipped on the working surface, this is simply a cosmetic problem. Second, the bottom is slightly bowed so that the tray is higher in the middle than around the edges. Even so, we think it is hard to beat the value of this tool that will last a lifetime. The color of the enamel varies from batch to batch from bright white to creamy white. Either is suitable for most watercolor color mixing.
Palettes — Elizabeth's Art Gallery
This Designers' Gouache offers great versatility to the fine artist and designer and is an excellent tool for teaching color theory. The opaque matte paint can be mixed with other colors while maintaining brilliance, opacity and hue. Thin with water for a semi-transparent effect or build up a thick surface by applying dense, opaque layers.
Holbein Artists' Gouache - Set of 18 5 ml
Palettes for Watercolor
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1 deep white porcelain coated metal, These Butcher Tray Palettes have a convex center so water runs to the edges, making them the perfect palettes
Art Alternatives Metal Butcher Tray
Art Alternatives Butcher Tray Palette, Medium Bring a long-time classic back into your studio. Inter-generational watercolorists might remember the common use of butcher trays as a palette. This retro-style palette is durable, easy to clean and great as both a palette and supplies holder. Small chips on rim may be present but are purely a cosmetic blemish. The slightly bowed surface is ideal for oil, acrylic, gouache or a dry brushwork technique with watercolor.
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Art Alternatives Enamel Butcher Tray - 7 x 10.5 – Opus Art Supplies
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Art Alternatives Butcher Tray Palette, Medium Bring a long-time classic back into your studio. Inter-generational watercolorists might remember the common use of butcher trays as a palette. This retro-style palette is durable, easy to clean and great as both a palette and supplies holder. Small chips on rim may be present but are purely a cosmetic blemish. The slightly bowed surface is ideal for oil, acrylic, gouache or a dry brushwork technique with watercolor.
Butcher Tray Palette