A Legacy of Brilliance in Every Half-Pan

Since 1832, Winsor & Newton has set the global standard in watercolor excellence, beginning with the introduction of the first moist watercolors by chemist William Winsor and artist Henry Newton. The Professional Watercolor range remains the pinnacle of that tradition—crafted to deliver unparalleled brilliance, clarity, and permanence. In half-pan form, these watercolors offer supreme convenience without compromising the richness or quality of pigment. Each color is carefully formulated and milled to ensure effortless activation with a wet brush and to produce breathtaking washes, fine details, and smooth gradients.

These watercolors are known for their exceptional lightfastness, ensuring that your artwork stands the test of time. Whether you're painting en plein air, working in a sketchbook, or building a studio palette, the compact half-pan format provides professional-grade performance in a portable size. Trusted by watercolorists worldwide, this range offers the widest selection of pigments with the highest standards in color permanence.

Key Features

• Professional-grade watercolor in compact half-pan format
• Unmatched brilliance, clarity, and vibrancy
• Highest possible permanence and lightfastness
• Carefully milled for smooth activation and control
• Trusted by artists since 1832

Perfect For

• Professional watercolor artists and illustrators
• Painting luminous washes and vibrant details
• En plein air painting and travel sketching
• Creating permanent, archival-quality artwork
• Artists who value color integrity and convenience