I really enjoyed playing with these pencils. I have tried other watercolor pencils in the past, but these are the best ones I have tried. These pencils had a smooth application, and I appreciated being able to pick up some color with a paint brush directly from the pencil. The free class walking us through some tips and tricks with the pencils was also super beneficial. This will be my go-to medium to take with me on trips as they are easily packed up and can't make a huge mess.