DANIEL SMITH Artists’ Materials

When I was a young child, I had painting in watercolor dreams. As life would have it, academics took over. I didn’t start actually painting until I retired 25 years ago— never too late! As life would have it, my husband got cancer. The good news: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center saved his life and I have done many sketches and paintings at the Hutch clinic— saved my san...

If you’ve shopped at DANIEL SMITH stores in Seattle or Bellevue over the past 20 years, Thom Wright is a familiar face. He served as Stores Director and managed classes, workshops, and special events. For many years, Thom also taught classes and workshops in our stores.

He is excited to spend time with artists at

“When painting in watercolor, I enjoy integrating ink tones to enhance the depth and layers of my work. The unique granulation effects of DANIEL SMITH watercolors blend perfectly with the rhythmic essence of traditional ink, creating entirely new and captivating colors. Because of these distinct product characteristics, I feel empowered to be more bold and expressive, pus...

“I love DANIEL SMITH watercolors for their outstanding pigmentation and unique color range. The paints flow beautifully and create stunning textures, allowing me to express depth and emotion with ease. I choose this brand because of its consistency and the way it supports my creative process—giving me both control and freedom in every piece I create.”

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