A Review of The Binning Monro Palette Made by 'The Little Brass Box' Company

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  • @jackson4625
    @jackson4625 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So great to see fellow Little Brass Box owners. I have 3 of them from John. His craftsmanship is top notch! Happy painting!

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They are great. Which is your favourite of your three?

    • @jackson4625
      @jackson4625 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JamesPotterAboutArt They’re worth the money. I think my favorite is the Roberson style palette. I have that, the large Roberson, and the travel palette. Sad to see he doesn’t make the travel one anymore.

  • @trishbrown3285
    @trishbrown3285 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Really good point about closing the lid and the benefit of having all of the pans on one side.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My brass palette has certainly saved me a lot of mess and time cleaning it!
      Thanks for your comment
      James

  • @baileythompson7040
    @baileythompson7040 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you. I just found this video and it answers all the questions I had about this palette. You've done A Very helpful and glowing review. You should get a discount from the company for all the customers you are sending their way. 😂 I plan to order one now too. I Just hope it will help me paint better. 😊

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Bailey,
      That’s really great that you’re ordering the pallet. Hopefully it won’t take too long for you to get it!
      You’ve done the right thing I feel the pallet did help me become a better painter. At least it stopped me worrying about a pallet and made me settled.
      It would be great if I were to get commissions from the company. I’ve done a good service to them.
      No money yet though! 😀
      Best wishes, James

    • @baileythompson7040
      @baileythompson7040 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @JamesPotterAboutArt Okay, I ordered it. In communication with John, I mentioned that I had seen a glowing review of the palette by "James Potter on his TH-cam channel." I thought it important that he be aware that you are out there recommending his palettes. Your review was very helpful to me in making my decision.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@baileythompson7040
      That’s great Bailey!!!
      Thanks for mentioning my name to him. How long do you have to wait until you get it?
      I’m sure you’re really enjoy using it.
      Best wishes, James

    • @baileythompson7040
      @baileythompson7040 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @JamesPotterAboutArt This is definitely not an instant gratification type purchase. The website states it will be sometime around 8 months before I can expect it. Also, it will be shipped to the US, so who knows how long it might sit in the customs office. Anyway I'm sure it will be wonderful to paint with when it finally does arrive.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@baileythompson7040
      Let me know when you get it!
      I’m sure you’ll be pleased

  • @guzinayan5373
    @guzinayan5373 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wonderful video, thank you for sharing your experience.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for your comment, glad you enjoyed it. 😊

  • @thuntz29
    @thuntz29 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Absolutely lovely palette! Someday if I’m making money out of my paintings I’ll treat myself to it. ❤

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It’s a great pallet.
      When you start making money from your painting, then it’s a wonderful thing to have. Even if you don’t make money from your painting it still worth it.
      I look at it as an essential part of even a hobby. If you compare it to how much golfers spend on their clubs and green fees or many other hobbies, it’s not that expensive, and it will last a lifetime.
      It’s fun, thinking about it anyway😊
      Best wishes, James

  • @paulfogarty7724
    @paulfogarty7724 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thats a nice palette. One thing I'd say with the metal palette that has the paint stored directly on the enamel is to keep them from drying out to a biscuit because the paint sometimes pulls the enamel off the walls of the paint wells as it shrinks ( happened with my Holbein ) . I still use a metal palette but its one of those traditional British heavyweight metal ones with the large plastic pans - still expensive at €70 but it's a professional piece of art kit. I find people who complain about the prices tend to be those who view painting as a mere weekend hobby.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Paul,
      That’s an interesting point about the dry watercolour paint, pulling the enamel off.
      It hasn’t happened to me yet.
      I did try plastic pets, but unfortunately it weren’t for me. I found that the paint sort of beaded and didn’t lie flat on the Palette.
      A nice Palette is an expensive thing, however, it lasts a long time And is a pleasure to use. For me, it’s a simple choice.
      I hope your painting is going well.
      Thanks for watching.
      Best wishes, James

  • @vincefenton
    @vincefenton 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello James, I’ve just stumbled upon your channel and subscribed. Thank you for this video, I did enjoy your review. I too have a handmade brass palette and I completely agree, using one is such a treat. I shall look forward to more videos, and thanks again.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Vince,
      Glad you liked it.
      Which palette do you have?
      Thanks James

    • @vincefenton
      @vincefenton 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JamesPotterAboutArt I’ve got ‘The Paint Box’ #2071 in green made by Craig Young. I’d have included a photograph but couldn’t work out how to - I am 70+ ! 😂

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@vincefentonVery nice. I hope it’s getting plenty use!!

  • @KikiFu
    @KikiFu 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely video, great presentation! Now when my husband asks me if theres anything I'd like for Christmas I will actually have a suggestion. Im so content with what I have I normally struggle to give him ideas for shopping. 😂 Anyhow, this looks like the perfect pallette!❤ My husband does woodworking and I know hes going to want to make your plein air set up for me when i show him the video. We had considered james Gurney's set up but I really love the Velcro and table on the tripod. Thank you 😊

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Kiki
      Glad you like the palette. It is awesome!!! I can’t tell you how happy I am with it.
      Tanya recently bought me an oil painting set up for my birthday, (which I’ll use and review at some point) so art gear does make great presents!
      Glad that your husband is going to make the set up for you. I’d love to see a photo of your finished set up when it’s done. 😊
      Thanks James

  • @giespel68
    @giespel68 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    It's beautiful! But oh my, near £500? 😯

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That’s what I thought when I first saw it 😮. Then I thought about for a long time before I committed to buy.
      After all of that and using it, I’m still very pleased with my decision.
      Thanks James

  • @suel4269
    @suel4269 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thankyou ! I’ve been admiring this palette here and other videos. Jackson’s Art has a plastic Liz Deakin version that is similar.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Sue,
      It is a wonderful Palette, and so great to use. I think the design is so good!
      I’m sure it’s worth giving the Jacksons Palette go, but hopefully one day you’ll be able to get your hands on one of these brass ones.
      Happy painting
      Best wishes, James

    • @stephenfoster1818
      @stephenfoster1818 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Sue & James,
      I have been looking for my first palette, this Liz Deakin 15 pot is exactly what I have been looking for!
      So thank you for pointing it out to me.
      Cheers
      Steve

  • @peckerdecker
    @peckerdecker 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video.
    Would it be possible... To *show and view your sketchbooks* ?
    &
    To see _the process_ of ideas? (Seeing sketchbooks can help water colour viewers like myself )
    Many thanks.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, I can start doing that. It might make a good video sometime 😊
      Thanks James

  • @k.b.1996
    @k.b.1996 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love this palette! It's such a good feeling to find something you enjoy using and is also equally well made. May I ask you something about it? I came into possession of this exact model from a different brass palette maker (Craig Young from Watercolor Paintbox Company, previously also called Binning Monro/Munro, now it's called "The Palette Box"). I was incredibly excited to get it because you're one of the very few people showing in your videos how beautifully the colors mix on it without beading. Now, when I first used it, I did notice beading on every single surface which was a bit of a bummer. My question is: Did it take time for you to "break into" the brass palette? Thank you so much!

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi,
      It’s great that you’ve managed to get hold of this Palette it is awesome!
      Mine does bead up from time to time and it’s usually because the brush that I use to clean it gathers a bit of grease on it. From time to time I wash that brush in white spirits and then wash it In clean water to get rid of the grease.
      I think you need to somehow clean the Palette and get rid of the grease that has collected on it.
      Perhaps, maybe use some rubbing alcohol or something that isn’t abrasive, to break down the grease.
      Have a chat to Craig Young as well he might have some ideas
      Let me know how it goes.
      Best wishes, James

    • @k.b.1996
      @k.b.1996 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JamesPotterAboutArt Huge thanks for your answer! I'll definitely try the tip with alcohol and I also thought about contacting Craig and asking him for some ideas. I really love your channel and all your tips, it's really unique and I can't wait to see more of your videos. Thanks for posting them!

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@k.b.1996
      My pleasure. I’m glad you’re enjoying my videos so much.

    • @k.b.1996
      @k.b.1996 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@JamesPotterAboutArt Thank you so much for the tip, you were spot on! I wasn't able to get hold of rubbing alcohol just yet and was advised by someone from Craig's company to use the magic eraser + a mild dishwasher. Weirdly enough this didn't do anything, but as I've watched some random youtube videos I heard someone using a combo of magic eraser and brush cleaner soap, which also works as a fat solvent. And amazingly enough, this did the trick!

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@k.b.1996
      That’s really great. I’m glad it worked out!
      You have your Palette back now, which is great. The trick now is to make sure what you clean it with is free from grease.
      I’m sure you’re going to find a huge difference when using it again.
      Let me know how it goes.
      Best wishes, James

  • @user-eo2kx1ii2h
    @user-eo2kx1ii2h 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    James, do you find that the paint beads up on the enamel surface of the mixing wells?

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Hi, I don’t find it beads up at all. Sometimes if there’s some grease on a palette, this can cause beading. Then it needs to be cleaned properly with detergent. I find that plastic palettes bead all the time which is why I don’t use them!

    • @dh9033
      @dh9033 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      To stop paint 'beading' on plastic just clean the surface with a little 'Cif' (previously known as Jif) and wash off with warm water. Just make sure that you get it all off! Dudley 😊

    • @jojojo8835
      @jojojo8835 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Which brands of paint do you prefer? I’ve noticed they all use slightly different binders

  • @SuperExadidas
    @SuperExadidas 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi James….l am new to your channel, l enjoy your loose watercolor painting. Where can we buy your palette and l would like to follow your color selection. Thanks.

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Arwin
      Welcome to my channel I’m very pleased you’re here.
      Glad you’re enjoying the Watercolour painting.
      There are two places that you can buy this style of pallet, mine is from the little brass box company in England, and the other is from Craig Young, also in England.
      They are wonderful, well worth it, and I wouldn’t hesitate buying another one
      They are expensive about £500 however, a lot cheaper than playing golf or many other hobbies.
      I hope you manage to find one.
      Best wishes, James

    • @SuperExadidas
      @SuperExadidas 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Many thanks @@JamesPotterAboutArt

  • @VEHarris100
    @VEHarris100 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wonder if they make a left handed version

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not sure 🤔. They are individually handmade so I’m sure he will. They are great 🎉

  • @bonifaciomagdiwang1697
    @bonifaciomagdiwang1697 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The other company is Craig Young paint box pallete. is it too heavy compared to little brass company?

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi. Thanks for your comment.
      Mine is quite an old one which was made with thicker brass, so heavier than the current little brass box company pallets. I find that the weight is no problem for me.
      I’ve never picked up a Craig Young pallet so difficult to compare.
      I’m very happy with mine 😊
      Thanks James

  • @victoriagoddard4617
    @victoriagoddard4617 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are you by any chance related to Sara and Helen Potter?

    • @JamesPotterAboutArt
      @JamesPotterAboutArt  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Victoria,
      I’m not related to Sara or Helen, that I know of!
      I doubt there are too many Potters out here.
      Best wishes, James