Excellent for mixing watercolor, enough weight that it won't flip around, perfect for studio or fieldwork. Pure white, smooth surface, no drops, the paint will not bead but spread smoothly, and it wipes perfectly clean with a tissue, makes it easy to clean, mix, and makes colors come alive. Well-designed with plenty of space to mix colors, can help you improve their skill in mixing color. We strongly recommend this palette to anyone who is looking for a nice sturdy studio or field palette.