There is a difference between water-soluble colored pencils and watercolors. The differences are as follows:
Characteristics of water-soluble colored pencils: rich and delicate colors, which can show a lighter and more transparent texture. Compared with the painting style of watercolor painting, it has different approaches but the same purpose.
Characteristics of colored lead: Relatively speaking, it is easier to master. It cleverly draws on the characteristics of watercolor - the pigment particles are very fine, and when dissolved with water, it can show its crystal transparency; apply it layer by layer on white On the paper, it is like the effect of transparent cellophane stacking up. We can use different strengths to line up the lines with colored pencils and color repeatedly, and we can also depict a dreamy and poetic realm like watercolor.
The rendering effect of water-soluble colored pencils and watercolors:
Although water-soluble colored pencils can also produce a rendering feeling, they are not as many layers as watercolors, and watercolors can be mixed in advance. Water-soluble colored pencils cannot do this. Generally, water-soluble colored pencils are used to paint very small areas of blurring. For large areas, watercolor is better. If conditions permit, of course watercolor is better, as its colors are extremely rich and comprehensive; water-soluble colored lead is characterized by being convenient, lightweight, and not subject to space constraints, but the vividness and grade of the work are naturally much inferior to watercolor. It depends on the painter's If necessary, if you are a beginner and want to get started quickly, you can choose water-soluble colored pencils, which require less skill on the part of the painter.