uniposca Paint Marker Pen - Extra Fine Point - Set of 12 (PC-1M12C)

WOW! These are great acrylic paint markers! One of my favorite video acrylic painting teachers recommends these markers and uses them to sign her name on her painting at the end of each lesson. Another video teacher uses paint markers for projects that require a small line such as fine tree branches. I had purchased a couple of markers from a leading American acrylic paint brand and kept wondering why my markers didn't work like the ones in the video lessons. Then I saw this set and the price was so good I wanted to try them out. I LOVE these markers; the tips are actually as fine as advertised. The video instructor said she taped her caps on to be sure the markers wouldn't dry out.I think this set might be less expensive because the markers are smaller than the ones used in the videos. I don't think they are full sized Posca markers, but that is OK with me since it enabled me to get 12 beautiful colors. One full size marker of the American brand company cost about $7, while 12 markers in this pack was about $25 at the time I purchased them. I tried to find a volume on both brands of pen, but the Posca pen info is all in Japanese, and the American brand did not have a volume that I could find. I did find nib size--the Posca was 0.7mm and the American brand was 2.4mm. Both brands are about the same diameter, but the pens in this set are about an inch shorter than the other brand (Posca-4.75", other brand 5.5" with caps on).I tested the titanium white since some acrylic colors, such as yellow, are very transparent and need the area under them painted white first to give them good coverage. Both brands needed several coats of white to cover over a black line so I would say they were equal in transparency.I was concerned about the tips being firm enough to last a long time. I have a tendency to press too hard most of the time and some marker tips get mushy with use. Since the tip has to be pressed against a firm surface to prime with paint to get it flowing this could be a problem. I was pleased to see that the tips kept their point after pressing against the surface of my craft table (with a protective silicone cover over it).I needed a teal color but the set did not have teal. I pressed the tip several times to get a tiny puddle of a light blue and another puddle of yellow. I mixed a tiny bit of each color until I got a match close enough to what I needed, used a small paint brush to fill in where I needed to cover a mistake, and was very pleased with the result.I would highly recommend this set to any one wanting to try out acrylic markers. I don't know how long the markers will last since they are not full size, but I think if they are used carefully and capped immediately after use they will be OK. Tape placed around the cap edge of the marker to seal out any air leaks should help. The markers are a great size for adding to a travel crafts bag and would make great stocking stuffers for the painter/crafter in your family.

These pens are great....colors are bright

I used these on my Apres GelX nails to make holiday nail art. I’ve never done nail art before so I watched a bunch of videos first. I painted my nails with a gold polish from Apres and then cured it. (I did not wipe off with alcohol or apply the top coat yet!) After I applied the color, I drew the little Christmas scenes and let them air dry for about two minutes. Then I applied the Apres top coat and cured it for two minutes. I have been getting so many compliments on my nails which is lovely because you can definitely tell which hand is my dominate hand. I’m left handed and my left hand is messier but fine. I am pleased with this first attempt.All the colors had a nice pointed tip. For the white I did apply two coats. The red is more pinky coral instead of a true red in my nails but it’s fine. I will be using these to perfect my nail art skills. They were easy to use and get started. I think they will last with care. They been painted a week and have held up nicely. I expect to get two more weeks out of these nails. I couldn’t be happier with this process!

These are hands down the best acrylic markers I’ve ever seen. I’ve been drawing for many years and have tried tons of different brands, but these truly stand out.The nibs are incredibly comfortable to work with – they write smoothly and allow for very fine lines. The tip doesn’t scratch the paper at all; it just glides like butter. The control and flow are excellent, making them a joy to use.My only regret is that I didn’t buy them sooner. I highly recommend these markers to any artist looking for top-quality tools!

Great for minatures they're a blast to use great quality.

My nine year old absolutely loves these! Make sure you have cardboard down underneath you or use cardstock paper to color with these as they will bleed through the paper. very true to color and extremely easy to use.

Poscas are my favorite to paint on wood slab ornaments. Cheaper here than at art store.

I LOVE Posca markers! The colors are fabulous, they go smoothly, and can be applied to many surfaces.