Step into the vibrant world of expressive art with this carefully curated set from Royal Talens, combining the Sakura Black Sketchbook and a Set of 6 Ecoline Duotip Liquid Watercolour Markers Basic Colours. Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or seasoned artist looking to explore contrast and colour on black paper, this pairing opens up a whole new creative playground. The A5 Sakura Sketchbook features 80 sheets of acid-free 140gsm black paper, bound in a durable hardcover that lays flat for ease of use. Paired with the Ecoline Duotip Markers, which contain brilliant, dye-based liquid watercolour ink and two nib styles per pen (brush and bullet tip), this is an ideal set for experimenting with illustration, lettering, mixed media and more. Compact yet substantial, this set is easy to carry in a backpack or art pouch. Whether you're working in a studio, coffee shop, or out in nature, it's perfect for plein air sketching, journaling, or lettering practice. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned artist trying new surfaces and materials, this set encourages experimentation, colour theory, and bold design in a fun, intuitive way. Beautifully balanced in form and function, this set makes a thoughtful gift for art students, hobby illustrators, or anyone who enjoys bold colourwork. Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, or creative retreats. Features: Striking Contrast on Black Paper: The Sakura Black Sketchbook features rich, deep-black 140gsm paper, ideal for creating high-impact art using light, pastel, neon, or metallic colours. Ecoline's dye-based watercolours shine beautifully against the dark background, making each stroke pop Dual-Tip Ecoline Markers for Versatile Techniques: Each Ecoline Duotip marker offers two nibs: a flexible brush tip for expressive strokes and blending, and a bullet tip for precision, outlines, and lettering. This allows for effortless switching between fine detail and bold application Set of 6 Vibrant Basic Colours: This set includes six essential shades: Yellow, Red, Blue, Green, Brown, and Black perfect for blending, layering, and creating a broad spectrum of hues. The liquid watercolour ink is highly transparent, fast-drying, and easy to rewet with water Hardcover Lay-Flat Sketchbook: The Sakura sketchbook has a durable hard cover and a spine that lays flat when open, making it easy to sketch or paint across both pages. Its A5 size (21 x 14.8 cm) is ideal for on-the-go creativity and everyday experimentation Perfect for Mixed Media Exploration: While ideal for watercolour markers, the black paper also works brilliantly with gouache, pastels, gel pens, acrylic markers, and metallic inks inviting you to mix and layer different tools for dramatic results Specifications: Dimensions: H:3.6 x W:26 x D:37 cm Weight: 0.6 kg Colour: Multi Material: Plastic Model Number: 9999999224867