I am having trouble getting the pans to stay stable... Probably doing something stupid.. Please help.

Yes, this is a problem, and I assumed I was the only one experiencing this until I read the reviews here. I plan on buying museum putty to provide a firm but temporary hold. My half pans (and I am referring to the actual plastic "holder," not the block of paint) are both loose and rock back and forth. Not sure what the problem is. Wearing down the paint may help a bit when it comes to the brush actually lifting the block of paint out, but nothing short of some sort of external adhesive will fix the looseness/unevenness of the half pans. (I may be misusing the terminology - I always think of pan/half-pan as referring to the plastic housing around the paint, not just the solid block of paint within the housing.)

what size is the brush?

The brush is approximately a #6 and 4.5" long. I am getting one of the store-in-the-handle ones because I personally prefer a longer handle. The one it comes with is of good quality. So if you are comfortable with a short brush you will be fine. Best of luck.

Colors are: Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Red Pale Hue, Cadmium Red Hue, Alizarin Crimson Hue, Purple Lake, Ultramarine, Cerulean Blue Hue, Viridian Hue, Sap Green, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Chinese White

does the paint fall out of pans?

Yes and No. If they are brand new, it can. But once you start using them, the melted paint will fill the gap between the paint and the pan and they will dry out to stick to the pan. Hope this helps!

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🎨 Unlock your inner artist anywhere, anytime with the ultimate compact watercolor set!

LONG LASTING VIBRANCY - Excellent lightfastness and permanence keep your artwork vivid and timeless.
PRO GRADE BRUSH INCLUDED - Cotman Series 111 No. 5 brush delivers precision and smooth strokes for every masterpiece.
VIBRANT 14 COLOR PALETTE - A curated spectrum of 14 half pans ensures your outdoor creativity never runs dry.
COMPACT PORTABLE DESIGN - Lightweight, pocket-sized set with slide-out palette and mixing dish—perfect for on-the-go artists.
CONSISTENT QUALITY FOR BEGINNERS - Uniform pigment consistency means less guesswork and faster mastery, bridging amateur and pro.

The Winsor & Newton Cotman Water Colour Compact Set features 14 half pans of high-quality, lightfast watercolors paired with a professional-grade Series 111 brush No. 5. Designed for portability and ease of use, this set includes a slide-out palette and mixing dish, making it ideal for outdoor painting. With uniform pigment consistency and a balanced color spectrum, it offers beginners and pros alike a reliable, vibrant painting experience at an economical price.

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Brand	Winsor & Newton
Colour	Multicolor
Finish Type	Gloss
Size	Compact Set 14 Half Pans
Item Volume	5 Millilitres
Special Feature	Glow
Net Quantity	1 Unit
Paint Type	Watercolour
Specific Uses For Product	Exterior
Surface Recommendation	Metal
Indoor/Outdoor Usage	Outdoor
Item Form	pen
Included Components	1 Set
Is Waterproof	False
Model Name	Cotman Water Colour
Package Information	Tube
Coverage	Full
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
UPC	094376905328
Global Trade Identification Number	00094376905328
Manufacturer	Winsor & Newton
Model Number	90532
Material	plastic
Number of Items	1
Manufacturer Part Number	0390083
Country of Origin	India
Imported By	Platinum Painting Essentials & Trading Pvt. Ltd.

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