First time I’ve used Daniel Smith watercolour in a Stick. I purchased 4 others with this one. The pigment load is the same as if from a tube or a pan, it just can be applied differently. I’m looking forward to experimenting more with these beautiful paints. The Serpentine Genuine I purchased in the stick as well, colour separates beautifully as does the Piemontite Genuine with some granulation. Love them !