In this video I finally do the big Paul Rubens showdown I’ve been wanting to film: tubes vs pans across ALL the Paul Rubens watercolor sets I have in my collection. I swatch and compare the 36 tube set right alongside my pan palettes (including several “generation” sets, the floral set, and those gorgeous large ceramic pans) so you can actually see how they behave next to each other. If you’ve ever wondered whether the tube version is “better” than the pans, I walk you through what I notice as I paint and mix. My goal here isn’t just to crown a winner—it’s to help you pick what makes sense for how you paint. I talk about practical stuff like convenience, portability, and how quickly I can get to juicy color, plus what I reach for when I’m swatching, sketchbooking, or setting up for a longer painting session. By the end, you’ll have a clearer idea of which Paul Rubens format fits your workflow (and which set is the best match for your style) before you spend your watercolor budget.