Hotu 50 Alcohol Markers Set: My First Impressions | Coloring Tips for Limited Sets

Rick Adkins
13 hours ago
2 min read

I finally got the chance to sit down with the Hotucolor 50-Color Alcohol Markers Set (Brush + Fine Tips), and I was genuinely impressed by how easy they were to work with right out of the box. The brush tips felt smooth, the colors blended nicely, and the set offers a solid range for a limited palette—though creating color combos does take a little getting used to. Your swatch sheet will quickly become your best friend! I recommend filling out the one Hotucolor provides and creating a second swatch on the cardstock you use every day since the ink looks slightly different depending on the paper. In today’s project, I’m sharing my honest first impressions along with two simple techniques that make this set shine.

Markers in a black HOTU case, surrounded by colorful swatches and angel illustrations on paper. Text reads "LIMITED SET TIPS & HOTU REVIEW."

The first technique is all about underpainting with greys to build values before glazing a single color over the top. It’s such an easy way to create instant depth, even when you don’t have a lot of markers to choose from. The second technique shows how to use just one marker to achieve multiple values simply by adding layers—perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to stretch a small collection. If you're curious about the Hotucolor markers or want to learn practical ways to get more from a limited set, I think you’ll enjoy this one. And if you’d like to try the markers yourself, you can use my code RICKADKINS for 10% off your entire order at Hotucolor.

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