Blog - Cowling & Wilcox

Brands
Shop Products
- Adhesives & Tapes
  
  Adhesives
  
  Glue Guns
  
  Putties
  
  Sprays
  
  Tapes
  
  Washi Tape
  
  Artists' Accessories
  
  Books
  
  Drawing Boards
  
  Erasers
  
  Lighting
  
  Manikins
  
  Miscellaneous Accessories
  
  Palettes & Mixing Pots
  
  Storage
  
  Tools
  
  Brushes
  
  Cleaners & Accessories
  
  Great Value Brushes
  
  Oil & Acrylic Brushes
  
  Rollers, Knives and More
  
  Sable Brushes
  
  Specialist Brushes
  
  Suitable For All Media
  
  Varnish, Priming & Gilding
  
  Watercolour Brushes
  
  Canvas
  
  Canvas Boards & Pads
  
  Canvas Rolls
  
  Canvas Stretchers
  
  Colouring-In Canvas
  
  Stretched Cotton Canvas
  
  Stretched Linen Canvas
  
  Craft Products
  
  Children's Products
  
  Craft Brushes
  
  Craft Paints
  
  Craft Paper & Card
  
  Decoupage
  
  Fabric Paints
  
  Face Painting
  
  Glitter
  
  Miscellaneous Crafts
  
  Modelling & Moulding
  
  Easels
  
  Field Easels
  
  Sketching Easels
  
  Studio Easels
  
  Table Easels
  
  Mediums & Varnishes
  
  Acrylic Mediums
  
  Acrylic Varnishes
  
  Oil Varnishes & Mediums
  
  Pouring Mediums
  
  Watercolour Mediums
  
  Pads, Paper & More
  
  Acrylic & Oil Pads
  
  Cartridge Paper & Pads
  
  Coloured Paper & Card
  
  Detail Paper & Pads
  
  Foamboard
  
  Gummed Pads
  
  Layout Pads
  
  Loose Leaf Paper, Packs & Rolls
  
  Marker Pads
  
  Miscellaneous Pads & Paper
  
  Moleskine
  
  Mountboard
  
  Notebooks
  
  Pastel Paper & Pads
  
  Sketchbooks
  
  Spiral Paper Pads
  
  Tracing Paper & Pads
  
  Watercolour Paper & Pads
  
  Paints
  
  Acrylic Paints
  
  Gouache Paints
  
  Oil Paints
  
  Spray Paints
  
  Watercolour Paints
  
  Pastels & Charcoal
  
  Charcoal
  
  Hard Pastels
  
  Oil Pastels & Sticks
  
  Pastel Pencils
  
  Soft Pastels
  
  Pencils
  
  Chinamarkers
  
  Coloured Pencils
  
  Graphite Pencils
  
  Pastel Pencils
  
  Watercolour Pencils
  
  Pens, Markers and Inks
  
  Calligraphy
  
  Inks
  
  Markers
  
  Pens
  
  Printmaking
  
  Portfolio
  
  Archival Storage
  
  Books With Removable Sleeves
  
  Portfolios With Rings
  
  Portfolios Without Rings
  
  Browse our Special Offers NOW!
Stores
About
My Account
Blog
Contact

Amazing Art Products

Art Tutorials

Drawing & Sketching Ideas

Featured Artists

Get Crafty

Illustrating

Painting Inspiration

Portable Daylight Lamps: Travel-Friendly...

April 29, 2026

As any artist could surely tell you, light is a key component to the creative process. Without proper lighting colours appear dull, shadows lose their depth and finer details become undetectable which can lead to frustration and later revisions, undermining any artwork.

Daylight lamps combat this by offering well-balanced illumination that effectively simulates natural lighting conditions for greater clarity, tighter control, finer details & flawless colour accuracy.

Selecting the best daylight lamp for artists can streamline their work, but with so many options out there... what to go for?

Best Painting Easels for Artists: Top Picks for...

April 21, 2026

Art supplies play a vital role in every artist’s creative journey, and a quality easel is one of the most important tools in any workspace. The right easel provides stability, comfort, and support, helping artists focus on their work without distractions.

Whether painting in a studio, at home, or outdoors, selecting the right easel can improve workflow and overall productivity. Different designs offer unique benefits depending on canvas size, available space, and working style.

This guide highlights some of the best painting easels for artists, featuring reliable options suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and professional creatives alike.

Top 10 Professional Art Supplies UK Every...

April 21, 2026

Art supplies play a vital role in every artist’s creative journey, influencing both the process and the final result. From brushes and paints to canvases and easels, quality materials provide the control, durability, and reliability needed to bring creative ideas to life with confidence.

Professional artists understand that the right tools can improve precision, enhance workflow, and support artistic growth over time. Investing in dependable supplies helps achieve better results while making the creative process more enjoyable and efficient.

This guide highlights ten essential art supplies that every artist should consider adding to their toolkit.

How to Choose Canvas Stretcher Bars: Expert...

April 16, 2026

Selecting the right canvas stretcher bars and tools ensures durable, stable artwork results consistently. 38mm bars suit larger canvases, while 19mm bars fit smaller pieces. Cross bars provide added support, and canvas pliers help achieve proper tension. Considering size, strength, portability, and budget allows artists to achieve professional results with reliable options from Cowling & Wilcox.

Portable Daylight Lamps for Artists:...

April 07, 2026

Explore premium daylight lamps for artists at Cowling & Wilcox, designed to provide natural, balanced lighting for painting, drawing, and studio work. These high-quality lamps enhance colour accuracy, minimise eye strain, and ensure consistent illumination. Ideal for detailed creative tasks, they support artists in achieving precise results across all professional and hobbyist art environments worldwide every day with ease.