Staedtler has a history dating back to 1662 but was officially founded in Germany in 1835 – making it one of the oldest manufacturers in the country. Originally creating pencils, the company diversified throughout the years and now offers a wide selection of drawing and art equipment that includes modelling clay, sharpeners and rubbers. They […]
Markers are becoming a more and more popular artist medium. With all the benefits of acrylic or oil-based paint without the associated preparation or mess, paint markers are a great way to get into painting if you’re an avid drawer or sketch artist. And with so many surfaces to choose from, from glass to ceramics, […]
Canvas is a popular choice of substrate for many artists with all levels of experience as it is lightweight and the textures feel great to paint on. There are a wide variety of art canvas types available, from stretched linen and canvas boards to cotton or linen canvas rolls. If you’re unsure what will be […]
A new year brings a new calendar of exciting art exhibitions for artists to enjoy. Museums and galleries across the globe have been frantically working to bring us safe experiences to showcase brilliant pieces of artwork, with exhibitions of every artistic flavour. From Van Gogh to Bob Marley, there are plenty of famous names to […]
Acrylic paint offers a range that not many other paints can provide you, whether that be in terms of texture, feel, consistency, or overall style and finish. With acrylics, you have so much possibility, especially when you introduce an element of abstract art into the mix. Here we have put together a guide to abstract […]
The right artist easel can make a world of difference to your artwork. While they aren’t a necessity, it’s a great idea to try painting, sketching, or illustrating using an easel, just to test out the option. If you’re just starting in the world of art, it can be difficult to decide whether an easel […]
Many illustrators have made a career from having a unique and distinguishable style, often associating themselves with one brand or author. However, it doesn’t hurt to familiarise yourself with different illustration and drawing styles to both help find your favoured style but also to give you insight into others work. Getting to grips with different […]
It can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to searching for the best acrylic painting brushes. There are many different ranges from numerous manufacturers on the market, which means there is a wide variety of choice. Let’s face it, having too many options can often make a decision even harder! Brush […]
You Only Need One The Marabu YONO is a brand new water-based acrylic marker that works on almost any surface. Canvas or concrete. Glass or ceramic. Wood or plastic. Leather or fabric. The search for the right marker is finally over. Just go ahead and draw. Be creative. No matter what material – YOU ONLY NEED […]