A Guide to Pencil Sketching Techniques
Pencil sketching has long been a popular art form, and it’s no wonder why. Sketching with a pencil is versatile, portable, and requires only a few basic supplies. With just a few tools you can create an incredibly detailed and beautiful work of art. There are many...
How To Paint On Wood With Acrylics
It’s easier than you think to transform a piece of old wood into something beautiful using just a little paint. For this, acrylics are your best choice. While it’s possible to paint on wood right away, there are a few steps that we recommend to take your...How to Paint on Canvas
We offer a range of different canvases, but it may seem slightly overwhelming to see the options and what to do with it. Cotton, linen, stretched, gesso, what do all of these words mean? What does it mean for how you can paint on it? Linen is more expensive, and not...
Amazing Acrylic Painting Techniques
The techniques used for acrylic painting are varied and are specifically tied to its properties, so it’s helpful to have a some background knowledge of these techniques before you start out. We’ll cover the important bases in this simple-to-follow...
Tips For Priming A Canvas
Learning the correct way to prime your canvas is a simple but crucial skill for artists working with oil or acrylic paints. Priming seals and protects the support, makes the canvas less absorbent, helps the colours stand out and can provide a smoother surface with...