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How to Use Watercolour Pens

August 22, 2022

Ironically, as a medium, watercolour can actually be very easy. Catering to almost any style of artist, regardless of experience, watercolour is accessible & easy to use. Incredibly versatile & available in an array of different forms including tubes, pans (both half & full), pencils & even pens, the natural versatility & adaptability of watercolour […]

Can You Use Watercolour on Canvas?

August 16, 2022

Interestingly, canvas is incredibly popular amongst watercolour artists looking to explore different substrates, beyond your standard paper or sketchbook. This is despite (or perhaps because of?) the unique challenges presented by the extremely thin consistency of watercolour paint. So we thought it would be worth asking… “Can you use watercolour on canvas?” So, what’s the […]

How To Use Watercolour Pencils

August 16, 2022

Cast your mind back… you may recall a time when art materials could be easily organised neatly into “boxes”, for instance, wet & dry mediums were entirely separated. Well, this is no longer the case, thanks to developments & advances providing new experiences, like combining the effects or texture of paint in something as convenient […]

How to Varnish an Acrylic Painting

August 10, 2022

Recently finished an acrylic painting? Want to keep it forever? Then it’s absolutely vital to protect it from various possible damaging elements including dust, sunlight & discolouration by simply applying a final layer of varnish.

What is a Medium in Art?

July 11, 2022

Some things you simply can’t know until you look them up. But there’s no need to worry, we’re here to help. When it comes to the fine art world, countless terms can be confusing or misleading when you first start out. A great example of this would be the term “medium”, a word we all […]

Are Staedtler Markers Non Toxic?

June 08, 2022

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 […]

How Do Paint Markers Work?

June 08, 2022

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, […]

How to Choose the Best Artist Canvas

May 12, 2022

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 […]

Leading Art Trends of 2022

April 11, 2022

In all areas of our lives, trends come and go. What is fashionable one year might not be popular the next. When it comes to art trends, this endless series of waves is even faster than one might expect. These change depending on what people are enjoying, which varies hugely between individuals. Art constantly demands […]