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Artists to Look Out For in 2022

March 02, 2022

Some extraordinary artists out there at the moment. Check out our blog here to find out some of the very best artists you should look out for in 2022.

Why You Should Be Trying Different Illustration...

January 27, 2022

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 […]

What You Need in Your Pencil Sketching Tool Kit

January 26, 2022

Drawing is an art form that is accessible to everyone. Bold shades and depth of colour is not limited to wet mediums. Sketching is an effective and affordable way to create gorgeous landscapes, stunning portraits, and meticulous still lifes. While anyone can pick up a pencil and paper, it’s worth getting the right equipment for […]

The Ultimate Guide to Paintbrushes for Acrylics

January 25, 2022

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 […]

Inspiration for your Winter Landscape Painting

January 06, 2022

Painting landscapes is often left until Summer, for sun-kissed scenes, or Autumn, for a gorgeous plentiful colour palette. Standing in freezing forests or surrounded by snow is hardly an appealing place to spend your time painting a landscape. However, winter landscapes can create some of the best compositions, with sun glinting off snow banks and […]

How to Sharpen Artist Graphite Pencils

January 04, 2022

We all know that the art world has a unique way of seeming both super simplistic & curiously complicated. However, if you’re anything like us & enjoy sketching, perhaps it’s time to consider trying something new and interesting? For instance, learning shading techniques using graphite pencils. Standard artist pencils have their limitations, especially when working […]

Christmas Gift Guide: Gifts For Art Lovers

December 15, 2021

At Christmas time, we all want to get the perfect gift for someone. That becomes a more difficult task when you are trying to buy for an art lover. Lovers of fine things tend to have very particular taste when it comes to art and art supplies. You might be browsing pages of luxury gifts […]

How to Master Painting on Canvas with Acrylics

November 29, 2021

Painting with acrylics on canvas is a great way for beginners to get into the world of painting. At an affordable cost, you can purchase great quality paints with excellent colour pigments and minimal set-up before you begin painting. A highly versatile medium, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to create an acrylic masterpiece on your canvas.

The Best Art Galleries In The UK

November 18, 2021

The UK has a particularly strong artistic heritage, making it the perfect location to visit world-class art galleries and museums. Whether you’re a fan of classic collections or modern masterpieces, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to the best art galleries in the UK to help you plan your next visit. The Serpentine Galleries, London […]