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Choose and prepare the right painting surface, with guides to canvas, linen, artist papers and panels.
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In the art world, artists can use many different types of mediums to create their work. One such medium is rolled canvas....
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As an artist, there's nothing more frustrating than spending hours painting only to have the finished product be damaged in transit. If...
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Ready to paint but don't know where to start? Watercolour pencils might be the perfect medium for you! They're versatile, easy to...
Read articleIf you've always wanted to dabble in acrylic painting but don't know where to start, this blog post is for you! Today's...
Read articlePicking the right frame for your art canvas is almost as important as choosing the correct artwork. The wrong frame can make a beautiful...
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Do you have a creative side that you never let out? Do you find yourself coming up with ideas and then shutting...
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If you're looking for a new drawing surface, sanded pastel paper is a great option. It allows you to add details later...
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Rolled canvas is a type of fabric that has been tightly wrapped around a pole or cylinder. The rolled-up fabric becomes a...
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A rolled canvas print is a piece of art that has been stretched and then wrapped around a cardboard roll. It's typically...
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Canvas is an archetypal artists' support (the technical term you paint on). It offers a wealth of advantages over paper – not...
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It's essential to keep the paper clean. A dirty piece of paper can ruin a painting. By cleaning it thoroughly, you can...
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What is sanded pastel paper? Sanded pastel paper is a particular type of paper that was designed to be drawn on with...
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Many people out there love the idea of using watercolour pencils to paint, but they don't know if it's possible. If you're...
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