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Screen printing is a method of printing images or patterns onto fabric, paper or canvas using a wooden or metal screen with an ultra fine mesh fabric stretched over the top.

The clocks have gone back, the nights are drawing in and we awaken to dark cold mornings. It all seems rather sad and gloomy, but read on to find out how we can overcome the gloom and still feel energised!

Not that long ago companies didn't have traceability in their own supply chains, and they were not proactive about sustainability, thankfully that is changing!  Many companies are now contributing to a healthier planet and developing eco friendly and animal cruelty free strategies to develop their products.

Andrew Campe is a linocut printmaker based in Maidenhead, specialising in multi-block and reduction colour lino prints. From having a degree in Illustration and enjoying the lino cut module, to receiving a lino set for Christmas, he hasn't looked back since! His work is bold, graphical and colourful, with some pieces having 20 layers!

This year we created the 12 Days of Christmas on our mini canvas which would make an ideal gift or to keep for yourself on display.

Below is a curated list of gifts for that special person in your life or even for yourself! We have a great selection of ‘luxury quality gifts’ for all your creative needs or for the painter in your life.

Black paint often takes a back seat to vibrant reds, blues, and yellows in discussions about colour theory. However, for many artists, black is an indispensable hue, rich with potential for creative expression. In this blog, we’ll dive into the world of artists’ black paint, explore its uses, discuss the unique properties of different types of black, and how mixing them can unlock new dimensions of colour.

Let's look at a few of our most popular brands and what they can offer you this Christmas. We have curated three or four luxury items from our best selling brands; Caran d’Ache, Sennelier, Winsor & Newton and Derwent. We hope you can find that perfect gift. Happy shopping!  

Adolf Rodriguez, AKA Famous Adolf, is an Illustrator, Animator, Graphic Designer and Print Maker based in Barcelona! His main practice is Lino Printing, after finding himself drawn to the method over his Advertising and Public Relations background. He takes inspiration from American superhero comics from the 60's and 70's, Science Fiction, Graphic Design, vintage toys etc!