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How to Use POSCA Pens

What are POSCA Pens?

Ellie Jakeman

There's a whole world of POSCA Pen artists out there, and we think once you've finished reading this article you'll want to be one of them!

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What are POSCA Pens?

Ellie Jakeman

There's a whole world of POSCA Pen artists out there, and we think once you've finished reading this article you'll want to be one of them!

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A Beginner's Guide to Paintbrushes

A Beginner's Guide to Paintbrushes

Ellie Jakeman

There are many different types of paint brushes on the market today, and as a beginner it's not surprising that we get very confused and overwhelmed! We are here to...

A Beginner's Guide to Paintbrushes

Ellie Jakeman

There are many different types of paint brushes on the market today, and as a beginner it's not surprising that we get very confused and overwhelmed! We are here to...

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Row of colorful paint tubes showing different paint tube symbols meaning and series numbers.

What Do the Symbols and Series Numbers Mean on ...

Ellie Jakeman

Ever wondered about the paint tube symbols meaning? This guide unpacks the mysteries behind series numbers, hue labels, and permanence ratings, empowering you to choose the right pigments for your...

What Do the Symbols and Series Numbers Mean on a Paint Tube?

Ellie Jakeman

Ever wondered about the paint tube symbols meaning? This guide unpacks the mysteries behind series numbers, hue labels, and permanence ratings, empowering you to choose the right pigments for your...

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Understanding Sketching Pencils and Graphite

Understanding Sketching Pencils and Graphite

Ellie Jakeman

   Whether it's to make a quick sketch, write a list, for a message on a post-it note, the humble pencil is an important part of the creative process. In this...

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Understanding Sketching Pencils and Graphite

Ellie Jakeman

   Whether it's to make a quick sketch, write a list, for a message on a post-it note, the humble pencil is an important part of the creative process. In this...

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Choosing the Correct Watercolour Paper for Your Style of Painting

Choosing the Correct Watercolour Paper for Your...

Ellie Jakeman

When painting with watercolours, the kind of paper you choose will have a dramatic impact on your final result. In this article we will provide you with a brief-but-comprehensive guide...

Choosing the Correct Watercolour Paper for Your Style of Painting

Ellie Jakeman

When painting with watercolours, the kind of paper you choose will have a dramatic impact on your final result. In this article we will provide you with a brief-but-comprehensive guide...

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Symbols of Love Through Art

Symbols of Love Through Art

Ellie Jakeman

Artists from different cultures have been united by themes of love, passion and devotion, openly or symbolically in their paintings, sculptures, sonnets and poems. Paintings that are familiar to us...

Symbols of Love Through Art

Ellie Jakeman

Artists from different cultures have been united by themes of love, passion and devotion, openly or symbolically in their paintings, sculptures, sonnets and poems. Paintings that are familiar to us...

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A Guide to Using Wooden Panels with Oils, Acrylics, Gouache, and Fineliners

A Guide to Using Wooden Panels with Oils, Acryl...

Ellie Jakeman

Looking for a sturdy and reliable painting surface? ARTdiscount Wooden Panels offer a versatile, rigid and trustworthy support for your artwork that serve great alternative to our pre-primed canvases. 

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A Guide to Using Wooden Panels with Oils, Acrylics, Gouache, and Fineliners

Ellie Jakeman

Looking for a sturdy and reliable painting surface? ARTdiscount Wooden Panels offer a versatile, rigid and trustworthy support for your artwork that serve great alternative to our pre-primed canvases. 

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Let's Think Ink!

Let's Think Ink!

Ellie Jakeman

Not sure where to get started with the wide variety of artists' inks available at ARTdiscount? In this article, we'll explore features and benefits of a range of artists' inks...

Let's Think Ink!

Ellie Jakeman

Not sure where to get started with the wide variety of artists' inks available at ARTdiscount? In this article, we'll explore features and benefits of a range of artists' inks...

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