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Jane Rafter on Creating Atmospheric Scenes with Oil Paints

Artist Interview: Jane Rafter on Creating Atmos...

Joseph Short

With over 20 years of painting experience, Jane Rafter has mastered the art of atmosphere. Following a successful career in graphic design, Jane pursued her passions and became a full-time...

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Artist Interview: Jane Rafter on Creating Atmospheric Scenes with Oil Paints

Joseph Short

With over 20 years of painting experience, Jane Rafter has mastered the art of atmosphere. Following a successful career in graphic design, Jane pursued her passions and became a full-time...

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A set of half pan watercolours but focusing on the colour green.

What Green is Green?

Ellie Jakeman

In this article we look at the colour Green! An amazingly versatile colour that has so many associations to our beautiful planet and the natural world.

What Green is Green?

Ellie Jakeman

In this article we look at the colour Green! An amazingly versatile colour that has so many associations to our beautiful planet and the natural world.

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Painted Bee sitting on top of a clover blossom created on Hahnemuhle post card watercolour paper, surrounded by Hahnemuhle postcard tins

Hahnemühle Vegan Artist Papers: The Perfect Cho...

Ellie Jakeman

In this blog, we delve into the world of fine art papers and shine a spotlight on one of the most respected names in the industry: Hahnemühle. 

Hahnemühle Vegan Artist Papers: The Perfect Choice for Eco-Conscious Artists

Ellie Jakeman

In this blog, we delve into the world of fine art papers and shine a spotlight on one of the most respected names in the industry: Hahnemühle. 

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Vegan Art Supplies

Vegan-Friendly Art Supplies

Ellie Jakeman

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...

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Vegan-Friendly Art Supplies

Ellie Jakeman

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...

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

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

Ellie Jakeman

Wood Panels have been used as a support for paintings by artists for centuries, however the advantage of having an additional deep cradle attached at the back of the board...

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

Ellie Jakeman

Wood Panels have been used as a support for paintings by artists for centuries, however the advantage of having an additional deep cradle attached at the back of the board...

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How to Seal and Gesso a Wooden Panel

How to Seal and Gesso a Wooden Panel

Ellie Jakeman

'Glue Gesso' or "Italian Gesso" commonly known as Traditional gesso contains rabbit skin glue, chalk and white pigment. Some artists still use this gesso ground, mainly professional artists. Thankfully we...

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How to Seal and Gesso a Wooden Panel

Ellie Jakeman

'Glue Gesso' or "Italian Gesso" commonly known as Traditional gesso contains rabbit skin glue, chalk and white pigment. Some artists still use this gesso ground, mainly professional artists. Thankfully we...

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an image of a set of Water-Mixable Oil Paints and a canvas with the beginnings of a still life painting

A Beginner’s Guide to Water-Mixable Oil Paints

Ellie Jakeman

If you love the richness of oil paints but dislike the mess and fumes of traditional oils, water-mixable oil paints might be your perfect solution! This guide will help you...

A Beginner’s Guide to Water-Mixable Oil Paints

Ellie Jakeman

If you love the richness of oil paints but dislike the mess and fumes of traditional oils, water-mixable oil paints might be your perfect solution! This guide will help you...

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Multiple Daler Rowney products such as system3 acrylics, Graduate oil paint, acrylic inks and watercolour sets laid out.

Daler-Rowney Products for All Ages, Abilities, ...

Ellie Jakeman

Exploring the World of Daler-Rowney: A Journey Through Art and Design Products What makes their products so special, and who are they truly aimed at?

Daler-Rowney Products for All Ages, Abilities, and Projects!

Ellie Jakeman

Exploring the World of Daler-Rowney: A Journey Through Art and Design Products What makes their products so special, and who are they truly aimed at?

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