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Vegan-Friendly Art Supplies
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...
Vegan-Friendly Art Supplies
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 Brief History and Explanation of Oil Painting
Oil painting is synonymous with the renaissance period, impressionist artists, and Bob Ross with his happy little trees. For centuries, oil paint has remained a popular choice for artists. We...
A Brief History and Explanation of Oil Painting
Oil painting is synonymous with the renaissance period, impressionist artists, and Bob Ross with his happy little trees. For centuries, oil paint has remained a popular choice for artists. We...
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A Guide to Oil Paint Drying Times
Understanding drying times for oil colour. Explore the nuances of oil paint drying times by delving into our insightful blog.
A Guide to Oil Paint Drying Times
Understanding drying times for oil colour. Explore the nuances of oil paint drying times by delving into our insightful blog.
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How Do You Make the Colour Purple?
Not every Blue and Red pigment will work together to create a vibrant Purple colour. In this article you will learn how to make your perfect shade of purple paint.
How Do You Make the Colour Purple?
Not every Blue and Red pigment will work together to create a vibrant Purple colour. In this article you will learn how to make your perfect shade of purple paint.
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What do we mean when we say there are 'Warm Red...
Red pigment is probably one of the oldest pigments the modern world uses. Using the correct warm or cool red paint, will inevitably save you time and money, and provide you...
What do we mean when we say there are 'Warm Reds' and 'Cool Reds'?
Red pigment is probably one of the oldest pigments the modern world uses. Using the correct warm or cool red paint, will inevitably save you time and money, and provide you...
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Let's talk about the colour red
In this article we will talk about the power and impact the colour red has in the visual world and how it is perceived. We will also look at some...
Let's talk about the colour red
In this article we will talk about the power and impact the colour red has in the visual world and how it is perceived. We will also look at some...
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Artist Interview: Nanci France-Vaz
This June, we welcome Nanci-France-Vaz. A modern renaissance artist drawing inspiration from the Pre-Raphaelite and Naturalist periods of art, poetry, and classic literature, and film. Combining her strong foundation in life...
Artist Interview: Nanci France-Vaz
This June, we welcome Nanci-France-Vaz. A modern renaissance artist drawing inspiration from the Pre-Raphaelite and Naturalist periods of art, poetry, and classic literature, and film. Combining her strong foundation in life...
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What is Gesso, Size and Ground?
Traditionally Gesso was a mixture of gypsum plaster and chalk mixed with water and other binders to make a white slurry that creates an absorbent surface for painting on.
What is Gesso, Size and Ground?
Traditionally Gesso was a mixture of gypsum plaster and chalk mixed with water and other binders to make a white slurry that creates an absorbent surface for painting on.
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