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Understanding Sketching Pencils and Graphite
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...
Understanding Sketching Pencils and Graphite
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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Art and Design Tools for Aspiring Young Creatives
As we approach the beginning of the new year and your first term with lots of expectations, we would like to help you choose those essential tools necessary for a...
Art and Design Tools for Aspiring Young Creatives
As we approach the beginning of the new year and your first term with lots of expectations, we would like to help you choose those essential tools necessary for a...
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Derwent Drawing Tools Explained: A Beginner’s G...
In this article we look at Derwent fantastic range of graphite pencils, charcoal, and sketching pencils.
Derwent Drawing Tools Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Graphite, Charcoal & S...
In this article we look at Derwent fantastic range of graphite pencils, charcoal, and sketching pencils.
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The ARTdiscount Guide to Pencil Lead
These are crucial first questions to ask when looking for the right pencils. There are so many different types of pencils to use and understanding which ones will work for your projects will save...
The ARTdiscount Guide to Pencil Lead
These are crucial first questions to ask when looking for the right pencils. There are so many different types of pencils to use and understanding which ones will work for your projects will save...
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A Beginner’s Guide to Using Watercolour Pencils
MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES Watercolour pencils differ greatly from non-watercolour pencils. The difference is in the binder that holds the pigment. Whereas normal coloured pencils have a waxy or oil based...
A Beginner’s Guide to Using Watercolour Pencils
MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES Watercolour pencils differ greatly from non-watercolour pencils. The difference is in the binder that holds the pigment. Whereas normal coloured pencils have a waxy or oil based...
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50 Years of Colourful Creativity: Celebrating C...
This year, we celebrate 50 vibrant years of the Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Aquarelle Wax Pastel—a ground breaking tool that has inspired generations of artists, designers, students, and creatives across...
50 Years of Colourful Creativity: Celebrating Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Aquare...
This year, we celebrate 50 vibrant years of the Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Aquarelle Wax Pastel—a ground breaking tool that has inspired generations of artists, designers, students, and creatives across...
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What Green is Green?
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?
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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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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