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Recent ARTdiscount Blog Articles

Explore a range of interesting art-related features written by our in-house artists, including inspiration how-to guides, fascinating interviews, exciting introductions to new product ranges, and much more.

Finetec Metallic Watercolour sets

Finetec Metallic Watercolour sets

Jun 22, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

In this article we will highlight the Finetec watercolour collection and what the collections can be used for in your work.

Artist Interview: Jim Vision

Artist Interview: Jim Vision

Jun 14, 2023 Izzy Latimer

Jim Vision is a street, grafitti and mural artist, based in the UK. With his partner, he established EndOfTheLine. EndOfTheLine is an ongoing mural programme that curates artwork and events that inspire, help combat anti-social behaviour with occupation by artists and connect communities with their environment.

The Derwent Inktense Collection

The Derwent Inktense Collection

Jun 01, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

In our blog we delve into Derwent's Inktense range, sharing our knowledge and tips on how to use their pencils and the rest of the range! 

Celebrating Hahnemühle week

Celebrating Hahnemühle week

May 25, 2023 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. 

How to get Eurovision ready

How to get Eurovision ready

May 11, 2023 Izzy Latimer

In our blog, we we have gathered an array of Eurovision printables to help get your party started! 

Celebrate King Charles III Coronation in Style

Celebrate King Charles III Coronation in Style

May 05, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

Making a crown can be fun and easy DIY project that is perfect for dress up, cosplay, or just for fun. In this blog post, we will take a look at how to make your own, regal looking crown using simple materials and easy to follow steps.

What Green is Green?

What Green is Green?

Apr 19, 2023 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.

Artist Interview: Donna Flowers-Dorning

Artist Interview: Donna Flowers-Dorning

Apr 12, 2023 Izzy Latimer

Donna Flowers-Dorning is an artist and shop owner based in Cumbria. Her work focus' on the collective imagination of places and memory to create nostalgic contemporary art work. She has exhibited in CLK Galley in Lymm and the Heart Gallery in Hebden Bridge.

Sketchbooks Part 2 - What Sketchbook should I buy?

Sketchbooks Part 2 - What Sketchbook should I buy?

Mar 29, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

In this blog we will help you choose the right Sketchbook for your style, medium and purpose. Many artists rely on their sketchbooks for capturing the many facets of their creative process and for developing their creativity.

Famous Sketchbooks

Famous Sketchbooks

Mar 22, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

Sketchbooks are one of the most important tools in an artist's tool kit! In this first blog we will look at famous sketchbooks and what they were used for. 

Famous and Influential Women Artists throughout History

Famous and Influential Women Artists throughout History

Mar 15, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

As we celebrate International Women's day, Mothers Day, and Women's History month we wanted to acknowledge some exceptional and extraordinary women artists through their revolutionary work.  

Artist Interview: Ivna Lins

Artist Interview: Ivna Lins

Mar 08, 2023 Izzy Latimer

Ivna Lin is an Illustrator and Graphic Designer who embodies cute and colour throughout her practice! She mixes both the traditional and digital world within her art practice and home art studio. We had the pleasure of asking a few questions, delving into the world of cute, Copic Markers and Procreate!

What are Copic Ciao Markers?

What are Copic Ciao Markers?

Feb 22, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

Professional quality Copic Ciao markers are a high quality, alcohol-based, ink marker pen made by the Too Corporation group in Japan. They are incredibly versatile and are used as a colouring and sketch tool within many fields of the creative industries.

Monotype and Monoprint Art Printing.

Monotype and Monoprint Art Printing.

Feb 14, 2023 Ellie Jakeman

There are many mono printing techniques artists use, most of them are very easy to replicate. We shall cover these techniques in this article and provide you with all the information you need to purchase the right tools and substrates to print onto.

Artist Interview: Alan Fernihough

Artist Interview: Alan Fernihough

Feb 02, 2023 Izzy Latimer

Alan Fernihough is an artist and art teacher. He decided to enter Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year and was chosen as a wild card entry. We had a pleasure of asking him a few questions about his experience.

Artist Interview: Ohn Mar Win

Artist Interview: Ohn Mar Win

Jan 18, 2023 Izzy Latimer

Ohn Mar Win is an illustrator, designer, teacher and author based in Hertforshire, England. Ohn Mar has worked for the likes of: UNICEF, John Lewis, Next and BBC Worldwide. She specialises in watercolour creating and teaching, with over 80,000 students on the Skillshare platform. We had the pleasure of asking a few questions, delving into the world of watercolour!