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All the latest goings-on in the world of art as well as 'how to' articles written by our in-house artists, artist and customer interviews and much more.
Perhaps the most important factor when it comes to picking a watercolour paper is deciding on which surface you want or need to use, as each will give your work a different look and finish.
Using watercolour glazing techniques from episode 5 of Watercolour Wednesday, Ellie guides you through some festive creating to make your own Christmas cards using techniques shown in our previous episode.
A Uni Posca Pen is basically an odourless, water-based pigment paint marker for most surfaces. It is very popular amongst artists, designers, calligraphers, illustrators and creative hobbyists. It is used by amateurs and professionals on all types of materials, hence its versatility and compatibility to use with other mediums.
EVENTS & FEATURES We take a look at two very different projects that show how art is used to shine a spotlight and gain valuable support for charities within our own communities.
As a teacher it is vitally important to always have the right equipment to hand to assist with the ever evolving process of teaching the next generation.
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.
Our final episode of 2020 brings together all the techniques showcased over the last 7 episodes along with new techniques, to conclude with a final piece.
Our episode shows you how to create texture using non-specialist supplies such as sponges, rock salt and clingfilm.
Our In-House artist Ellie Jakeman takes you through resist techniques using both tea-light and taper candles plus masking techniques with our own ARTdiscount masking fluid and masking tape.
We explore Glazing, an important technique for all watercolour artists, especially when using a limited colour palette.
Ellie Jakeman, guides you through how to use your new flat and fan brushes with mark-making, textures and patterns...
This episode, Ellie Jakeman, guides you through how to use your new brushes with mark-making, textures and patterns...
Welcome to our first episode for Watercolour Wednesdays! We are joined by artist Ellie Jakeman who has extensive experience using watercolour both as an artist and an art teacher, designing courses for large classes and small groups.
Create a colour chart with your new watercolour pan set or tubes
All 36 colours and 3 mediums of System 3 acrylic paints can now be used for Block Printing! What’s not to love about these highly versatile paints!
We recently met Alex Fleming, a Wildlife, pet & equine artist. Alex creates incredible realism using pencils and pastel and became a finalist for SAA Artist of the Year 2021.
