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A Beginner's Guide to Paintbrushes

There are many different types of paint brushes on the market today, and as a beginner it's not surprising that we get very confused and overwhelmed! We are here to guide and support your creative journey, to discuss the different characteristics and properties of each paint brush.

Artist Interview: Katie Moody

Katie Moody is a mixed media artist based in the south of England who's main aim is to encourage more people to pick up their sketchbooks and discover their creative joy! Through mediums such as pastels, gouache and watercolour, Katie uses her sketchbook to capture life from reference or in location. Katie encourages the playful and experimental side to sketchbooking, which has led her to publishing her own book 'sketchbook Joy'!

What mediums can I use on black paper?

Have you ever wondered what medium you could use on black paper? Do you have an array of unused fluorescent markers, neon, coloured pencils, metallic paints, or pastels just bursting to be used? 

Galeria Acrylic Paints From Miniature to Mural

Accessible for All Creatives Winsor & Newton designed Galeria to be an inclusive range—offering professional quality pigments and performance at a student price point. This makes it a perfect choice for schools, colleges, community art projects, and emerging artists who need reliable, high-quality paints without stretching their budget. Galeria Acrylics are also low odour and water-soluble, making them an excellent option for indoor use, classroom settings, or home studios.

EPISODE 8 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Creating a landscape in Watercolour'

  Our final episode brings together all the techniques showcased over the last 7 episodes along with new techniques, to conclude with a final piece.

EPISODE 7 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Creating Watercolour Textures'

Our episode shows you how to create texture using non-specialist supplies such as sponges, rock salt and clingfilm.

EPISODE 6 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Masking and Resist Techniques'

Our In-House artist Ellie Jakeman takes you through resist techniques using some traditional and unconventional methods such as tea-lights and taper candles, plus masking techniques with masking fluid and masking tape.

EPISODE 5 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Glazing techniques'

We explore Glazing, an important technique for all watercolour artists, especially when using a limited colour palette.

EPISODE 4 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Flat & Fan Brush Techniques'

  Throughout this episode, we emphasize hands-on practice and experimentation. We encourage you to embrace the unexpected, to play with pressure and angle, and to discover the endless array of creative expressions that your flat and fan brushes can offer. By the end of this session, you will not only possess a deeper understanding of these fundamental brushes but also a renewed confidence in your ability to infuse your artwork with rich textures, compelling patterns, and expressive marks.

EPISODE 3 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Round Brush techniques'

Welcome to Episode 3. This episode will guide you through the utilization of your round brushes for various applications including mark-making, textures, and patterns. The market presents a broad selection of watercolour brushes, distinguished by shape, size, bristle composition (natural or synthetic), and cost. As a novice, you may wish to limit your initial investment while assessing your interest in watercolour painting.

EPISODE 2 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Creating a Colour Chart'

  Craft a colour chart for your watercolour sets; it's an invaluable painting tool. This chart acts as a ready reference, a catalogue of colours at your fingertips, especially since some hues alter their appearance, becoming lighter or darker, as they dry.  

EPISODE 1 - WATERCOLOUR for Beginners - 'Creating a dilution chart'

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Watercolour Wednesdays! We will guide you through the fundamental techniques of watercolour, step by step. All techniques are straightforward and attainable. These techniques will foster the development of your unique watercolour expression and cultivate confidence in your artistic endeavours.  

How to Stretch Watercolour Paper : A Beginner's Guide:

Stretching watercolour paper is a technique used to prevent your paper warping or cockling. Unstretched paper that is less than 200lb or 425gsm may move and create hills and valleys while you are working on it especially if you use a lot of wet-on-wet or wash techniques, resulting in your pigments pooling in one place.

What are Brusho Crystal Colours?

 Brusho watercolour powders are very easy to use and are very popular with crafters for scrapbooking, journaling, watercolour painters, illustrators, card makers, designers, and any creative extrovert who loves rich vibrant colours that sing off the paper.

Liquid Brilliance: Unleashing Creativity with Liquitex Acrylic Inks

At ARTdiscount, we know that artists thrive when their tools unlock fresh creative possibilities — and Liquitex Inks do exactly that. These professional, water-based acrylic inks are packed with artist-quality pigments, giving you a vibrant, fluid medium that is as versatile as it is easy to use.