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$15.80Koh-I-Noor Pencil Extender Out of Stock⊕ More like this 0 0When your pencil becomes too small to hold, this pencil lengthener solves the problem. It has a nickel-plated ferrule with sliding ring for holding pencils securely. Can be used for round or hexagonal pencils. Red barrel.
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$16.60General's Pencil ExtenderBuy from Store ⊕ More like this 0 0This fine quality tool from General Pencil Company can be used to extend the life of many types of pencils. Ideal for holding fine artist pencils that are too short and stubby to hold otherwise.
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Alla Prima Painting by Jim AucklandVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0The Alla Prima Painting Group meets most Saturdays in our shop studio, and paints a clothed model for four hours. Everyone welcome. Please see our classes page for more details.
Portrait painted with Gamblin Artist's Oils
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Working with Wax-based Colored PencilsNot all coloured pencils are alike but there's nothing wrong with combining several types and brands. Oil-based pencils are hard, making them suitable for fine detail. Pencils like Colorsoft and Prismacolor Pencils are wax-based, making them softer and easily blended. Colorsoft and Prismacolor also ...Visit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0 -
4-Color Limited PaletteVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0Limiting your palette can be useful for learning about tonal values, contrast and temperature.
This painting was made using Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Titanium White and Ivory Black.
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Color 101Visit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0Learning the essentials of good painting does not have to be expensive. All good paintings have three things in common and in order of importance and they are, 1) good composition, 2) good contrast and 3) good colour.
This Alla Prima painting was painted using the 3 primaries, plus black & white.
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Make Your Own Graphite Transfer SheetVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0How to make a transfer sheet that can be used over and over again.
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The Truth About BrushesVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0What to look for when purchasing a brush for oils or acrylics.
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On the Go with PITT Artist PensVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0Chicago artist, Don Colley, draws on the go with Faber-Castell Pitt Artist Pens.
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Faber-Castell Polychromos Pencil Video DemoVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0Botanical Artist, Wendy Hollander, gives a demonstration using Faber-Castell Polychromo Pencils.
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Le Stig Product-Test-Drives & ReviewsVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0There is so much misinformation and half-truths out there, it can be pretty confusing for the artist. Since the majority of art supply stores in New Zealand own product agencies (which we do not), we've decided to commission a 'tester' who will test products and give unbiased opinions and results.
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Watercolour Brush GuideVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0Purchasing the correct brush will not only save you from frustration, but also save you money. Invest in the best watercolor brush that you can afford. Choose brushes that are specifically made for watercolor painting and never use your watercolour brushes for anything other than watercolour.
If you take care of your watercolour brushes, they can last you a lifetime.
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Solvent-Free Painting on Book BoardVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0Book Board is an inexpensive, acid-free, archival board that can be used as a substrate for painting or drawing or any mixed-media project.
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Dry Brushing with Artists' AcrylicsVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0This technique uses a dark field and Artists' Acrylics are dry-brushed over the top.
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How to Create a Paper Painting PanelVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0This 13 step tutorial shows you how to create a paper painting panel.
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$8.70 - $31.80PanPastel Sofft ApplicatorsCreated for PanPastel applications and techniques, these applicators are reusable. Load the sponges with color and gently apply to the surface, varying pressure to change the effect. Use the edges for lines and details. Easy to clean for reuse.Visit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0 -
$16.80 - $18.95PanPastelsPanPastel Colors are genuine artists’ quality pastels, uniquely packed in a pan format; available in a range of 80 colors.PanPastel Colors were developed so that artists can easily lift, apply and control pastel color, just like true painting! The pan format holds the color like paint for easy app...Visit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0 -
$11.40Paper Stumps & Tortillons Assorted Pack Out of StockDouble-ended, pointed and made from soft, gray paper felt, stumps are excellent for blending and smoothing pastels, charcoal, graphite or any other dry media. More abrasive than stumps, the tortillons are excellent for rapid, thin blending on pencil, charcoal or pastel drawings. They are comprised o...⊕ More like this 0 0 -
$35.10Drawing BoardsVisit Store ⊕ More like this 0 0These portable, multifunctional tote boards are great for both indoor or outdoor sketching and painting. They feature sturdy, low-profile Grip Clips, an easy-carry cutout handle and a heavy-duty rubber band to keep pad or paper in position. Made of untempered MDF.