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Artists, Brands, Colour Mixing, Featured Artists, Materials, Oil, Oil Painting Tutorials, Paint, Tips & Techniques, Tutorials, Winsor & Newton

The Joy Of Colour Mixing In Oils

Derek Powell-Jones is an internationally acclaimed artist who has been painting in oils for over 60 years. His art hangs in private collections in the

October 5, 2022May 6, 2025 by Derek Powell-Jones4 Min Reading

Brands, Rosa, Watercolour

Introducing Rosa Gallery Ukrainian Watercolours

Rosa Gallery watercolours are designed and produced in Ukraine. A range of 60 beautifully vibrant colours made with finely ground artist’ pigments and organic gum

September 5, 2022July 18, 2024 by Liz Griffiths5 Min Reading

Brands, Brushes, Da Vinci, Materials

Introducing Da Vinci’s Colineo Synthetic Watercolour Brushes

I love watercolour brushes and so I was very excited to try out Da Vinci’s new synthetic, vegan watercolour brushes. Many brush manufacturers have invested

September 1, 2022July 18, 2024 by Liz Griffiths4 Min Reading

Caran d'Ache, Derwent, Faber-Castell, Pencils, Tips & Techniques, Winsor & Newton

How to Choose the Right Watercolour Pencil

Join us as we take a detailed look at our broad range of watercolour pencils and find out which is the best for you.

August 26, 2022July 31, 2023 by Tanith Hindley12 Min Reading

Watercolour

Last Chance to Buy White Nights Watercolour Paints

Grab our last remaining stock of White Nights Watercolour Paints and help those affected by the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis with your purchase.

August 22, 2022July 18, 2024 by Tanith Hindley3 Min Reading

Pastels, Tips & Techniques

How To Use Soft Pastels

I am a full time multi-media artist living in the North West of England. I am sharing with you my approach to pastel painting and

August 16, 2022December 20, 2023 by Malcolm Taylor4 Min Reading

Caran d'Ache, Derwent, Faber-Castell, Pencils, Royal Talens, Tips & Techniques, Winsor & Newton

How to Choose the Right Colouring Pencil

Join us as we take a detailed look at our broad range of colouring pencils and find out which is the best for you.

August 12, 2022July 9, 2024 by Tanith Hindley17 Min Reading

Derwent, Pencils

Introducing NEW Derwent Chromaflow Coloured Pencils

Get to know the latest addition to Derwent’s colour pencil range – Chromaflow. A soft textured pencil great for beginners.

August 7, 2022August 1, 2023 by Tanith Hindley6 Min Reading

Daniel Smith, Tips & Techniques, Tutorials, Watercolour Tutorials, Winsor & Newton

Elephant Watercolour Tutorial

There is something about elephants that make a great subject. Aside from what wonderful animals they are, for me it is all of those wonderful

August 4, 2022May 31, 2024 by Tom Shepherd12 Min Reading

Artists, Featured Artists, Tips & Techniques, Tutorials, Watercolour, Watercolour Tutorials

Paint Your Own Watercolour Nest Egg

Eggs are miracles of engineering – strong enough to withstand the adult bird sitting on them, yet weak enough for the tiny chick to make

July 28, 2022December 7, 2023 by Liz Chaderton6 Min Reading

Acrylic, Gel Press, Paint, Printmaking, Tutorials

Create Your Own Cyanotype Print

Sir John Herschel first developed the cyanotype print over 170 years ago. His process uses UV light-sensitive photographic paper which turns blue when exposed to

July 21, 2022September 13, 2023 by Liz Griffiths3 Min Reading

Tutorials

A Moorland Landscape Ink & Pastel Tutorial

In this second article artist Gerry Halpin talks about how his local surroundings inspired a change in media for his recent series of Moorland paintings.

July 13, 2022December 7, 2023 by Gerry Halpin8 Min Reading

Bromleys Art Supplies

Unlocking the Potential of French Ultramarine

Spring Blossom Watercolour Tutorial

Daniel Smith Watercolours Launch 6 New Shades

8 Tips To Beat The Creative Block

Exploring the Versatility of Daniel Smith Watercolour Sticks