From a trained master artist to a self-taught novice, art is something we cannot live without. Pablo Picasso said it best, “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” The creative expression of paint on canvas is a satisfying pursuit, no matter your style, medium of preference or level of expertise. And...
For a long time, acrylic paints were viewed as the ‘poorer relative’ of oils and watercolours. But its popularity among contemporary artists has grown in leaps and bounds and acrylic paint stands on its own merits in any art supplies discussion as a legitimate and stunning medium for artists of all levels. Compared to its...
There is definitely something romantic about the ancient art and historical nostalgia of calligraphy. To simply define it as ‘beautiful writing’ is apt as it comes from two Greek words: ‘kallos’ which means ‘beauty’ and ‘graphein’ which means ‘to write.’ The personalised and tactile experience of creating expressive, rhythmic brushstrokes and beautiful lettering with artistic...
Scouring art supplies online is an inspirational exercise, and a set of art pastels – with its gorgeous colour offering – is likely to motivate you to get out your art paper and start experimenting. Fun factor aside, many artists love using pastels as they are a predictable medium; what you see is what you...
If you are a creative who loves scrolling through Instagram posts of watercolour artists whose beautiful botanicals and softly detailed illustrations inspire you and fill your Pinterest board, then today is the day to shop watercolours online and start your own visually expressive journey. It’s really not hard to fall under the spell of watercolours...
Of all the arts and crafts supplies online and in-store, fabric paint and fabric markers not only provide hours of fun but are an easy upcycling solution to customize your wardrobe and update your home’s soft furnishings. Fabric painting offers you endless possibilities to create bespoke tablescaping ideas, decorative soft furnishings and wearable art. From...
You’ve watched the art tutorials, signed up for the free webinars, created a Pinterest board and inspirational art ads are conveniently popping up on your FB and IG feeds. You cannot wait to get started. But then you go online for beginner art supplies and quickly feel deflated as you are not sure what you...
No matter what age you are, the holiday season spirit includes homemade Christmas crafts and decorations. These personalised items – hung on the tree, added to gifts or placed in Christmas stockings – are the source of childhood smiles and grown-up memories. So check your arts and crafts supplies stash to make sure you are...