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03 Apr 2023
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Mont Marte
Making a splash with watercolour artist Stacey Bigg
A while back, she reconnected with her creativity while on maternity leave. With her little one asleep, she started sharing her work. Now Stacey Bigg (@kalaii_creations), has had her work featured in everything from fashion to a Children’s book and even on...
23 Mar 2023
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Mont Marte
From tech IT to artist: Adeline Shatsala
Meet multi-disciplinary artist, Adeline Shatsala! (@adelshat_ideas) In search of a more creative path, Adeline left her job in IT to forge a path as an artist. Swapping programs for paints, this Malaysian-based artist is entirely self-taught, often exploring earthy landscape concepts within...
03 Mar 2023
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Mont Marte
Expressing expressions with Jason Langa
Emotions, we all have them. And they’re the main source of inspiration for portrait artist and printmaker, Jason Langa (@_jlgallery). His work takes the realistic portrait to a new level with bright, bold colours. Capturing moments of fleeting joy, sadness and deep...
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25 easy Easter craft ideas
From Easter baskets and vases to polymer clay Easter egg earrings, we’ve got plenty of projects and ideas to keep you busy during the...
25 easy Easter craft ideas
From Easter baskets and vases to polymer clay Easter egg earrings, we’ve got plenty of projects and ideas to keep you busy during the...
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Guide to the types of painting knives
With so many different types of painting knives out there, it’s hard to know what’s what. So, in this guide, we’re making things a...
Guide to the types of painting knives
With so many different types of painting knives out there, it’s hard to know what’s what. So, in this guide, we’re making things a...
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15 most commonly asked varnish questions
We often get varnish questions sent through to us; from is varnish waterproof to can I paint over varnished wood? So, we’ve rounded up...
15 most commonly asked varnish questions
We often get varnish questions sent through to us; from is varnish waterproof to can I paint over varnished wood? So, we’ve rounded up...
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16 palette knife techniques
Palette knives are often found by the dozen in artists’ studios and there’s a pretty good reason why. Use them on their own to...
16 palette knife techniques
Palette knives are often found by the dozen in artists’ studios and there’s a pretty good reason why. Use them on their own to...
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21 nature water colour paintings
Whether you’re creatively blocked or just looking for something to add some magic to your artworks, here are 21 nature water colour paintings to...
21 nature water colour paintings
Whether you’re creatively blocked or just looking for something to add some magic to your artworks, here are 21 nature water colour paintings to...
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Guide to craft and artist palettes
It can be confusing when it comes to choosing a craft or an artist palette. From the surface size to the types of paint...
Guide to craft and artist palettes
It can be confusing when it comes to choosing a craft or an artist palette. From the surface size to the types of paint...
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10 tips for how to dispose of acrylic paint thoughtfully
Though it can be hard at times, it’s never too late to start protecting our environment. But how can we care and create at...
10 tips for how to dispose of acrylic paint thoughtfully
Though it can be hard at times, it’s never too late to start protecting our environment. But how can we care and create at...
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14 breakfast drawings to inspire you
They say it’s the most important meal of the day, so why not use breakfast as a way to get inspired too?! We’re serving...
14 breakfast drawings to inspire you
They say it’s the most important meal of the day, so why not use breakfast as a way to get inspired too?! We’re serving...
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25 easy Easter craft ideas
From Easter baskets and vases to polymer clay Easter egg earrings, we’ve...
25 easy Easter craft ideas
From Easter baskets and vases to polymer clay Easter egg earrings, we’ve...
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Guide to the types of painting knives
With so many different types of painting knives out there, it’s hard...
Guide to the types of painting knives
With so many different types of painting knives out there, it’s hard...
Read more
15 most commonly asked varnish questions
We often get varnish questions sent through to us; from is varnish...
15 most commonly asked varnish questions
We often get varnish questions sent through to us; from is varnish...
Read more
16 palette knife techniques
Palette knives are often found by the dozen in artists’ studios and...
16 palette knife techniques
Palette knives are often found by the dozen in artists’ studios and...
Read more
21 nature water colour paintings
Whether you’re creatively blocked or just looking for something to add some...
21 nature water colour paintings
Whether you’re creatively blocked or just looking for something to add some...
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Guide to craft and artist palettes
It can be confusing when it comes to choosing a craft or...
Guide to craft and artist palettes
It can be confusing when it comes to choosing a craft or...
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How to: clean oil paint brushes
It’s no secret that oil paint can be tricky to remove from paint brushes. But cleaning your oil paint brushes doesn’t have to be...
How to create a galaxy drawing with oil pastels
In this tutorial, we’ll step you through how to create a galaxy drawing with oil pastels! This is a great activity if you’re picking...
Gold leaf techniques
Strike gold next time you’re working on a creative project as we step you through these gold leaf techniques or gilding techniques. From applying...
12 acrylic paint texture ideas
Texture is a great way to add interest to your artworks and there’s a lot you can experiment with too. So, we’ve found 12...
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How to paint cherry blossoms using watercolour
In this project, we’re showing you how to paint this beautiful cherry blossom branch with watercolour. If you’re looking for an excuse to crack...
How to paint cherry blossoms using watercolour
In this project, we’re showing you how to paint this beautiful cherry blossom branch with watercolour. If you’re looking for an excuse to crack...
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Pencil grades explained
Have you looked at those numbers and letters on your pencils and wondered what they mean? We’re here to demystify it for you, and...
Pencil grades explained
Have you looked at those numbers and letters on your pencils and wondered what they mean? We’re here to demystify it for you, and...
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How to use fabric paint and more fabric paint questions answered
Fabric paints are fun to use and a great way to add some creativity to your clothes or homewares. But don’t let them scare...
How to use fabric paint and more fabric paint questions answered
Fabric paints are fun to use and a great way to add some creativity to your clothes or homewares. But don’t let them scare...
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DIY galaxy shoes
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10 modelling paste tips
If you want to create texture or 3D effects in your artworks, modelling paste is a great place to start. We love using this...
10 modelling paste tips
If you want to create texture or 3D effects in your artworks, modelling paste is a great place to start. We love using this...
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Drawing Ink Set Signature 16pc Product Demo
Dip into a world of colour and possibility with our Drawing Ink Set 16pc. Inside you’ll find 12 vibrant inks, an ink well, a...
Drawing Ink Set Signature 16pc Product Demo
Dip into a world of colour and possibility with our Drawing Ink Set 16pc. Inside you’ll find 12 vibrant inks, an ink well, a...
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How to paint cherry blossoms using watercolour
In this project, we’re showing you how to paint this beautiful cherry...
How to paint cherry blossoms using watercolour
In this project, we’re showing you how to paint this beautiful cherry...
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Pencil grades explained
Have you looked at those numbers and letters on your pencils and...
Pencil grades explained
Have you looked at those numbers and letters on your pencils and...
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How to use fabric paint and more fabric paint questions answered
Fabric paints are fun to use and a great way to add...
How to use fabric paint and more fabric paint questions answered
Fabric paints are fun to use and a great way to add...
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Kylie Callaghan
"I am a jump in and learn as I go type of artist. I’ve always been a hands-on type of learner and when I create, I...
Kylie Callaghan
"I am a jump in and learn as I go type of artist. I’ve always been a hands-on type of learner and when I create, I...
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Suchi Vasuki
"I would tell my younger self to make time to include art in my everyday life! It has an incredible way of creating a...
Suchi Vasuki
"I would tell my younger self to make time to include art in my everyday life! It has an incredible way of creating a...
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Quinal Malara
"Whether it's the vibrant colours of flowers or the ever-changing hues of the sky, nature's design is an eternal muse that encourages me to...
Quinal Malara
"Whether it's the vibrant colours of flowers or the ever-changing hues of the sky, nature's design is an eternal muse that encourages me to...
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Kiara Maharaj
"I love to spend an hour or two in the night with a candle, like a misunderstood 19th-century writer and just write down ideas...
Kiara Maharaj
"I love to spend an hour or two in the night with a candle, like a misunderstood 19th-century writer and just write down ideas...
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Emma Darrouzet
"I never have a 'finished product' in mind before I start, I just know when the piece is done and I finish. The best...
Emma Darrouzet
"I never have a 'finished product' in mind before I start, I just know when the piece is done and I finish. The best...
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Amy Compton
"I paint intuitively, so I never know how it’s going to look until I start painting. My paintings usually take shape over a series...
Amy Compton
"I paint intuitively, so I never know how it’s going to look until I start painting. My paintings usually take shape over a series...
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Jenna Hutchison
"Focus on the process, not the outcome. Don’t have any expectations and don’t give up - you will never get any better at something...
Jenna Hutchison
"Focus on the process, not the outcome. Don’t have any expectations and don’t give up - you will never get any better at something...
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Kerry Daley
"I may have been born with a pencil and a sketchbook in my hands, as I have been drawing and painting for as long...
Kerry Daley
"I may have been born with a pencil and a sketchbook in my hands, as I have been drawing and painting for as long...
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Claire Monique Taylor
@byclairemonique “Art really helped remind me who I am and what I am still capable of. It has been the most valuable and healing...
Claire Monique Taylor
@byclairemonique “Art really helped remind me who I am and what I am still capable of. It has been the most valuable and healing...
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Bridget Bradley
@bridgetbradleyart “My early works were actually nature and cityscapes, but I found it too constraining staying in between the lines. That’s when I gave...
Bridget Bradley
@bridgetbradleyart “My early works were actually nature and cityscapes, but I found it too constraining staying in between the lines. That’s when I gave...
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