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Medium Gloss - 237ml

Liquitex

$24.99

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All purpose glossy medium designed to enhance the intensity and depth of acrylic colours; increase transparency and gloss; ease flow of paint and add flexibility and adhesion of paint film.
-All purpose Liquitex medium, formulated to be mixed into all Liquitex acrylic paints and mediums
-Translucent when wet, transparent when dry
-Dries to a non-tacky, hard, flexible surface that is resistant to dirt retention
-Will not crack as surface expands and contracts during temperature and humidity changes
-Applicable for any surface (flexible and inflexible), including canvas, paper, wood, Plexiglas, and more.
-Not for use over oil paint.

Application ideas:

As an Extender:
-Mix with Liquitex Soft Body Artist Colours to extend volume and increase transparency, while maintaining paint viscosity.
-Mix with Liquitex Heavy Body Artist Colours to extend volume and increase transparency, while decreasing paint viscosity.

As a Fixative:
-Use as a fixative over artwork (acrylic paint, pastel, graphite, chalk, etc.) to increase gloss or shine. Mix 1 part Gloss Medium & Varnish to 1 part distilled water. Apply with an atomizer or airbush.

As a Binder / Adhesive:
-Powdered pigments or aggregates may be mixed into Liquitex Gloss Medium & Varnish, however they must be compatible with acrylics. This can be a cost effective way to make student grade soft body gloss paint.
-The archival properties of Liquitex Gloss Medium & Varnish make it ideal as a glue for collage materiels.

As a Ground:
-Use as a transparent ground for acrylic paint instead of gesso to allow substrate to be seen. To prevent substrate induced discoloration, wash cotton or linen canvas before use.

Studio and brush cleaner - 120ml

Demco Encouleurs Inc.

$7.99

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Demco shop and paintbrush cleaner is a non toxic cleaner, efficient and ecological. It dissolves colouring matter having adhered or even dried on tools.

Practical information:

Does not contain any abrasive ingredients.

Can be lengthened with water.

Inflammable.

Without any phosphate agents.

Wood panel round - 18"

Apollon-Gotrick

$64.99

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Apollon birchwood panels are handcrafted to be strong yet surprisingly lightweight, and their unprimed raw birch surface can be prepared to accept virtually any artistic medium including oils, acrylics, encaustics and mixed media collage. A durable alternative to the traditional canvas! Made in Canada.

Set of 5 Brushes Zen #532

Royal-Langnickel

$19.99

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This set of 5 of long handled paintbrushes have synthetic bristles that are longer lasting and cooperate better than natural bristle across a broad range of mediums. The ZEN series is a perfect brush for painters switching from oils to acrylic or water mixable oil. These series 53 paintbrushes are suitable for working with oils and acrylics.

Includes:

Round #1

Fan #2

Flat #12

Angle #6

Filbert #6

Care:

Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span.

Oil: dip the paintbrush in a solvent such as taltine. Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Acrylic: clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Watercolour: Dip the paintbrush in water and rinse with warm water.

Practical information: Never let dry before cleaning.

Using a hydrating paintbrush cleaner after using taltine or soap prevents bristles from drying and keeps the supple shape of the paintbrush.

Pouring Medium Gloss - 237ml

Liquitex

$24.99

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Liquitex Pouring Medium can be used in combination with soft body acrylic colours to create seamless surfaces and puddles of colour. Liquitex Pouring Medium is formulated to create a smooth, seamless, and strong body of paint when poured or dripped onto a surface. Suspend colours in Liquitex Pouring Medium for sculptural effects and surface treatments. This medium is permanent, non-yellowing and waterproof once dry. Added to fluid acrylic colours, it promotes drying and allows for a homogenous smooth coloured film. Specifications: anti-cracking and anti-bubbles, high-gloss, wet look when dry, keeps colours opaque, flexible, non-yellowing and water-resistant when dry, do not mix with oil paints

Brush Short Handle/Synthetic Bristles Flat - 3/4"

F.M. Brush Co Inc.

$12.99

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This DeSerres long-handled synthetic brush is perfect for painting on an easel with acrylics or oils. Durable and resistant to solvents and vigorous brushwork, the different brush shapes meet the needs of artists and allow for a wide range of techniques. DeSerres brushes offer excellent value for money. Care Instructions: Proper brush care is essential for their performance and longevity. Watercolor: dip the brush in water and rinse with lukewarm water. Oil: dip the brush in a solvent such as turpentine, then clean with soapy water and rinse with lukewarm water. Acrylic: clean with soapy water and rinse with lukewarm water. Practical Information: Never allow the brush to dry before cleaning.

Flow-Aid Fluidifier - 118ml

Liquitex

$16.99

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Liquitex flow aid improves the fluidity of acrylics, water colours or gouaches. It increases the absorbent power and the mixing of paints and limits brushstroke marks.

Opaque when wet and translucent when dry. Liquitex flow aid does not oxidize.

Directions:

Liquitex flow-aid is a concentrate. Dilute with water before mixing into paint. Distilled water is best, since quality of tap water varies. (Normal dilution : 1 part Liquitex flow aid to 20 parts distilled water)

Use :

Mixed with acrylic paints : for wash painting, glaze, tint and other water colour techniques.

Important information :

Do not use undiluted.

Do not add more than 25% to the paint.

For an optimal result, use with fluid acrylic paints.

Do not mix with oil.

Brush Short Handle/Synthetic Bristles Flat - 1 "

F.M. Brush Co Inc.

$14.99

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This DeSerres long-handled synthetic brush is perfect for painting on an easel with acrylics or oils. Durable and resistant to solvents and vigorous brushwork, the different brush shapes meet the needs of artists and allow for a wide range of techniques. DeSerres brushes offer excellent value for money. Care Instructions: Proper brush care is essential for their performance and longevity. Watercolor: dip the brush in water and rinse with lukewarm water. Oil: dip the brush in a solvent such as turpentine, then clean with soapy water and rinse with lukewarm water. Acrylic: clean with soapy water and rinse with lukewarm water. Practical Information: Never allow the brush to dry before cleaning.

Zen Brush Short Handle Angle S73 Shader 1"

Royal Langnickel

$5.99

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This range of short handled paintbrushes offers a high quality for an excellent value whether you prefer to paint with oils, acrylic or watercolour. The angled brush is ideal for curved strokes, corners and covering large areas.

Care:

Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span.

Oil: dip the paintbrush in a solvent such as taltine. Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Acrylic: clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Practical information: Never let dry before cleaning.

Using a hydrating paintbrush cleaner after using taltine or soap prevents bristles from drying and keeps the supple shape of the paintbrush.

Set of 12 Basics Acrylic - 118ml

Liquitex

$109.99

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This set includes twelve 118 ml (4 oz) bottles of Basics Acrylic Fluid paint in assorted colours: Primary Yellow, Primary Red, Primary Blue, Phthalocyanine Green, Green Light Permanent, Cadmium Orange Hue, Alizarin Crimson Permanent Hue, Dioxazine Purple, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Mars Black, Titanium White.

The everyday acrylic ! Liquitex Basics Acrylic Fluid offers a fluid, flowing consistency straight from the bottle. The palette of 48 vibrant satin colours is made with the same high-quality, fine art pigments as Liquitex Basics Acrylic Colour. Ultra versatility with superb application—all with a permanent, water-resistant finish when dry. Suitable for numerous surfaces and a variety of techniques: fine detail, pouring, splattering and stippling, sketching and underpainting, colour theory/mixing, collage and mixed media.

Characteristics:

fluid viscosity
fine art pigments
highly versatile
no dilution needed
easy blending
satin sheen

*Separation is normal, shake well before use.

Flexible Modeling Paste - 473ml

Liquitex

$39.99

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An acrylic and marble putty to build textures on semi-flexible supports and create 3D shapes. It dries to a very hard yet flexible opaque, white, matte finish, on supports that may be subject to some movement. Can be used on its own, mixed with colour or painted once dry.

Pouring Medium Gloss - 1.39L

Liquitex

$54.99

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Liquitex Pouring Medium can be used in combination with soft body acrylic colours to create seamless surfaces and puddles of colour. Liquitex Pouring Medium is formulated to create a smooth, seamless, and strong body of paint when poured or dripped onto a surface. Suspend colours in Liquitex Pouring Medium for sculptural effects and surface treatments. This medium is permanent, non-yellowing and waterproof once dry. Added to fluid acrylic colours, it promotes drying and allows for a homogenous smooth coloured film. Specifications: anti-cracking and anti-bubbles, high-gloss, wet look when dry, keeps colours opaque, flexible, non-yellowing and water-resistant when dry, do not mix with oil paints

Acrylic explorer set (14)

Golden

$54.99

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Explore acrylics even further with a self-guided workshop experience in a box. This A-Z Acrylic Starter Set includes 14 products:
- 3 x 1 oz tubes of Golden Heavy Body Acrylic (Hansa Yellow Medium, Quinacridone Magenta and Titanium White)
- 2 x 1 oz tubes of Golden Open Acrylic (Alizarin Crimson Hue and Phthalo Blue GS)
- 3 x 0.5 oz bottles of Golden Fluid Acrylic (Quinacridone/Nickel Azo Gold, Iridescent Bright Gold Fine and Teal)
- 2 x 0.5 oz bottles of Golden High Flow Acrylic (Indigo (Anthraquinone) and Fluorescent Pink)
- 1 x 2 oz Clear Tar Gel
- 1 x 2 oz Heavy Gel (Matte)
- 1 x 2 oz Light Molding Paste
- 1 x 2 oz Polymer Medium (Gloss).
An instruction guide is also included. This set is an effective way to establish a basic palette, mixing a full range of hues, tints and shades.

Pouring Medium Gloss - 946ml

Liquitex

$149.99

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Liquitex Pouring Medium can be used in combination with soft body acrylic colours to create seamless surfaces and puddles of colour. Liquitex Pouring Medium is formulated to create a smooth, seamless, and strong body of paint when poured or dripped onto a surface. Suspend colours in Liquitex Pouring Medium for sculptural effects and surface treatments. This medium is permanent, non-yellowing and waterproof once dry. Added to fluid acrylic colours, it promotes drying and allows for a homogenous smooth coloured film. Specifications: anti-cracking and anti-bubbles, high-gloss, wet look when dry, keeps colours opaque, flexible, non-yellowing and water-resistant when dry, do not mix with oil paints

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Epoxy Resin - 32 OUNCE

Artresin

$69.99

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There are so many things you can do with epoxy resin: it can be used to coat and protect artwork, photos or furniture, to make jewellery or sculptures...the sky’s the limit! Simply mix the two components in equal parts, carefully spread on the surface to be coated and let cure to obtain a beautiful high-gloss piece that will be protected from moisture and scratching.

Includes two bottles: 1 resin and 1 hardener

Non-toxic, zero VOC

Set of 10 One4all Markers Basics No. 1

Molotow

$69.99

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This 10-piece set of Molotow One4All refillable markers comes in a transparent resealable box and features 10 x 227HS markers (4 mm fine tip) in assorted colours. The colours included in this set are: zinc yellow (006), dare orange (085), traffic red (013), shock blue middle (161), true blue (204), currant (042), neon pink (200), mister green (096), signal white (160) and signal black (180). Molotow One4All markers feature a patented capillary system and a Flowmaster valve, which offers a consistent paint flow to the tip of the marker. Their high-quality, acrylic-based ink is permanent, UV-resistant, quick-drying and non-toxic. It can be diluted with water or acetone, and will dry to an opaque, semi-gloss finish on nearly any porous or non-porous surface. Non-absorbent surfaces are better than absorbent surfaces for colour permanence and brilliance, whereas surfaces that are too smooth or oily are inappropriate for adhesion. Ideally, surfaces should be checked for compatibility before use by applying the colour on an inconspicuous spot. The markers are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Molotow One4All markers are engineered and manufactured in Germany. They are free of heavy metal, lead and CFC (chlorofluorocarbon), and are built to be refilled, in an effort to avoid unnecessary plastic waste. Each marker can be refilled at least 50 times using Molotow One4All Paint Refills, which can be mixed to create the colour of your choice. The numbers on the side of each marker (e.g. 127, 327, 427, 627) denote the size of the barrel, and thus the amount of paint the marker will hold. 227HS markers feature a 16 mm barrel and 4 mm tip. The Molotow One4All range is adaptable and environmentally friendly, as all markers are reusable and both the markers and the spray paints use the smallest amount of solvents possible, relying on an acrylic paint which is 85% water. The packaging is environmentally friendly and the manufacturer has a social responsibility program.

Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Angle Shader 3/4"

Royal Langnickel

$5.99

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This range of short handled paintbrushes offers a high quality for an excellent value whether you prefer to paint with oils, acrylic or watercolour. The angled brush is ideal for curved strokes, corners and covering large areas.

Care:

Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span.

Oil: dip the paintbrush in a solvent such as taltine. Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Acrylic: clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Practical information: Never let dry before cleaning.

Using a hydrating paintbrush cleaner after using taltine or soap prevents bristles from drying and keeps the supple shape of the paintbrush.

Cleaner - - 250ml

Sennelier

$24.99

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Use this nontoxic, plant-based liquid cleaner to care for and thoroughly clean your brushes, knives and containers between uses. The stand out feature of this brush cleaner is that it is 100% non-toxic and non-flammable making it aeroplane and freight safe, too.

Ideal for protecting your health as well as the planet, the Green range by Sennelier is safe for pregnant women and anyone with allergies. Green products also reduce environmental impacts, as well as trips to the hazardous waste depot, as they can be safely rinsed down the drain.

Modeling Paste - 1.89L

Liquitex

$84.99

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Liquitex modeling paste is a marble powder coated with acrylic resin, which allows for the creation of three- dimensional shapes and is designed to be mixed to any acrylic colour.

Of viscous consistency and of matte and opaque rendering, Liquitex modeling paste dries quickly and results in a very hard surface. It can be worked with an artist’s knife when wet, sanded, sculpted and painted once dry.

Offered in 8 oz/237 ml, 16 oz/473 ml, 32 oz/946 ml and 1 gallon formats.
Supports : suitable for all rigid supports.

Important information :
Do not mix with oil.
Apparition of cracks if applied on a flexible surface.
Test before using.

Use :
Thick textures on rigid supports.

Flexible Modeling Paste - 237ml

Liquitex

$24.99

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An acrylic and marble putty to build textures on semi-flexible supports and create 3D shapes. It dries to a very hard yet flexible opaque, white, matte finish, on supports that may be subject to some movement. Can be used on its own, mixed with colour or painted once dry.

Watercolor brush - red sable - kolinsky - fine point #4

Raphael

$64.99

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The Kolinsky short handled paintbrush with sable bristles is ideal for watercolours, offering a great reserve capacity for colours.

These bristles feature a supple elasticity that is perfect for precision and detailed work. The ideal paintbrush for the artist.

The Kolinsky paintbrush is often used by graphic artists and professional touch-up artists.

Brush care:
Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and for extending their life span.

Watercolours: dip the paintbrush in water and rinse in warm water.
Acrylic: clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Practical information:

Never let dry before cleaning.
Use a hydrating paintbrush cleaner after using taltine or soap in order to prevent bristles from drying and keep the supple shape of the paintbrush.

medium viscosity
fine art pigments
satin finish
easy blending
range of opacities

Techniques:

all painting techniques
sketching & underpainting
colour theory/mixing
collage and mixed media

Painting knife #2901

Rgm

$6.99

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Professional quality painting knife for producing textured effects and impasto work. Steel tip and wood handle. A DeSerres product that offers a great value for the money.

Lenght: 1 1/2 in. (3 1/2 cm)

Width: 1/2 in. (1 cm)

Watercolor brush - red sable - kolinsky - fine point #2

Raphael

$42.99

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The Kolinsky short handled paintbrush with sable bristles is ideal for watercolours, offering a great reserve capacity for colours.

These bristles feature a supple elasticity that is perfect for precision and detailed work. The ideal paintbrush for the artist.

The Kolinsky paintbrush is often used by graphic artists and professional touch-up artists.

Brush care:
Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and for extending their life span.

Watercolours: dip the paintbrush in water and rinse in warm water.
Acrylic: clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water.

Practical information:

Never let dry before cleaning.
Use a hydrating paintbrush cleaner after using taltine or soap in order to prevent bristles from drying and keep the supple shape of the paintbrush.

Set of 12 Basics Acrylic - 118ml

Liquitex

$109.99

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Liquitex Basics Acrylics: student-quality acrylics, made for everyday use by all kinds of artists. They feature a medium consistency and are made with lightfast, fine art pigments. Build a balanced palette with this versatile 12-colour collection, ranging from primaries to earth tones.

Includes 12 tubes (118 ml):

Primary Yellow
Cadmium Orange Hue
Alizarin Crimson Hue Permanent
Primary Red
Dioxazine Purple
Primary Blue
Phthalocyanine Green
Light Green Permanent
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Umber
Titanium White
Mars Black

Flexible Modeling Paste - 3.78L

Liquitex

$149.99

In stock Low stock Unavailable

An acrylic and marble putty to build textures on semi-flexible supports and create 3D shapes. It dries to a very hard yet flexible opaque, white, matte finish, on supports that may be subject to some movement. Can be used on its own, mixed with colour or painted once dry.

Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Round #4

Royal Langnickel

$5.99

In stock Low stock Unavailable

This range of short handled paintbrushes offers a high quality for an excellent value whether you prefer to paint with oils, acrylic or watercolour.

Care:

Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span.

Rgm

$6.99

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Professional quality painting knife for producing textured effects and impasto work. Steel tip and wood handle. A DeSerres product that offers a great value for the money.

Length: 2 in. (5 cm)

Width: 3/4 in. (1 1/2 cm)

Artresin

$44.99

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There are so many things you can do with epoxy resin: it can be used to coat and protect artwork, photos or furniture, to make jewellery or sculptures...the sky’s the limit! Simply mix the two components in equal parts, carefully spread on the surface to be coated and let cure to obtain a beautiful high-gloss piece that will be protected from moisture and scratching.

Includes two bottles: 1 resin and 1 hardener

Non-toxic, zero VOC

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Acrylic paint is the most versatile medium in the studio: fast-drying, water-soluble, and compatible with almost any surface.

DeSerres carries acrylic paints in student and professional grades, brushes, canvases, gels, mediums and texture pastes, from the brands artists trust for consistent colour and quality.

What do I need to start painting with acrylics?

A starter acrylic kit needs paint, brushes, a surface and a palette. For paint, a set of 12 colours in student grade covers the basics; add titanium white and ivory black as essentials. For brushes, a mix of flat and round synthetic brushes works best with acrylics. For surfaces, stretched canvas or canvas panels are the most common choices. A stay-wet palette keeps your paint workable longer. Add a retarder medium if you want more blending time. Explore our Paint collection, Paintbrushes, Canvases and Painting Accessories.

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Acrylic Essentials

Acrylic paint is the most versatile medium in the studio: fast-drying, water-soluble, and compatible with almost any surface.

What do I need to start painting with acrylics?