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Final Finish Gloss - 250ml

Tri-Art

$24.99

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Tri-Art Final Finish is a self-leveling polymer, designed to unify the luster of a finished painting. This is an ideal coating for finishing paintings on flexible supports. Clear drying, this medium can be applied in successive layers. Apply in thin coats and allow for 12 hours between coats. Can be tinted with transparent liquid acrylics. Stir prior to use. Made in Canada

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.

Classic Notebook - Ruled, Soft Cover - BLACK - 19 X 25 CENTIMETE

Moleskine

$39.99

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Moleskine believes that taking notes by hand is the best way to generate ideas, and that creativity blossoms with every stroke. The Classic Notebook is the perfect space to put pen to paper. An elegant, well-designed tool that is perfect for writing, recording your thoughts and passing notes, making it highly sought after by creative professionals and writers alike.

On the outside, Moleskine’s Classic Notebook features rounded corners and an elastic closure, and on the inside, you’ll find a bookmark ribbon, ivory-coloured paper and an expandable pocket designed to hold loose notes, tickets, mementoes, etc. A great writing companion.

Specifications:

Soft cover
Rounded corners, elastic closure and matching ribbon bookmark
ivory-coloured, 70 g/m², acid-free ruled paper
'In case of loss' printed on the flyleaf
expandable inner pocket at the back
lies flat, opens at 180°
history of Moleskine inside
FSC®-certified

Oversize

Mix media sketchbook - xl - 98lb - 18x24in (30s)

Oversize

Mix media sketchbook - xl - 98lb - 18x24in (30s)

Canson

$39.99

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A resistant and durable paper with a smooth side and a vellum side. Ideal for sketching, school projects, and exploring new techniques, it is suitable for a wide range of applications: pencil, coloured pencil, pen, ink, charcoal, pastel, markers, watercolour, acrylic, etc.

Specifications :

one smooth side and one vellum side
spiral-bound
weight: 98 lb, 160 gsm
acid, lignin and chlorine free

FriXion Fineliner Marker Pen - BLUE CENTIMETER

Pilot

$2.99

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Thanks to the FriXion Fineliner, you’ll never have to cross out words again. With smooth and erasable ink, its felt-tip switches from words to sketches to drawings with equal ease and precision. A comfortable and ultra-resistant marker for both writing and drawing … all in one!
Features 1.3 mm tip

Cold Wax Medium - 473ml

Gamblin

$54.99

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The surface of paintings made with beeswax mediums will become only as hard as a beeswax candle.
Adding Gamblin Galkyd to Cold Wax Medium/oil colors mix will increase the sheen and flexibility of the paint film. Use a small amount to make Galkyd Mediums more matte. Cold Wax Medium contains no oil, so it can be applied as a wax varnish over a dry oil painting.
Available sizes: 4 oz, 16 oz (118 ml, 473 ml)

Sketch Clipboard - 18 x 18 in

Fc-Art

$19.99

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When inspiration strikes, use this sketch clipboard on your lap, on a drawing desk, propped against a table edge, or on an easel. Made from washable and shape-retaining plastic, it features a ruler, a bilateral lock and two clips with positioning ends to maintain the substrate in place. A creative essential for any artist! Dimensions: 18 x 18 in.

Gesso White - 118ml

Liquitex

$16.99

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Premium acrylic gesso used to prepare painting surfaces for acrylic and oil paint.

Texture: Fluid
Sheen: Matte
Relative Opacity: Opaque

Non-yellowing
Flexible and non-cracking
Provides the perfect 'tooth' and adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces such as canvas, paper and wood
Excellent base coat primer for many applications, such as canvases, murals, etc.
One coat is usually all that is required.

Application :
Use undiluted or thin up to 25% with water. When thinning more that 25%, use an equal mixture of water and Liquitex Matte Medium to thin gesso. Tint with up to 10% Liquitex Soft Body or Heavy Body Artist Colours.

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

Evolution Portfolio - 14X17"

Itoya

$49.99

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This portfolio is archival safe for all your art storage needs. Completely acid-free, it features polypropylene, PVC-free construction, and quality crafted acid-free black mounting paper. Contains 24 clear, top-loading pocket sheets for 48 views.

Great for photographs and digital images. Top-loading, clear polypropylene sheets will not stick to copier toner and are ideal for storing artwork and memory projects, as well as keeping materials secure and organized. Durable polypropylene cover resists moisture and dust.

Durable polypropylene cover
Stylish stitch cover accent
Clear, top-loading pocket sheets
Thick gauge, black, acid-free mounting paper
24 pages for 48 views
PVC free, lignin free, and 100% archival

A5 Age Bag Notebook - Ruled

Clairefontaine

$7.99

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Whether writing your daily thoughts, or jotting down inspiring moments while travelling, Clairefontaine's Age Bag Notebooks will capture your thoughts wherever you are. They feature a stylish, grained cover which is designed to replicate the look and feel of leather, as well as vellum paper (90 gsm), which can be written on with most pen types, including fountain pens. An authentic and timeless writing companion.

Specifications:

stitched binding
A5 size (21 x 30 cm)
lined pages
96 pages
PEFC certified, for sustainable forest management

Top Coat Hard Matte - 120ml

Tri-Art

$12.99

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Tri-Art's Hard Top Coat finishing medium provides artists with a very hard, scratch resistant, yet semi-flexible top coat for application onto paintings, sculpture and crafts. This durable water-based product dries to a glass-clear and non-tacky finish. It is washable, scratch resistant and virtually non-yellowing. Top Coat is self-leveling and can be brushed, poured, or sprayed to produce a thin protective finish. This product remains semi-flexible even in multiple layers.

Finish: Matte

Made in Canada

Pencil Lumograph 7B

Staedtler Mars

$2.99

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Premium-quality pencil for writing, drawing and sketching on paper and matt drafting film. It is made with wood from PEFC-certified, sustainably managed forests. The wide range of degrees makes Lumograph the ideal tool for artists and graphic designers. It is especially break-resistant, thanks to super-bonded lead lines, and reproduces well. Easy to erase up to 16 degrees. STAEDTLER is, through its foundation, involved in numerous educational projects for children, the disabled, the elderly and the disadvantaged.

Graphite Pencils - B

Fc-Art

$0.99

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Graphite pencil ideal for drawing & sketching, technical drawing and more.

The DeSerre Graphite Pencil series offers you a selection of 12 grades, from 6H to 9B, at an affordable price for beginners and students.

Set of 5 Sharpie Fine Tip Permanent Markers Black

Sharpie

$12.99

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Sharpie, the world’s best-selling permanent marker! These fine tip markers produce precise results, whether you're writing on small labels, or personalizing items with limited writing space. Their quick-drying, non-toxic ink is fade and water-resistant, making them an excellent choice for a wide range of craft projects.

Includes 5 fine tip permanent markers

Pouring Medium Gloss - 946ml

Liquitex

$149.99

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Schut Watercolour Pad - 5.8 X 8.3 INCHES

Clairefontaine

$22.99

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A 250 g natural white watercolour paper with medium-fine grain. Suitable for wet techniques, it is great for beginners. Acid-free, pH neutral.

Pack of 12 Silly Scents Chisel-Tip Markers

Crayola

$12.99

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Crayola Silly Scents combine fragrant scents in a cool, colourful line of markers! Each marker comes ready to scribble and sniff.

Create rich, vibrant designs with 12 different bold colours to choose from. The versatile chisel-tip can create thick or thin lines, so you can add easily add fine details to your work.

Includes 12 markers.

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.

Spill-Proof Washable Paint

Crayola

$14.99

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Unlike traditional paints, Crayola Semi-Solid Paints prevent spills, drips and messes. When changing colours, children can simply wipe the brush on a damp cloth to keep their palette clean. Paint colours work well on most papers and dry quickly to prevent smearing. Crayola's washable formula allows for easy clean-up! It washes from skin and most machine washable clothing. Ages 3 and up.

Gamvar Gloss - 250ml

Gamblin

$39.99

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Varnishing is an aesthetic decision but also practical. Robert Gamblin recommends paintings be varnished unless artists truly dislike the look. While waiting 3 to 6 months is best, painters using Gamvar can safely varnish sooner because Gamvar's mild solvent will not dissolve the glaze layers of paintings and paintings today dry quicker.
Water clear, Gamvar is a revolutionary development in protecting paintings from dirt and dust. Gamvar picture varnish is a low molecular weight synthetic-resin gloss varnish developed by conservation scientists at the National Gallery. Package makes enough varnish for 8x10 square feet of paintings made with oils as well as acrylics. Gamvar can also be used for retouch.

With a high refractive index similar to that of natural resins, colors are fully saturated to bring out the best in the painting. Unlike varnishes made from natural resins like dammar and mastic, Gamvar does not yellow with age or become more difficult to remove. It contains a UV stabilizer and offers some measure of protection to less lightfast pigments, depending on how thickly it is applied.
Caution: Follow safety instructions carefully. Not suitable for use by children.

Gesso White - 1.39L

Liquitex

$79.99

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Premium acrylic gesso used to prepare painting surfaces for acrylic and oil paint.

Texture: Fluid
Sheen: Matte
Relative Opacity: Opaque

Non-yellowing
Flexible and non-cracking
Provides the perfect 'tooth' and adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces such as canvas, paper and wood
Excellent base coat primer for many applications, such as canvases, murals, etc.
One coat is usually all that is required.

Set of 3 Eraser Holder

Staedtler Mars

$12.99

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A set of three high-quality soft vinyl erasers for use on paper and matte drawing film. A stick design and thinner eraser core allow for more precise erasing. Latex and phthalate-free.

Molotow Marker Black - 0.7mm

Molotow

$3.99

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Molotow’s Blackliner is a precise and easy-to-use pen for sketching, outlines, school, and more. It uses a water-based archival ink and is resistant to water and chemicals. Available in a variety of sizes, its robust metal-encased tip guarantees fine and exact lines. It also features a slip-proof, matte surface and a new “Cap Off” function which protects it from drying out for 90–180 minutes. A creative must-have. Specifications: water-based, pigmented archival ink, permanent, fade-resistant, quick-drying, odourless.

Set of 120 polychromos pencils metal box

Faber Castell

$399.99

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Faber-Castell Polychromos Coloured Pencils are equipped with a soft and thick lead measuring 3.8 mm. Rich in high-quality pigments, they offer bright colours that are resistant to water and light. They provide excellent adherence and covering power for many mediums: paper, cardboard, wood or textile.

Faber-Castell owns sustainable and FSC-certified forests that absorb over 900,000 tons of CO2 and neutralise the emissions of their production sites.

This set contains 120 Polychromos Coloured Pencils in assorted colours.

A5 Softcover Notebook Black ligne

Rhodia

$39.99

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The A5 Softcover Notebook is a great journal for everyday writing. It features a soft leatherette (artificial leather) cover, as well as an elastic-strap closure, an expandable inner pocket and the Rhodia Logo embossed on the front cover. Bleed-proof, the ivory-coloured 90 gsm paper is fountain pen-friendly and offers an exquisite writing experience. The A5 notebook is great for note-taking and fits easily into your bag!

Specifications:

A5 (15 x 21 cm)
80 non-microperforated pages
180° flat opening
ivory brushed vellum paper
1 ribbon bookmark

Set of 2 Winton Oil Titanium White - 200ml

Winsor & Newton

$44.99

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Made from high-quality pigments, Winton Oil Colours are durable, lightfast and permanent. Delivering consistent colour every time, their ready-to-use formulation means you can effortlessly work at any scale. Includes two 200 ml tubes of Titanium White Winton Oil Paint.

Set of Geometry 9 Pces

Staedtler Mars

$14.99

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A complete math kit for students. It comes in a compact case that's easy to pack and carry in between classes.

Includes 1 compass, 1 automatic pencil, one 6-inch protractor, one 6-inch ruler, one 30/60 degree triangle, one 45/90 degree triangle, 1 spare lead, 1 white eraser

Set of 6 dual brush pen lemon squeezy

Tombow

$24.99

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Tombow Dual Brush Pens feature a flexible brush tip to create medium or bold strokes, and a fine tip to create smooth, straight lines for writing or calligraphy. The water-based ink is blendable, odourless, non-bleeding, acid-free and non-toxic. A precision instrument that’s perfect for fine art techniques.

Includes 6 Dual Brush Pens in the following colours:

993 Chrome Orange
055 Process Yellow
403 Bright Blue
379 Jade Green
192 Asparagus
N89 Warm

Gel Pen Frixion Clicker Black 0.5mm

Pilot

$3.99

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Write, erase and rewrite using the Frixion Clicker retractable pens from Pilot.

The smooth thermo sensitive gel ink disappears with friction. Simply use the rubber tail tip on the pen and erase without any residue or tearing of paper. Barrel is equipped with an ergonomic grip.

Available point sizes: 0.5mm and 0.7mm

Available colours: black, red, blue, green, purple, pink and turquoise

Please note: This product is not recommended for signatures, examination papers or official documents. If pen is exposed to extreme temperatures (<-10°C; >60°C), the ink will disappear. To restore colour, cool to at least <-10°C in freezer and ink will reappear.

Gel pen gelly roll 0.4mm pink

Gelly Roll

$2.99

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The Sakura Gelly Roll® is a pen available in a variety of colors, perfect for writing letters, decorating scrapbook pages, and highlighting stamps and artwork.

Gel Pen Frixion Clicker Pink 0.5mm

Pilot

$3.99

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Ain Stein HB Lead Refill Pack of 40 0.7mm

Pentel

$3.99

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Pentel Ain Stein Lead features an innovative formula that uses porous ceramic cell structure, while providing the same darkness and smoothness. The tube is equipped with a twist open top for added practicality.

Incldues 40 (0.7 mm) refill leads.

Gel pen gelly roll 0.4mm orange

Gelly Roll

$2.99

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The Sakura Gelly Roll® is a pen available in a variety of colors, perfect for writing letters, decorating scrapbook pages, and highlighting stamps and artwork. Orange colour.

Watercolour Palette with 20 Wells

Fc-Art

$12.99

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This plastic palette for mixing watercolours includes 8 small circular wells for holding colours, 8 rectangular wells for mixing, and 4 large circular wells for holding water or mixing colours.

Size: 10 x 13 inches

Rhodia Spiral Notebook-Graph - BLACK - 225 X 297 MILLIMETERS

Rhodia

$14.99

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These spiral-bound notebooks are ideal for taking notes or drawing, at work or at school. Featuring a waterproof cover, a double-wire snag-proof binding, and a sturdy cardboard backing, these notebooks are perfect for writing and sketching on-the-go.

Features:

80 graph sheets
Waterproof cover
Stiff cardboard back cover
Micro-perforated sheets
Spiral binding

Graphite Pencils - 9B

Fc-Art

$0.99

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Graphite pencil ideal for drawing & sketching, technical drawing and more.

The DeSerre Graphite Pencil series offers you a selection of 12 grades, from 6H to 9B, at an affordable price for beginners and students.

Evolution Portfolio - 11X14"

Itoya

$29.99

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Durable polypropylene cover
Stylish stitch cover accent
Clear, top-loading pocket sheets
Thick gauge, black, acid-free mounting paper
24 pages for 48 views
PVC free, lignin free, and 100% archival

3M box of adhesive tape - 19 MILLIMETER

3mcanod

$9.99

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Scotch® Magic™ Tape is the original matte-finish, invisible tape. Frosty on the roll but invisible on paper, It’s the preferred tape for offices, home offices and schools.

Good for most home and office uses, craft projects and home repair.

Can be written on with pen, pencil or marker

Photo safe

Made in USA

Tabletop Easel - Black, 24 in

Fc-Art

$34.99

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Made from quality pine wood, this tabletop easel features a smooth, elegant finish. It's ideal for painting classes, displaying small canvases or adding a nice creative touch to your home decor. Specifications: black, pine wood, 24 in.

Pencil Case

Fc-Art

$19.99

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Black fabric pencil case with elastic loops that can hold up to 30 drawing or colouring pencils. This pencil portfolio is practical in that all your coulours are right in front of you so you can find the right one quickly and without interrupting your artistic flow.

Dimensions: 5.5" x 9"

*Accessories not included

Evolution Portfolio - 17X22"

Itoya

$64.99

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Durable polypropylene cover
Stylish stitch cover accent
Clear, top-loading pocket sheets
Thick gauge, black, acid-free mounting paper
24 pages for 48 views
PVC free, lignin free, and 100% archival

Pencil Lumograph 6B

Staedtler Mars

$2.99

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Age Bag Notebook - Ruled, Cloth-Bound, Grey, A5

Clairefontaine

$12.99

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Whether writing your daily thoughts, or jotting down inspiring moments while travelling, Clairefontaine's Age Bag Notebookswill capture your ideas wherever you are. They feature a stylish, grained cover which is designed to replicate the look and feel of leather, as well as vellum paper (90 gsm), which can be written on with most pen types, including fountain pens. An authentic and timeless writing companion.

Features :

ruled
cloth binding
velvety vellum paper (90 gsm)
printed endpapers
matching cloth backing for better hold and perfect lay-flat opening
PEFC-certified, for sustainable forest management
handmade product

Technical specifications :

A5 size (15 x 21 cm)
192 pages

Evolution Portfolio - 4X6"

Itoya

$7.99

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Durable polypropylene cover
Stylish stitch cover accent
Clear, top-loading pocket sheets
Thick gauge, black, acid-free mounting paper
24 pages for 48 views
PVC free, lignin free, and 100% archival

Sewn sketchbook - 9x12in (80s)

Fedrigoni Spa

$19.99

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DeSerres by Fabriano. A consciously crafted, high-quality sketchbook with stitch binding, a hard cover and acid-free, FSC-certified paper (paper from responsible sources). It is suitable for pencil, pastel, pen and ink. A hydro power product.

Pencil Lumograph F

Staedtler Mars

$2.99

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Graphite Pencils - 5B

Fc-Art

$0.99

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Graphite pencil ideal for drawing & sketching, technical drawing and more.

The DeSerre Graphite Pencil series offers you a selection of 12 grades, from 6H to 9B, at an affordable price for beginners and students.

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Back-to-School Essentials: The Right Tools for the Year Ahead

A good school year starts with the right supplies. DeSerres carries everything students need, from everyday basics to more specialized art materials: notebooks and sketchpads, graphite and coloured pencils, fineliners and dual brush pens, watercolour and alcohol markers, brushes, acrylic mediums, portfolios, and storage solutions. Whether you're heading into a general program or a fine arts curriculum, the essentials are here.

What to prioritize when building a back-to-school kit

Start with the fundamentals that get used every day: a reliable notebook, a set of graphite pencils in a range of grades, and a few quality pens or fineliners. From there, build toward your program's specific needs. Art students will want to add sketchpads suited to their medium, a brush set, and the acrylic or drawing supplies their courses require. A portfolio keeps finished work protected and organized throughout the year. To complete your kit, browse ourcollections Stationery, Bags & Cases and Books.

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Back-to-School Essentials: The Right Tools for the Year Ahead

What to prioritize when building a back-to-school kit