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Watercolor paper pad - 11x15in (12s)
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Watercolor paper pad - 11x15in (12s)

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The Strathmore watercolour pad consists of 12 sheets of roughly textured acid-free paper made from a base of wood pulp emulsion.
 
The Strathmore watercolour pad is ideal for repeated wash drawing and scratching. The paper can be used dry, or wet beforehand.
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Synthetic paintbrush - mc - snap! – round #6
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Synthetic paintbrush - mc - snap! – round #6

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This paintbrush has synthetic white taklon bristles and is well suited for acrylics, watercolours and decorative painting. Its short handle gives superior control. Specifications: Round, short handle, white taklon bristles Care: Watercolours: Dip the paintbrush in water and rinse in warm water. Acrylic: Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water. Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span. Never let paintbrushes 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.
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Paper palette - 9x12in (40s)
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Paper palette - 9x12in (40s)

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Practical paper pad providing a smooth, poly-coated surface. For use as a disposable paint-mixing palette.

Includes 40 sheets, 9 x 12 in, 67 g/m²
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Watercolor pad - 100% cotton - 140lb - cp - 9x12in (20s)
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Watercolor pad - 100% cotton - 140lb - cp - 9x12in (20s)

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Professional grade watercolour paper blocks that are glued on all sides. Formats are ideal for outdoor painting.

• 100% cotton

• Cylinder mould made 

• Fine tooth, cold-pressed 

• 140 lb (300 g/m²)

• Acid free

• Buffered with natural gelatine sizing for protection against environmental acids

• Contains an anti-microbial agent to resist mildew

• Made without optical brightning additives

• Perfect for watercolours, ink, gouache and acrylic
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Set of 6 Deluxe Beginners Brushes
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Set of 6 Deluxe Beginners Brushes

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Set of six brushes for kids. This assortment of brushes is perfect for learning how to paint with tempera, acrylic and watercolours.
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Watercolor pad - 100% cotton - 140lb - cp - 12x16in (20s)
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Watercolor pad - 100% cotton - 140lb - cp - 12x16in (20s)

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Professional grade watercolour paper blocks that are glued on all sides. Formats are ideal for outdoor painting.

• 100% cotton

• Cylinder mould made 

• Fine tooth, cold-pressed 

• 140 lb (300 g/m²)

• Acid free

• Buffered with natural gelatine sizing for protection against environmental acids

• Contains an anti-microbial agent to resist mildew

• Made without optical brightning additives

• Perfect for watercolours, ink, gouache and acrylic
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Synthetic paintbrush - mc - snap! – round #2
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Synthetic paintbrush - mc - snap! – round #2

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This paintbrush has synthetic white taklon bristles and is well suited for acrylics, watercolours and decorative painting. Its short handle gives superior control. Specifications: Round, short handle, white taklon bristles Care: Watercolours: Dip the paintbrush in water and rinse in warm water. Acrylic: Clean in soapy water and rinse in warm water. Caring for paintbrushes is essential to keeping them in good working condition and to their life span. Never let paintbrushes 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.
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Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Angle Shader 1/4"
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Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Angle Shader 1/4"

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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.
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Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Round #8
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Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Round #8

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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. 
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.

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Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Angle Shader 3/8"
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Zen Brush Short Handle S73 Angle Shader 3/8"

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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.
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Watercolor paper - 100% cotton - 140lb - rough - 22x30in
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Watercolor paper - 100% cotton - 140lb - rough - 22x30in

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Arches watercolour paper is a vat-made, gelatined paper which is 100% cotton, acid-free, and with 4 deckled edges.
 
Arches watercolour paper withstands repeated erasing and scratching, and it preserves colours well. It is recommended for watercolours, gouache, acrylics, ink and calligraphy. 

300 gsm

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Watercolor paper pad - 9x12in (12s)
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Watercolor paper pad - 9x12in (12s)

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The Strathmore watercolour pad consists of 12 sheets of roughly textured acid-free paper made from a base of wood pulp emulsion.
 
The Strathmore watercolour pad is ideal for repeated wash drawing and scratching. The paper can be used dry, or wet beforehand.
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Watercolor paper pad - xl - 140lb - 9x12in (30s)
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Watercolor paper pad - xl - 140lb - 9x12in (30s)

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A watercolour pad with durable, heavyweight sheets that are ideal for beginner and intermediate watercolour artists. Their durable cold-press finish stands up to repeated washes and is suitable for a variety of wet and dry techniques like watercolour, gouache and acrylic paint.

Specifications : 
  • 140 lb (300 gsm)
  • acid-free
  • cold-press
  • 30 sheets
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Set of 15 Synthetic Paintbrushes
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Set of 15 Synthetic Paintbrushes

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Set of 15 synthetic paintbrushes designed for oil and acrylic paints. Their short handles make them practical for detail work and leisure painting.

 

  • Round 2/0, 2, 8, 12
  • Long liner 2
  • Comb 1/2
  • Angular 1/4, 1/2
  • Filbert 1/4, 1/2
  • Flat 1/8, 1/4, 1/2
  • Bright 3/4
  • Fan 0
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Brush Short Handle/Synthetic Bristles Flat - 1/4"
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Brush Short Handle/Synthetic Bristles Flat - 1/4"

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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.
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Artistico Watercolour Paper-Extra White grain doux 22x30in
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Artistico Watercolour Paper-Extra White grain doux 22x30in

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Fabriano Artistico Extra White Watercolour Paper is mould-made with 100% cotton fibres, guaranteeing long conservation and inalterability over time.


  • Ideal for watercolour, tempera, gouache, acrylic, ink, charcoal, graphite, drawing and printmaking
  • 300 lb
  • Bright white without optical bleaching
  • 100% cotton
  • Double-sized
  • Acid-free/neutral pH
  • Chlorine-free
  • Four deckle edges and a watermark
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Watercolour Kit - 24 Half Pans
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Watercolour Kit - 24 Half Pans

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The perfect set for on-the-go watercolour artists! It contains 48 highly pigmented brilliant colours and 1 brush. A DeSerres quality product.
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Brush Short Handle/Red Sable Round - #2
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Brush Short Handle/Red Sable Round - #2

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The DeSerres red sable brush has a fine tip and excellent color-holding capacity. It is ideal for all high-dilution techniques. The different brush shapes meet artists’ needs and allow for a wide range of techniques. DeSerres brushes offer excellent value for money. Care instructions: Proper brush care is a key step for their performance and longevity. Watercolor: soak the brush in water and rinse with lukewarm water. Oil: soak the brush in a solvent such as taltine. 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. Using a brush conditioner after taltine or soap helps prevent bristle dryness and keeps the brush’s shape flexible. 
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Set of 5 Brushes Zen #431
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Set of 5 Brushes Zen #431

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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. The series 43 paintbrushes are suitable for all media.

Includes:
Round #1
Filbert #8
Flat #12
Angle #6
Angle #2

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.

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Watercolour Kit - 90 Half Pans
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Watercolour Kit - 90 Half Pans

Regular price $39.99
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A high-quality DeSerres Watercolour Pan Set complete with 54 regular colours and 36 metallic colours, plus a refillable water brush. It comes neatly packed in a convenient metal box for easy storage and transportation. 

100% recyclable packaging made from recycled materials.


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Unisex Smock - XPETIT
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Unisex Smock - XPETIT

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Protect your clothing from spills and paints with this versatile unisex smock. It features a handy three-pocket design for easy tool access, and elastic fabric cuffs for optimal comfort while you unleash your creativity. Pour painting fans: you’ll love having this smock in your studio!

 

Specifications: unisex design, three-pocket design, snap-button fastening, elastic fabric cuffs

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Unisex Smock - XXPETIT
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Unisex Smock - XXPETIT

Regular price $42.99
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Protect your clothing from spills and paints with this versatile unisex smock. It features a handy three-pocket design for easy tool access, and elastic fabric cuffs for optimal comfort while you unleash your creativity. Pour painting fans: you’ll love having this smock in your studio!

 

Specifications: unisex design, three-pocket design, snap-button fastening, elastic fabric cuffs

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Watercolour Kit - 160 Half Pans
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Watercolour Kit - 160 Half Pans

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A high-quality DeSerres Watercolour Half Pan Set complete with 104 normal colour, 12 fluorescent colours, 38 metallic colours and 6 pastel colours, plus one plastic palette (24 x 11 cm), one water brush and one artist brush. The paints are non-toxic and odourless: a high pigment concentration makes colours more vibrant, rich and pure. It comes neatly packed in a convenient metal box for easy storage and transportation. Perfect for on-the-go creativity!

100% recyclable packaging made from recycled materials.
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Set of 24 Half-Pan Watercolor Set
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Set of 24 Half-Pan Watercolor Set

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This hand-poured, watercolour half-pan set comes in a black metal box and includes a bonus 24 empty half pans. The inside is painted with a white enamel for easy clean up, and there is space between the two rows of colours to keep a small brush. There is also a finger ring underneath for securing the metal box to the palm of your hand while painting.

Includes 24 colours: 
  • Buff Titanium
  • Hansa Yellow Lt
  • Quin Gold
  • Hansa Yellow Dp
  • Pyrol Scarlet
  • Perm Alizarin Crimson
  • Quin Rose
  • Ultra Blue
  • Cerulean Blue Chr
  • Pthalo Blue GS
  • Cobalt Turq
  • Pthalo Green BS
  • Sap Green
  • Perylene Green
  • Undersea Green
  • Raw Sienna Lt
  • Yellow Ochre
  • Geothite
  • Indian Red
  • Quin Burnt Orange
  • Burnt Sienna
  • Burnt Umber 
  • Raw Umber
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Brush Short Handle/Synthetic Bristle Round - #3/0
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Brush Short Handle/Synthetic Bristle Round - #3/0

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This synthetic paintbrush is very versatile. It absorbs enough water for any water media, like watercolours, inks and gouache. Its also strong enough to carry your acrylic paint around your canvas. It's silky smooth  hair will prevent brushstrokes in your paint. The ferrule is nickel plated.

Do not use thinner to clean the paintbrush; it will damage the hair and glue.
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Set of Watercolor Tubes Michael Solovyev - 10X5ml
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Set of Watercolor Tubes Michael Solovyev - 10X5ml

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“Daniel Smith paints transformed my style and took my understanding of watercolour to a whole new level. Amazingly clear and transparent pigments allow you to spontaneously mix colours and always get a bright and rich mixture. In this set, you will find my main colours, without which I cannot imagine my work with watercolours.”?–?Michael Solovyev

Artist Michael Solovyev was born in Russia, but has called Montréal his home since 2011. His works add to the beauty and value of both public and private collections around the world. He is called a solar artist because his work is simply filled with light—thanks in large part to the unique Daniel Smith pigments.

The set includes 10 x 5 ml watercolour tubes: India Yellow, Quinacridone Deep Gold, Quinacridone Sienna, Alizarin Crimson, Perylene Violet, Moonglow, Cobalt Blue, Phthalo Blue (GS), Phthalo Green (BS), Indigo

Daniel Smith Watercolours offer a wide range of extra-fine pigments, with more colours being added every year. The sheer range of possibility they offer is endless and unparalleled in the industry. The handmade pigments have superior lightfastness.
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Beechwood Drawing Table
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Beechwood Drawing Table

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Solid and stable, this small beechwood table is excellent for use at home, school, the office, or the studio. It can be inclined from 0 to 90 degrees, and contains a small edge to place crayons and hold paper in place. What's more? It also boasts the perfect dimensions to build puzzles on.

Dimensions: 22 x 30 in
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Unisex Smock - MOYEN
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Unisex Smock - MOYEN

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Protect your clothing from spills and paints with this versatile unisex smock. It features a handy three-pocket design for easy tool access, and elastic fabric cuffs for optimal comfort while you unleash your creativity. Pour painting fans: you’ll love having this smock in your studio!

 

Specifications: unisex design, three-pocket design, snap-button fastening, elastic fabric cuffs

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Watercolour Kit - 24 Half Pans
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Watercolour Kit - 24 Half Pans

Regular price $19.99
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A high-quality DeSerres Watercolour Pan Set complete with 24 assorted colours, plus a refillable water brush. It comes neatly packed in a convenient case for easy storage and transportation. 

100% recyclable packaging made from recycled materials.


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Unisex Smock - GRAND
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Unisex Smock - GRAND

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Protect your clothing from spills and paints with this versatile unisex smock. It features a handy three-pocket design for easy tool access, and elastic fabric cuffs for optimal comfort while you unleash your creativity. Pour painting fans: you’ll love having this smock in your studio!

 

Specifications: unisex design, three-pocket design, snap-button fastening, elastic fabric cuffs

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Watercolour Travel Kit - 17 Pieces
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Watercolour Travel Kit - 17 Pieces

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A practical kit with everything you need for on-the-go watercolour painting. A quality DeSerres product.

Includes 12 colours, 1 water bottle, 1 fineliner (0.5 mm), 1 water reservoir brush, 1 HB pencil and 1 sponge
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Unisex Smock - PETIT
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Unisex Smock - PETIT

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Protect your clothing from spills and paints with this versatile unisex smock. It features a handy three-pocket design for easy tool access, and elastic fabric cuffs for optimal comfort while you unleash your creativity. Pour painting fans: you’ll love having this smock in your studio!

 

Specifications: unisex design, three-pocket design, snap-button fastening, elastic fabric cuffs

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1264 Watercolour Pad - 24 X 18 INCHES
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1264 Watercolour Pad - 24 X 18 INCHES

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Fabriano 1264 Watercolour Pads feature cold-press, acid-free, textured watercolour paper in bright white that works for all wet techniques. Use with watercolour, gouache, acrylic, acrylic ink, pen and ink, pencil and coloured pencil. The 100% virgin, wood-pulp paper is made using hydropower and is FSC-certified.
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Watercolor pad - 100% cotton - 140lb - cp - 12x16in (12s)
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Watercolor pad - 100% cotton - 140lb - cp - 12x16in (12s)

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ARCHES Watercolour Pads are traditionally made on a cylinder mould. Composed of 100% cotton long fibres, their paper has a natural and harmonious grain, capable of absorbing large amounts of water, without warping or bleeding. A brand exclusivity: ARCHES® watercolour paper is gelatin-sized to the core, which gives it added strength to resist erasing and scratching, without tearing or linting. 

The perfect paper pad for watercolour painting, as well as other wet techniques such as ink, gouache and acrylic.

Specifications:
  • 100% cotton long fibres
  • natural grain
  • gelatin-sized to the core
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Watercolour is one of the most rewarding mediums to learn, and one of the most portable.

DeSerres carries everything you need to get started: watercolour paints in pans and tubes, quality brushes that hold water well, cold and hot press paper, and the accessories that make the process easier. From first washes to finished paintings.


What do I need to start watercolour painting?

Three things matter most: paint, paper and brushes. For paint, a basic set of 12 colours in student grade is enough to start; professional grades offer better pigment concentration and lightfastness. For paper, always use watercolour-specific paper of at least 300 g/m2 to prevent warping. For brushes, a round brush in sizes 4, 8 and 12 covers most needs. Add a palette for mixing, masking fluid for reserving whites, and you're ready to paint. Explore our Paint collection, Paintbrushes and Paper to build your watercolour kit.