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Canson XL – students and hobbyists favourite papers

The Canson XL range is specially designed for learners, students, and hobbyists who want quality paper for everyday creativity. These are affordable pads that make no compromises on quality. Each pad is intended for a specific technique to ensure the best possible results and the freedom to experiment. Thanks to the wide variety, everyone can find the right paper in the Canson XL series – whether you want to draw with pencil, paint with watercolour, or work with markers.

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Pencil 101: Comparing Derwent colored pencils

Derwent offers several different types of colored pencils that vary in composition, drawing feel, and overall result. If you’re looking for the right pencils for yourself, the choice may seem confusing at first. That’s why we’ve put together an overview of five of Derwent’s most widely used colored pencil ranges to help you find the one that best matches your drawing style and goals.

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Akvarelli Väljakutse 2025

Kas otsid väikest loomingulist tõuget, mis aitaks akvarelliga julgemalt katsetada?
 Sel septembril koostöös Anneli Laasi Maalikooliga stardib Skizze sotsiaalmeedia kanalites 7-nädalane akvarelliväljakutse, kus kord nädalas maalime ühe uue värvikihi ja avastame uut tehnikat. Samm-sammult sünnib sinu enda abstraktne akvarellmaal! Ära karda tühja paberit, vaid leia oma värvijulgus!

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Paper 101: Everything About Watercolour Paper

Watercolour paper is much more than just paper – it’s a tool that directly affects the behaviour of paint, water resistance, layering, and the final impression. Choosing the right one may seem daunting at first, but finding the right paper becomes a creative and exciting process once you know what qualities to look for. In this post, we’ll go over what watercolour paper is made of, the textures and formats available, and how to choose the right one to support your painting style.

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Paper 101: How to choose the right paper for drawing, painting and graphics

Every artist knows that a great piece begins with the right materials, and paper is no exception. The right paper for your technique is more than just a surface to make marks on. Its composition, surface, and production method significantly affect not only the quality and longevity of your work but also how enjoyable the process feels. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at different types of paper and what sets them apart.

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Pencil 101: Different types of pencils and their creative possibilities

When you walk into an art supply store and look at the pencil shelf, the choice can be overwhelming – coloured pencils, pastels, watercolours, drawing and sketching pencils. How are they all different and which one to choose? In this post, we’ll give you an overview of the main types of pencils, their characteristics and their uses, to make your orientation in the world of pencils a little easier.

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Canvas 101: Everything you need to know before you paint

Choosing your canvas is one of the most important decisions you’ll make before you start painting. The canvas you choose can have a profound impact on your art process and the final piece. Every aspect of the canvas, from its fibre composition to its texture and weight, will affect how the paint adheres and behaves on the surface. With so many choices available, it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. In this guide, we’ve broken down the basics of canvas, including material types, formats and surface characteristics to help you make an informed choice for your next masterpiece.

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