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Author: Gareth Evans

A passion for sharing the cool, interesting and entertaining art news from around the world. Gareth has created stories about art which have been featured in The Art Newspaper, ArtDaily, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.

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Jim Carrey Talks About Discovering the Benefits of Painting in Short Documentary

An interesting 6 minute short documentary video which went viral last year about how actor Jim Carrey discovered the benefits of picking up a paint brush.

June 10, 2018September 26, 2018 by Gareth Evans1 Min Reading

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Revealed: Britain’s favourite stress-relieving activities, and how employers could be doing more to help

Today is “Inspire your Heart with Art” day, so we decided to find out the public’s perception of using art as a way to improve

January 31, 2018October 29, 2020 by Gareth Evans3 Min Reading

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🧡 Revived from the archives, Fields Orange is a

🧡 Revived from the archives, Fields Orange is a rich single-pigment red-orange that echoes the brilliance of George Field’s specially levigated vermillion. It’s semi-transparent, durable and makes dreamy greys when mixed with blue.

How would you use this colour? Maybe in a moody landscape or a bold botanical? 🤔

Watercolour fans, we want to know: are you #TeamTu

Watercolour fans, we want to know: are you #TeamTube or #TeamPan? Both have their advantages:

🔸 Pans are perfect for travel and portability, great for outdoor painting or urban sketching.
🔸 Tubes give you more control with larger washes and are great for working with rich, concentrated colours.

Which team are you on and why? 👇

Acrylic paints are known for their speed, vibrancy

Acrylic paints are known for their speed, vibrancy and versatility - but who says they have to stay on canvas? Check out these surprising acrylic tricks you might not have tried yet!

🔹 Paint on glass – With Glass Painting Medium you can turn any glass surface into a work of art. Perfect for window art or glassware design!
🔹 Transfer images – You can use gel mediums to transfer your favourite images directly onto your surface. It’s a fun way to add personal touches or textures to your pieces.
🔹 Sculpt with 3D effects – Want to add some texture? Acrylics mixed with gel mediums or texture pastes can create thick, almost sculptural layers.

So, what unconventional surfaces or techniques have you tried with your acrylics?

🤍 Permanent White Designers Gouache is the secr

🤍 Permanent White Designers Gouache is the secret weapon every watercolour artist needs! This opaque, velvety colour is perfect for adding beautiful, striking highlights to your work. Try it over your watercolours for an instant pop of brightness and discover why this unsung hero is a must-have!

Add Permanent White to your kit now and save 32% OFF! Link in bio 🔗☝️

🖤 Think black has to come straight from a tube?

🖤 Think black has to come straight from a tube? Think again!

Sure, it’s quick and punchy - but mixed blacks can add way more depth and subtlety to your work. Over on our blog, artist Tracey Eastham breaks down how to mix your own rich, velvety blacks and unlock a whole spectrum of greys and moody hues. Check out the blog for her tips, tricks and more colour theory wisdom 🔗☝️ Link in bio

What’s your favourite way to mix black? 🌈

Bring the colours of the Old Masters into your stu

Bring the colours of the Old Masters into your studio! The Winsor & Newton Revival Collection blends history with modern innovation - offering timeless pigments with improved lightfastness and safety.

Shop now and save 30% OFF the Revival Collection in loose tubes and pans 🔗☝️ Link in bio

🌈 Swatching is a seriously underrated part of t

🌈 Swatching is a seriously underrated part of the creative process. It’s how you discover your colours’ true personalities - how they granulate, glaze, layer and mingle with others. By swatching your collection, you’ll build a visual reference library that makes choosing colours for a composition quicker, easier, and more intuitive.

Do you keep swatch cards nearby when you paint? 💭

Watercolour can be unforgiving - one wrong brushst

Watercolour can be unforgiving - one wrong brushstroke and your highlights are gone. But don’t worry, masking fluid is here to save the day! 🙌 In the first post of our How To series, artist Liz Griffiths breaks down how to use masking fluid with ease - even if you’ve been too nervous to try it before.

🖌️ Here's what you'll learn:
🔹 What masking fluid actually is (and when to use it)
🔹 The best tools for different textures
🔹 Easy techniques to apply and remove it without damaging your paper
🔹 Common pitfalls to avoid

Whether you're a beginner or a pro looking to sharpen your skills, this blog will help you harness the true power of masking fluid.

Read the full tutorial 🔗☝️ Link in bio

🐌👑 Once sourced from sea snails and worn by

🐌👑 Once sourced from sea snails and worn by royalty, Tyrian Purple is a pigment steeped in history. Now reimagined for the modern artist, this deep, red-blue violet is a stunning addition to any palette - and makes some great tonal greys if you mix it with complementary yellows.

Have you tried this Revival Collection gem yet? 💜

🧑‍🎨 Before the brushes come out, the ritua

🧑‍🎨 Before the brushes come out, the ritual begins.

For some it might be lighting a candle, settling the mood with your favourite playlist or grabbing a glass of your favourite drink. Whatever you do - it’s a gentle cue that it’s time to shift gears and create!

What’s your creative ritual? 🖌️

🤔 Think watercolour can’t match the versatili

🤔 Think watercolour can’t match the versatility of oils or acrylics? Think again.

Granulation Medium unlocks an entirely new level of texture, turning smooth washes into beautifully mottled patterns. Whether you're enhancing a granulating pigment like French Ultramarine or giving a smooth one like Winsor Blue a textural twist - it’s a great medium to experiment with.

Now 32% OFF in our Watercolour Sale 🔗☝️ Link in bio

🌈 Made with only the finest pigments, Winsor &

🌈 Made with only the finest pigments, Winsor & Newton Artists' Oils offer rich, vibrant colour that radiates from the canvas. Whether you’re building bold texture with a palette knife or working delicate glazes with a brush, these paints deliver consistent brilliance and control.

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