Archive for July, 2009

Review of Pan Pastels

PanPastels are a wonderful new range of chalk pastels for artists which have all kinds of craft possibilities. Unlike normal artists pastels, these are sold in solid circular pans, much like the chalks for scrapbook enthusiasts. Applied by sponge, brush (or hand) these are very finely ground pastels, without the dust and grittiness of some [...]

City Skyline Kids Project

Kids Art Projects

Color charts

Oilpaint, Acrylic Paint, Fabric Paints Color Charts to view or Download from the South african Artists forum

Canvas Painting

People have been expressing themselves through painting for thousands of years.  Even the cavemen showed great hunts or other events with paints made from berries and plants. There just seems to be an innate need to show others our thoughts, feelings, and ideas through pictures.  The phrase ” A picture is worth a thousand words” [...]

Acrylic Painting Techniques (10)

All Supplies available in South Africa from ArtXpress.co.za Acrylics are extremely versatile, fast-drying paints, and can be used straight from the tube like oils or thinned with water or a medium and used like watercolors. And a lot in-between. Here are a few tips to help you get started painting with acrylics. Acrylic Painting Tip [...]

Dala Arts and Craft Material

Dala Student Acrylics


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