Inspired by nature, made for professionals Copic’s new exclusive collection is designed specifically for professional designers, architects, and illustrators, combining the most popular colors from theClassic range. It is typical for those working in more technical fields to use a minimalist set of carefully selected and tried-and-true drawing tools—for example, a few colors and a...
Vili from vilka.co.uk creates these small relief tiles by combining clay and linocut chisels. The process requires white self-hardening clay, gray muck for the base, acrylic paints and cutters with different profiles. The workbench during the process. Pre-made mini tiles made of clay and mukava for the base. A small wooden box with a mosaic...
The Rosa Gallery watercolor palette now includes 99 colors with the addition of 9 new shades. The new recruits are divided into three groups: 1. Granular Colors: Texture and Layering These five shades are characterized by the physical separation of the pigments upon application. The particles settle into the texture of the paper, creating a...
The rectangular A, B, and C series of paper sizes are part of the international ISO 216 standard, which serves as the primary paper sizing system in nearly all countries around the world. Exceptions include North America, some countries in South America, and Asia. Dimensions in cm Each of the three series of sizes starts...
Sakura Koi Watercolor Sets According to Zhivka Sakura Koi’s pocket watercolor sets Sakura Koi inspire even people who aren’t used to drawing to start creating. We combine the set with a black Micron fine-tip pen and a mini sketchbook with cards, and the result is a tried-and-true formula for a superb, versatile gift. The palette,...
Today we’re featuring a series of original illustrations created with Copic alcohol markers by Vili (@vilka.co.uk). When someone starts painting, they may feel overwhelmed by the thought that they need an endless variety of colors. Vili subtly shows us how beauty and depth in a single image can be achieved with a limited but carefully...
With just a few days left until Easter , we’re sharing our take on one of our favorite seasonal activities—decorating eggs for the holiday. Somewhere between decal stickers and doodling with acrylic markers , we decided to try something a little more glamorous: decorating with gold foil and gold dust. Preparation 🥚🥚 To do this,...
Almost every week, we receive one to four pallets of merchandise, which we use to restock our small warehouse next to the Sofia store. Opening Packages The products arrive in sturdy plastic shipping boxes that we reuse. They protect the products in all weather conditions, save space when empty (since they can be folded or...
In addition to adhering to almost any surface and drying quickly, the greatest advantage of acrylic paints is that all you need to thin them is water. However, when we dilute the colors with water alone, there comes a point when the balance in the paint’s composition is disrupted. Here, we discuss the drawbacks of...
In addition to its vast range of nearly 360 colors, Japanese Copic markers appeal to every fan with their four varieties: Copic Ciao Ciao is Copic’s budget-friendly line of markers, designed for those who want to enjoy all the benefits of the brand in a more compact and affordable format. The collection consists of 180...
With the new shipment of our most popular hobby products, we’re all set for some cozy fall activities. 🍁🍁 What we received: Natural Wooden Washers For making decorative pendants and charms, Christmas ornaments with painting and appliqué, laser engraving, wedding favors for guests, and photo frames. Go to the storeWax and wicks for candles Our...
At the end of summer vacation , Sakura surprises us with four new pocket-sized sets inspired by Japanese culture: Sakura Creative Kits. Designed to serve as a gentle introduction for young, budding artists, these charming sets include everything needed to take the first steps in drawing: black fine-line pen for outlines Sakura Koi watercolor marker...
What are the distinctive properties of tempera paint? As we discuss in another article of ours, tempera paint* combines the opacity of acrylic with the water solubility of watercolor. It is very versatile and can be either completely opaque or as ethereal as watercolor. However, it is intended to be used primarily in its opaque...
In this article, we address the 9 most common questions about Kopik and alcohol markers in general. Contents What are Copic markers used for? Kopik are designed for quickly sketching, capturing, and presenting ideas. They are a valuable tool for professionals in the fields of architecture, design, fashion, animation, and illustration. Copics are especially popular...
People outside the art world usually come across the names of fine art printing techniques only on the small labels describing the paintings on display in galleries. Intaglio printing techniques (or intaglio, from the Italian intaglio) involve engraving a surface and printing the carved image onto paper —hence the name “intaglio.” These techniques are used...
