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Inside Your Art Materials: The Science of Paint, Paper and Brushes
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Inside Your Art Materials: The Science of Paint, Paper and Brushes

What makes one tube of paint better than another? Why does paper matter so much for watercolour? Here's the material science behind paint, paper, and brushes, and what actually justifies paying m...

art suppliesThe Complete Guide to Watercolour Brushes: Filaments, Shapes and How to Choose

The Complete Guide to Watercolour Brushes: Filaments, Shapes and How to Choose

Master watercolour brush selection with our complete guide to filaments, shapes and how to match brushes to your technique and budget.

art suppliesHow Art Materials Actually Work: The Science Behind What You Create With

How Art Materials Actually Work: The Science Behind What You Create With

Understand how art materials actually work: the chemistry of pigments, binders and additives that determine how paint behaves and what you can create.

art suppliesThe Heritage of the Pencil: 230 Years of Koh-I-Noor

The Heritage of the Pencil: 230 Years of Koh-I-Noor

Discover 230 years of Koh-I-Noor pencil heritage. From 1790 Vienna to today's globally trusted artist pencils, explore the innovations that defined modern pencil manufacturing.

art suppliesThe World at Your Fingertips: Replogle Globes and the Art of Cartography

The World at Your Fingertips: Replogle Globes and the Art of Cartography

Discover the 94-year story of Replogle Globes: from Depression-era innovation to employee buyout heroics. Learn why globes matter in the digital age.

art suppliesUnderstanding Aerosols

Understanding Aerosols

Micador’s comprehensive range of aerosols ensures a quality finishing layer for your artwork. From Picture Varnish to protect from dust, discolouration, and moisture, to Adhesive for binding and mo...