Jackson’s Handmade Soft Pastels are high quality, artist grade pastels. There are 200 soft and bright colours in the range, as well as a wide variety of themed selection sets.

Our Soft Pastels are made carefully by hand which makes them very soft with a smooth, buttery consistency. They have a low binder to pigment ratio which makes them rich and luminous, allowing for both subtle and bold mark making.

Their excellent lightfast qualities mean that pastel paintings created with them will not deteriorate over time. The four fluorescent colours are the only exception; like all fluorescent colours they are not lightfast.

The pastels are made solely from pigments, a bentonite clay binder, and calcium carbonate (chalk). Each pastel measures approximately 55mm in length and 15mm in diameter.

Faber Castell Polychomos are the finest oil-based colour pencils on the market. Each pencil has a 3.8mm lead which is coloured with high-quality artists' pigments suspended in an oil-based binder. This lead is bound to its casing of Californian cedar-wood, which renders it exceptionally break-resistant. It is water-resistant, smudgeproof and has exceptional covering power, though it will also sharpen to a very fine point for detailed work. The full range includes 120 colours which are graded good, very good or maximum for light-fastness.According to Faber Castell's light-fastness scale, this pencil is graded excellent (***).pdf=POLYCHROMOSArtistColorPencils.pdf Polychromos Artist Color Pencils colourchart.

Jackson’s Handmade Soft Pastels are high quality, artist grade pastels. There are 200 soft and bright colours in the range, as well as a wide variety of themed selection sets.

Our Soft Pastels are made carefully by hand which makes them very soft with a smooth, buttery consistency. They have a low binder to pigment ratio which makes them rich and luminous, allowing for both subtle and bold mark making.

Their excellent lightfast qualities mean that pastel paintings created with them will not deteriorate over time. The four fluorescent colours are the only exception; like all fluorescent colours they are not lightfast.

The pastels are made solely from pigments, a bentonite clay binder, and calcium carbonate (chalk). Each pastel measures approximately 55mm in length and 15mm in diameter.

Jackson's Wooden Panels are made of smooth, sanded light plywood, reinforced on the reverse to prevent warping. Sturdy yet lightweight, they are perfect for plein air painting projects and work in the studio.

These panels are made from wood and they are not supplied sealed. This means that liquids are absorbed into the surface and if they get too ‘wet’, there could be a swelling of the veneer. If the panel is to be used for painting then you should seal the surface with a quality glue size or an acrylic based primer. When you're applying acrylic gesso primer, avoid thinning it with water.

After sizing we recommend priming with acrylic gesso and sanding the surface to produce a smooth yet slightly absorbent surface.

Jackson's Wooden Panels can also be used for encaustic painting, or as a work support / drawing board.

Available in 20mm (approx. 3/4") and 50mm (approx. 2") deep profiles, in a wide range of sizes.

Please note: as this is a natural product, small cracks can develop on the surface. These can be removed by sanding the surface before applying the sealer or primer.

Start with acrylic.
Daler-Rowney Simply Acrylic brushes are made with golden Taklon and are synthetic material formulated to exhibit the qualities of the finest hair brushes.

Golden Taklon hair.
Simply Acrylic brushes cover a variety of shapes and sizes to fit all the needs of a beginner artist. They are available in a selection of sets.

Gamvar saturates and gives greater depth to the colours in your painting and gives your work a unified and protective semi-gloss surface. Developed in collaboration with the National Gallery of Art, Gamvar goes on water-clear, stays water-clear and can be easily and safely removed with Gamsol. Gamvar is virtually odourless and ready to apply. Gamvar can be applied when the thickest areas of your painting are thoroughly dry and firm to the touch.

Jackson’s Handmade Soft Pastels are high quality, artist grade pastels. There are 200 soft and bright colours in the range, as well as a wide variety of themed selection sets.

Our Soft Pastels are made carefully by hand which makes them very soft with a smooth, buttery consistency. They have a low binder to pigment ratio which makes them rich and luminous, allowing for both subtle and bold mark making.

Their excellent lightfast qualities mean that pastel paintings created with them will not deteriorate over time. The four fluorescent colours are the only exception; like all fluorescent colours they are not lightfast.

The pastels are made solely from pigments, a bentonite clay binder, and calcium carbonate (chalk). Each pastel measures approximately 55mm in length and 15mm in diameter.

Akoya brushes, so named because their pure white silky hairs resemble the Akoya pearl, have been developed to match and build upon qualities offered by the leading natural hog brushes. Colour and liquid absorbency is maximised by craters in each hair that gather pigment and replicate natural hairs in a way that other synthetic brushes are not capable of. In addition to this, the Akoya brushes maintain the excellent spring and shape that one would expect of a synthetic brush, reinforced by the two thicknesses of hair used. These brushes are designed to last, thanks to a heating process that causes the hairs to retain their shape after use, and the strength of the filaments themselves. This durability means that you won't have bristles breaking off in your paint. With slightly stiffer hair than our Procryl brushes, the Akoya exhibits the best characteristics of both the highest grade natural and the finest synthetic brushes. Please note that this synthetic brush does not contain any animal products, either in the varnish, bristles, paint or glue. For more information and reviews on Jackson's Ayoka Brushes, click here.

Faber-Castell Creative Studio Acrylic Tubes (20ml x 12) - 8901180792124

The compact sets are an easy and inexpensive way of getting started with new painting techniques. Each set contains 12 selected colours, respectively chosen for each technique. Hobby artists are inspired by the high pigmentation and extraordinary brilliance of the colours which can be applied dirctly from tube. The different product features open up new ways of application possibilities.

Faber-Castell A4 Stretch Canvas (260gsm)(Thin Edge) - 6001830006587

Stretch Canvas 260 gsm (Thin Edge 20mm), made with Polyester Blend Canvas, Acid-Free, 20mm Frame Depth, Frames are Hand Made from Re-Manufactured Wood that will not Warp or Crack, Individually Stretched by Hand with Folded Corners, Mitred corners secured with Corner Blocks for Extra Strength, Bevelled Inner Edges ensure Canvas Surface does not touch the Frame, Multimedia Friendly, Can be used with or without a base coat or primer, Made in South Africa.

Ink drawings have a very long artistic tradition. This has always been an interesting medium for artists and graphic artists, it lends drawings expression and durability and can also be combined with many other drawing techniques.
Faber-Castell has combined all the advantages of artist’s inks with the benefits of a modern, easy-to-use pen – the Pitt Artist Pen. The pigmented and very lightfast drawing ink is ideal for sketches, drawings, layouts, fashion design and illustration.

Jackson's White Gesso Panels are made of Cradled Pine and MDF board, and can be bought as singles or in packs of ten. These economical panels feature a surface that is tough enough for the most rigorous painting and mixed-media techniques.

Jackson's White Gesso Panels have been hand-coated with a professional acid-free acrylic gesso ground, with added Titanium White. The frame is made of Pine wood, and the board is MDF. This makes them ideal for use with all drawing and painting media. Because these panels have been made by hand, they are not perfectly uniform and may display slight differences in texture. The surface of the panel may appear perfectly smooth, or be slightly textured like cold-pressed watercolour paper. If a perfectly smooth surface is required, they can be given a light sanding with fine grade sandpaper.

These panels are great for watercolour - if you want a smoother, even more absorbent ground, you can add one of our watercolour mediums.

The Derwent Drawing Pencil has an extra wide, creamy textured core which produces a beautifully soft, velvety finish. It is the perfect medium for wildlife and nature studies, and is seen by many artists as the ideal pencil to draw 'fur & feather'. It is also ideal for rich subtle landscapes and deep thoughtful portraits. Available in 24 subtle shades.

Start with acrylic.
Daler-Rowney Simply Acrylic brushes are made with golden Taklon and are synthetic material formulated to exhibit the qualities of the finest hair brushes.

Golden Taklon hair.
Simply Acrylic brushes cover a variety of shapes and sizes to fit all the needs of a beginner artist. They are available in a selection of sets.

This Ceramic Palette has a nice weighty feel and can be used with watercolour, inks and dyes. Because it is made from porcelain, it is easy to clean, will not stain and will keep your paints wet for longer than a plastic palette; providing a longer period for wet mixing and allowing you to avoid having to colour match to dry hues. Ceramic palettes are very sturdy and designed for years of consistent use. This palette measures 5"� x 7"� with 21 wells and a long larger well for mixing. It comes with a lid which can be used as a large mixing palette or can sit on top in order to prevent dust getting into your paints as well as to keep them from drying out quickly. The lid is not air-tight and rests on the top, rather than providing a tight 'snap'-like close. Round Well measurements: Diameter - 1. 85 cm, Depth - 1 cm.

Bockingford is a beautiful English watercolour paper, traditionally made on a cylinder mould machine at St Cuthberts Mill. This is a high quality paper made using pure materials to archival standards.The surface is created using natural woollen felts that give it a distinctive random texture. Appreciated for its excellent colour lifting abilities. This is an extremely forgiving watercolour paper valued by professional and amateur artists around the world.

The View Catcher lets you view your subject matter and your artwork so you can make better decisions about composition, value judgement and true colour.

Size: 90mm x 90mmAperture Size: 50mm x 50mm

The 10oz traditional medium texture weave used for our Premium Cotton Canvas is suitable for oil and acrylic painting - from thin washes to thick impasto marks, and is universally primed to protect the natural fibres of the cotton. Each canvas is tightly stretched over a sturdy pine wood stretcher frame, and has the look and feel of a canvas that has been made for you by hand. Unique to this range are a number of sizes that have the proportions of the Golden Ratio, the shape considered most aesthetically pleasing throughout western art history. Nothing has been compromised in their manufacture so that nothing is compromised in your finished work. GS = Golden Section size(-) = Crossbar(+) = 2 x Crossbar

A helpful plastic bucket with a brush washer and water pot. It measures overall 158mm x 158mm x 98mm. Features slots for a variety of small brushes around the edge. The lid also doubles as a palette with 4 round wells and one circular deep mixing well. The lid measures 130mm x 130mm x 189mm.

Jackson’s Handmade Soft Pastels are high quality, artist grade pastels. There are 200 soft and bright colours in the range, as well as a wide variety of themed selection sets.

Our Soft Pastels are made carefully by hand which makes them very soft with a smooth, buttery consistency. They have a low binder to pigment ratio which makes them rich and luminous, allowing for both subtle and bold mark making.

Their excellent lightfast qualities mean that pastel paintings created with them will not deteriorate over time. The four fluorescent colours are the only exception; like all fluorescent colours they are not lightfast.

The pastels are made solely from pigments, a bentonite clay binder, and calcium carbonate (chalk). Each pastel measures approximately 55mm in length and 15mm in diameter.

Aqua Elite by Princeton is an innovative synthetic hair brush that is designed to perform like natural Kolinsky, yet at a lower price point.

Princeton Aqua Elite brushes are excellent for artists working with watercolour and oil paints. They are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, and are all animal friendly. Aqua Elite Travel Brushes are also available.

These polypropylene bags/cellophane sleeves are ideal for storing, transporting and packaging paper artworks. There is room built into the measurement of these bags for a mount and artwork to fit i.e. the artwork can be the same as the measurement given for the bag. Each pack contains 10 polypropylene bags sleeves. These bags are self-seal and have a self-adhesive strip.

Paint wonderful watercolours to your heart's content with the Daler Rowney Simply Watercolour Set! With 6 bold and bright colours that can all be blended and mixed to create even more, you'll have everything you need to create that perfect watercolour scene.

Translucent white plastic bottle, with sealable flip top.Ideal for storing water, mediums, mixed colours etc.Capacity: 8oz (250ml)This plastic bottle has a plastic teat measuring 5mm in diameter at the tip and a length of 40mm. The plastic bottle is 137mm in length and 50mm in diameter and a volume capacity of 250ml.

Suitable for all printmaking techniques, Fabriano Unica originates from the many centuries of experience gained by the Fabriano paper mills and developed in collaboration with a group of artists from the Opificio della Rosa, an international centre dedicated to the awareness and spread of traditional and innovative methods of printmaking. Fourdrinier made, 50% cotton, acid free paper. Flexible and resistant. Also suitable for drawing mediums such as graphite, charcoal and pencil.