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Acurit Adjustable Triangle 10" with Inking EdgeSave Up to52%Off list…measure anything and mark out precise drawing guidelines. Two beveled edges allow you to draw straight lines on paper or mark fabric for cutting. Bow Compass 4 Piece Set: Create a perfect circle every time with the Acurit Tech Bow Compass Set! You can draw circles up to 14 inches in diameter with… Practical tools for drafting and design Acurit Drafting Tools are essential for any architect or architectural student. Drafting precisely measured designs is easy with the Triangular Scale, Erasing Shield, and Bow Compass. Acurit's convenient drafting sets contain all the tools for everyday drafting. Key Features: * Erasing Shield for exact and controlled erasing * Triple-sided ruler with 10 different scales * 6.5" Bow compass * Drafting sets with various tools * Perfect For: * Precise and controlled erasing * Drawing straight and curved shapes * Architectural sketching and planning * Students, teachers, and artists Scholar Triangle Sets: Each triangle is made of clear, high-quality acrylic with inch and centimeter gradations etched along the sides. Smooth inking edges prevent smears. A center cutout in the middle makes picking up the triangle easy. Available in sets of (6", 45°/90° and 8", 30°/60°/90°), (8", 45°/90° and 10", 30°/60°/90°), and (10", 45°/90° and 12", 30°/60°/90°) Adjustable Triangle: Provides the features of a 45°/90° adjustable set square plus those of a protractor. Angles from 0° to 90° can be drawn from the baseline with 1/2° accuracy. The aluminum thumbscrew securely holds the chosen angle and doubles as a lifting handle. Each triangle is made of clear, high-quality acrylic with smooth, inking edges to prevent smearing. Available in a 10" or 12" size. Protractor: The clear acrylic protractor features graduations in 1/2° increments that can be read from left to right as well as right to left. It's easy to pick up the protractor with the beveled center cutout. Available as 360° Protractor 6" or 180° Protractor 6" Lettering Guide: The Acurit Lettering Guide is perfect for drawing guidelines for calligraphy and font design. Lettering guides help ensure consistency in the size and placement of your letters. The guide is made of durable acrylic and has imperial and metric line spacing. Erasing Shield: The Acurit Erasing Shield is made of high-quality .005'' flexible stainless steel. The 3.6"x2.25" shield is easy to hold, and the 23 common aperture shapes make precise erasing simpler while also keeping your artwork clean. Stainless steel Acurit Erasing Shields have rounded corners to protect your fingers and a polished finish that resists tarnishing. An excellent tool for exact and controlled erasing, the ultra-thin shield allows you to contain erasing to select areas of your drawing while also helping you draw straight and curved shapes. Triangular Scale: The 12" Architect’s Triangular Scale from Acurit is a necessary tool for any architect or architectural student. Made from high-impact plastic with tapered edges, you can feel confident that you measured with precision when you use the Architect’s Triangular Scale. The easy-to-read markings resist wear, and each scale is individually packed in a protective plastic cover. This scale is perfect for students, architects, and drafters. It comes in a white satin finish with clear and precise gradations. Includes 10 scales to the foot in 3/32", 3/16", 1/8", ¼", 3/8", ½", ¾", 1", 1 ½", & 3" and one edge is a 12-inch ruler marked in 1/16ths increments. Acurit Gridding Ruler 18": The Acurit 18" Gridding Ruler is superior to other clear rulers on the market. The 2" wide ruler is made of 3mm thick rigid clear plastic and features 8x8 grids per square inch. There are clear markings down to the 1/16", a centering ruler in the middle, and metric markings at the bottom edge. The ruler’s transparent shatter-resistant acrylic design enables you to see through it while measuring. With distinct markings down to the 1/16", a centering ruler in the middle, and metric markings at the bottom edge, you can measure anything and mark out precise drawing guidelines. Two beveled edges allow you to draw straight lines on paper or mark fabric for cutting. Bow Compass 4 Piece Set: Create a perfect circle every time with the Acurit Tech Bow Compass Set! You can draw circles up to 14 inches in diameter with the Acurit Tech Bow Compass or attach the included extension bar to create larger circles up to 22 inches in diameter. The 6.5" Bow Compass has a quick-release button to quickly and easily change the circle diameter on the fly. You can even use the included universal adaptor to fasten your favorite pen or pencil to the compass. If you don't want to use the universal adaptor, you can use one of the extra compass leads included with the set. All of the compass supplies fit neatly inside the sturdy plastic carrying case, perfect for travel. The Acurit Tech Bow Compass set is excellent for sketching, drafting, design, and more! Drafting Beginner Set: Acurit’s 7 piece drafting set is an excellent starter set for beginners in drafting and design. The set contains a 12" acrylic ruler, 0.5mm drafting pencil + Ten 2B graphite refill leads, a 2mm drafting pencil + eight leads, 1 lead pointer for 2mm lead, 1 drafting brush, 1 Scholar Set Square Triangle 45°/90°, and 1 Scholar Set Square Triangle 30°/60°/90°. Drafting Architect Set: Acurit’s ten-piece drafting set is an excellent starter set for beginners in drafting and design. The comprehensive set contains a 180 degree protractor, eraser shield, tech compass set of 2, a 12" triangular architect's scale, one 2mm drafting pencil, eight 2B graphite refill leads, one lead sharpener, a scholar triangle 45°/90°, scholar triangle 30°/60°/90°, a french curve and a drafting brush. Drafting Introduction Set: Acurit’s drafting intro set is an excellent starter set for beginners in drafting and design. The intro set contains a scholar triangle 45°/90°, scholar triangle 30°/60°/90°, 18" clear grid-scale ruler, lettering guide, 6" protractor, 8" 180 degree protractor, and two french curves. See More
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Higgins® Black India Ink, 32oz BottleSave Up to40%Off listBlack Great for sketching, drawing and mixed-media! Black India Ink - Super dense black permanent ink for all types of artwork. Black Magic - Intense ultra opaque black ink for use on acetate, paper or board. Calligraphy - Flowing waterproof carbon ink. Use with fountain pen or brush. Eternal Ink - For reproduction. Free flowing for use in fountain pen or brush. Fountain Pen India Ink - Deep black, free flowing sketching and calligraphy ink. Non-Waterproof Black - The watercolorist's secret to great washes. May be thinned to produce a full array of greys. Intense carbon formulation. Super White - Water-mixable and extra opaque for covering in one application. Waterproof and fade-proof when dry. See More
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Staedtler Mars Dusting BrushSave Up to10%Off list…Hair Brush! The STAEDTLER Mars Dusting Brush is an indispensable tool for quick, convenient removal of drafting powder or eraser residue from drawing surfaces. The Brush consists of the finest quality 100% horsehair glued in a 10" plastic contoured handle. A convenient hole in the handle allows… 100% Quality Horse Hair Brush! The STAEDTLER Mars Dusting Brush is an indispensable tool for quick, convenient removal of drafting powder or eraser residue from drawing surfaces. The Brush consists of the finest quality 100% horsehair glued in a 10" plastic contoured handle. A convenient hole in the handle allows you to hang it nearby for easy access. Ideal for framers, drafters, designers, bookmakers, fine artists, and more! Key Features:* 10" plastic contoured handle with hanging hole* Quality 100% horsehair bristles Perfect For:* Removal of drafting powder or eraser residue* Ideal for framers, drafters, designers, bookmakers, fine artists, and more! Package Dimensions: 12-1/2" x 4" x 1/2" See More
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Hand Manikin, 10" Female Right HandSave Up to69%Off listFully posable hand manikins, ultimate tools in learning perspective! These lifelike premium Hand Manikins (Mannequins) for art will definitely improve your art hand sketching ability! They have movable joints at the knuckle, finger joints and and wrist joint and are made from ultra-smooth ivory… Fully posable hand manikins, ultimate tools in learning perspective! These lifelike premium Hand Manikins (Mannequins) for art will definitely improve your art hand sketching ability! They have movable joints at the knuckle, finger joints and and wrist joint and are made from ultra-smooth ivory wood. Whether sketching or painting, these accurately detailed hand manikin models make incalculably useful perspective aids. Premium Material: Art wooden hand is constructed of durable ultra-smooth ivory wood, strong and sturdy construction, to ensure durability and longevity, smooth surface and no glitches, lightweight and easy to carry Many Applications! A great reference tool for professionals and students who are practicing sketching and drawing/painting, it also doubles as an attractive moveable sculpture. The wooden hand manikin not only is a useful reference tool for the artist as a model for learning proportion, form and shading, but also perfect for shop display, table display, jewelry display, photo prop, art model, artists articulated joints and more Key Features:* Premium manikins* Moveable, posable joints* Deluxe smooth Ivory wood * Both hand styles for children, female and male adults Perfect For:* Sketching* Learning perspective* Decoration See More
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Speedball India Ink - Super Black, 32oz JarSave Up to33%Off list…and waterproof Excellent reproduction quality on absorbent surfaces with optimal lightfastness Easily applied by brush, pen, steel brush or airbrush Does not contain peanut oil AP non-toxic conforms to ASTM-D 4236 A leader in the industry—excellent when compared to competitors in draw down tests Carbon black pigment—highly opaque, Contains shellac. Free-flowing, non-clogging, and waterproof Excellent reproduction quality on absorbent surfaces with optimal lightfastness Easily applied by brush, pen, steel brush or airbrush Does not contain peanut oil AP non-toxic conforms to ASTM-D 4236 A leader in the industry—excellent when compared to competitors in draw down tests See More
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Cretacolor Graphite Powder, 150g JarSave Up to29%Off listUse drawing powders for a variety of mixed media applications: * Great for large-scale works * Erases with a kneaded eraser * Highly pigmented and lightfast * Fixative must be used on the final artwork * Glides easily, smudges, blends, rubs off like chalk * Suitable for wet or dry techniques on… Use drawing powders for a variety of mixed media applications: * Great for large-scale works * Erases with a kneaded eraser * Highly pigmented and lightfast * Fixative must be used on the final artwork * Glides easily, smudges, blends, rubs off like chalk * Suitable for wet or dry techniques on paper or canvas Charcoal Powder - Using a special deep-firing method, Cretacolor creates a dense, rich charcoal. Develop large-scale value drawings or mix with water and a binding agent for additional tonal effects. Graphite Powder - Cretacolor's professional grade graphite in this fine powder state produces luminous light and dark shades of gray. Sepia & Sanguine Powder - Create beautiful works of shadow and light with these professional grade powders. See More
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Koh-I-Noor Rapido-Eze Pen Cleaner, 32oz BottleSave Up to33%Off listDesigned to easily clean technical pen nibs! This thorough nib cleaning system has been specifically designed for quick cleaning of Koh-I-Noor Rapidograph technical pens. To clean, simply remove the nib from the pen body housing, and take off the ink reservoir from the nib. Fill the rubber bulb… Designed to easily clean technical pen nibs! This thorough nib cleaning system has been specifically designed for quick cleaning of Koh-I-Noor Rapidograph technical pens. To clean, simply remove the nib from the pen body housing, and take off the ink reservoir from the nib. Fill the rubber bulb syringe bladder with cleaning fluid, and plug syringe into the back of the point assembly. Gently squeeze the syringe bladder to push cleaner through the nib, which flushes out ink and residue. Clogged points can be soaked in cleaner, and then cleaned with syringe to remove residue. Comes with a 2oz bottle of Koh-I-Noor Rapido-EZE Pen Cleaner. Key Features: * Easy cleaning & maintenance * Bulb syringe system * Flushes nibs easily * Includes 2oz cleaning solution Perfect For: * Cleaning technical pen points * Periodic Technical pen maintenance * Unclogging pen nibs * Artists using technical pens frequently See More
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New York Central Waterproof India Ink, Black (32oz)Save Up to46%Off listBlack Make an Impact with Matte Black India Ink Create bold designs that stand out with New York Central® India Ink. Intense and highly opaque, this permanent water-based ink is ideal for calligraphy and illustration. It flows smoothly onto paper and works well with technical pens, dip pens, paint brushes, and airbrushes. You can dilute the ink with water to create various shades of grey. Once dry, the waterproof ink will not run or smudge even if it gets wet, so it’s perfect for drawing the outlines for layered paintings and illustrations. New York Central’s India ink is so intense that it makes other well-known brands look dull in comparison. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just starting out, you are guaranteed to make an impact with this velvet black Ink. Key Features: * Permanent waterproof ink with a velvet matte finish * Available in 1 oz., 16 oz., and 32 oz. sizes * The blackest India ink you can buy * Lightfast and archival carbon black * Water-based formula * AP Certified non-toxic * Made in the USA Perfect For: * Creating bold works of art that stand out * Illustrators and calligraphers * Technical pens, dip pens, paint brushes, and airbrushes * Fine lines or big strokes * Multimedia techniques * Paper and board Please note: Clean pens with warm water or pen cleaner. Do not pour used ink back into the container. See More
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Danube Professional Watercolor Quill Brush #10Save Up to77%Off listStiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils Superb Kazan Squirrel Quill Brushes, Great… Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils Superb Kazan Squirrel Quill Brushes, Great for All Watercolor Techniques! Experience the precision of Danube Professional Watercolor Quill Professional range of Superb Kazan Squirrel brushes only from Creative Mark. Handmade in Germany, these Kazan squirrel's tail and synthetic blend brushes feature a long point for controlling linear strokes and detail. With a huge brush belly, these brushes hold a large amount of color and does not leave hair behind. Superb brush response--perfect for watercolorists looking for superior control. The key combination to creating this perfect brush was painstakingly balancing the combination of soft (yet resilient) synthetic fiber hair in specific lengths, and adding the right balance of natural hair. Thanks to new state of the art synthetics, this ideally balanced relationship of the mix works flawlessly and has provided near universal acclaim for the Danube Professional Watercolor Quills. For natural hair, we use the sought-after winter coat of the Kazan Squirrel's tail. This hair gets its name from the Kazan Russian Province, native to this animal and the bitter, extreme cold that this thick, strong, bushy coat protects it from. This fullness and coat strength, coupled with modern synthetics, allows the hair in these brushes to stand up to textured watercolor papers better than all others. Key Features:* Handmade in Germany* Kazan squirrel's tail & synthetic blend* Huge Brush Belly* Long point for linear strokes* Holds large amounts of color* Superb brush response Perfect For:* Textured watercolor paper* Heavy washes* Watercolorists looking for superior control* Scripting, holds a lot of ink* Large areas and tiny corners* Studio or Travel Specs:* Kazan squirrel and synthetic blend* Varnished gold wire* Sizes based on diameter in mm Danube Watercolor Quill Set - This set includes a size 6, 10 and 14 along with a black bamboo brush roll up. Great for travel or in the studio! See More
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GOLDEN Gesso Pastel Ground 32 ozSave Up to30%Off listAcrylic preparation for pastels on canvas and other supports GOLDEN Pastel Ground is an acrylic preparation for pastels on canvas and other supports. It creates a toothy surface similar to papers used with pastel and chalk. For an even rougher texture, Fine or Coarse Pumice Gel can be added. GOLDEN… Acrylic preparation for pastels on canvas and other supports GOLDEN Pastel Ground is an acrylic preparation for pastels on canvas and other supports. It creates a toothy surface similar to papers used with pastel and chalk. For an even rougher texture, Fine or Coarse Pumice Gel can be added. GOLDEN Pastel Ground for Pastel can also be tinted with acrylic colors for colored grounds. (Golden acrylics). GOLDEN Pastel Ground is a 100% acrylic medium designed to prepare surfaces for the application of pastels, charcoal and other art media where a coarse tooth is desired. It contains finely ground sand (silica) in a pure acrylic emulsion. Pastel Ground can be applied to paper, canvas, wood or any primed support. This allows almost limitless applications for media typically confined to standard papers. Key Features:* Sizes: 8oz, 32oz & 1 Gallon* Creates toothy surface similar to papers* Acrylic preparation for pastels* Fine or Coarse Pumice Gel can be added* Can also be tinted with acrylic colors Pastel Ground can be used as a toothy, gritty ground for many different media, including: Dry Media:* Soft Pastels* Graphite Pencils* Colored Chalks* Charcoal* Powdered Charcoal Water-based Media: * Water-Soluble Pastels* Colored Pencils* Pastel Pencils* Wax Crayons* Watercolor Pencils* Acrylic Paints Oil-based Media: * Oil Pastels* Oil Sticks* Paint Sticks* Ink Sticks* Pigment Sticks* Oil Paints GOLDEN Pastel Ground Application Thinning Due to the weight of the solids in Ground for Pastels, it is produced very thick, and does not come ready to brush-apply. Thin 20-40% with water to desired consistency. Application Apply with brush, paint-roller, spray equipment, squeegee or palette knife. Mix up only as much as is needed for one day"s work, as the solids will settle rapidly and be extremely difficult to mix back into suspension. Surface Preparation Non-absorbent surfaces should be abraded for increased adhesion. Prime with GOLDEN Gesso or other suitable primers (depending on substrate). Apply one or more coats of GOLDEN Pastel Ground to achieve the desired tooth. On paper, use heavier weight stock to avoid buckling. Allow ground to fully dry before applying media. Color Additions Pastel Ground can be blended with GOLDEN Acrylic Paints to achieve colored grounds. However, add minimal amounts of color since all additions of paint to Ground will decrease the tooth. GOLDEN High Flow Acrylics and Fluid Acrylics blend easily into the ground without thickening the product. High Load Acrylics have the highest pigment load and therefore provide the most color in the least amount of paint. Unless transparency is desired, select paints that are inherently opaque, such as the Pyrroles or earth colors. This will allow lower additions as well. Airbrushing thin layers of color after the ground has dried will give the strongest saturation of color to the ground without affecting the gritty surface. See More
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SoHo Urban Artist India Ink - 32oz BottleSave Up to40%Off listBlack Fast-drying India ink ideal for drawing, Sumi-E, calligraphy and more! New SoHo Urban Artist India Ink is a versatile and indispensable medium for nearly any visual artist! This fast-drying, permanent, deep black India ink is perfect for detailed works and gestural strokes, and while wet cleans up with just soap and water. Use SoHo India Ink for Sumi-E and Chinese calligraphy, for dip-pen drawing and comic book inking, for calligraphy on invitations and cards, for tonal under paintings and quick gestural sketches, or thin with water for use in airbrushes and fountain pens. The deep black ink thins beautifully with water into shades of grey and dries to a rich, permanent finish. India ink is a staple in any artists' supply arsenal, and now SoHo offers this high quality ink at incredible savings! Key Features:* Permanent India ink * Rich deep black color * Thins down with water * Easy clean-up when wet * 2 oz., 16 oz. & 32 oz. bottles Perfect For:* Detailed drawing and comic book inking * Sumi-E and Chinese calligraphy * Tonal under paintings * Expressive sketches * See More
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Viarco Artgraf Water-Soluble Kneadable Graphite, 150 GramsSave Up to35%Off list…The ArtGraf Kit is a gift, a graphite drawing and painting set, a refined present. Extra-large handmade water-soluble graphite stick for big artistic interventions and large scale drawings - The graphite of 8B grade turns this rough object into a smooth drawing and painting instrument. The design of… Revolutionary European versatile water-soluble graphite! Premium Drawing Materials! Portuguese pencil company Viarco makes a unique, versatile water-soluble graphite which are premium drawing materials for over 100 years (Since 1907)! These first-rate art materials are a true treat for any artist who values quality. ArtGraf's main attraction is the totally innovative graphite block, a unique new addition to the art supply world. Behaving much like a watercolor block, ArtGraf's graphite can be used by wetting a brush and loading it with graphite, then painting in beautiful, shimmering monochromatic tones. Also available in a set a soft, water-soluble graphite sketching stick for adding details or shading large areas (also available in packs of 2 or boxes of 10), as well as a travel watercolor brush, all packed in a sleek black case with foam inserts. Perfect for taking on the road, the set can easily be slipped into a pocket or bag. For shading large areas and for gestural strokes, try the generous, 250g XL stick, and get rich shades of black and grey with the new tailor's-chalk-inspired water-soluble Carbon Block. Create beautiful tonal drawings with this deluxe new water-soluble graphite and carbon from one of Europe's premier pencil makers! Everything you need to create subtle & gestural art in water-soluable graphite and carbon! Revolutionary watersoluble graphite Key Features:* Luxury water-soluble graphite and carbon* Made in Portugal by Viarco* Extremely soft and water-soluble* Excellent tool for drawing and painting* Pressed pigment, designed for drawing and painting* Revolutionary, round breaking watersoluabel graphite* Use to make opaque inks* Create texture and dries fast* Non-Harmful materials, also safe for children* Extra-large handmade water-soluble graphite stick for big artistic interventions and large scale drawings* Click on Yellow Icon Next to products for full details Perfect For:* Drawing and painting* Creating unique works of art* For any artist who values quality* Washes and other watercolor techniques* Can be used for calligraphy Water-Soluble Graphite 3 Piece Set + Soft Stick + Brush - With a classic and clean presentation, the ArtGraf Kit includes a 20gr tin of watercolour graphite, a soft water-soluble 8B graphite stick and a pocket brush No. 4 to use with both products. The ArtGraf Kit is a gift, a graphite drawing and painting set, a refined present. Extra-large handmade water-soluble graphite stick for big artistic interventions and large scale drawings - The graphite of 8B grade turns this rough object into a smooth drawing and painting instrument. The design of the ArtGraf XL had as its starting point the factory and the artisanal process used for the production of graphite leads. ArtGraf XL is an unique worldwide object whose artistic potential is totally unexplored and as such it establishes new frontiers to creativity. Exclusive - Water-Soluble Graphite & Carbon Combo Journal Art Kit - This fun new pre-packaged gift sets from Global Art make the ideal kit for any artist on the go! Featuring high quality art products from Viarco ArtGraf, Escoda, Fluid Watercolor Paper, and the Handbook Journal Co. Designed to be portable, versatile and fun! Primary Colours Set of 3 ArtGraf Tailor Shape pieces identified with ColorADD code - Inspired by the traditional tailor’s pencil, the ArtGraf Tailor Shape is a block of pressed pigment, designed for drawing and painting. Extremely soft and water-soluble ArtGraf Tailor Shape allows you to produce a wide range of colours, and light, dark and opaque colours. ArtGraf Tailor Shape is an excellent tool for drawing and painting. Monochromatic Set of 3 ArtGraf Tailor Shape pieces identified with ColorADD code - Inspired by the traditional tailor’s pencil, the ArtGraf Tailor Shape is a block of pressed pigment, designed for drawing and painting. Extremely soft and water-soluble ArtGraf Tailor Shape allows you to produce a wide range of colours, and light, dark and opaque colours. ArtGraf Tailor Shape is an excellent tool for drawing and painting. Water-Soluble Graphite Tin Pans - Paint with a pencil! ArtGraf graphite watercolour is a revolutionary product that totally changes the artist’s relationship with graphite. Pencil painting is perhaps the best expression to define the artistic potential of this material, with which the user can obtain the full scale graphite shades, only with a brush and water. Possible to apply on different surfaces, fast drying, but with great capacity of correction, the ArtGraf watercolours are ground-breaking products. Under the protection of José EmÃdio’s guardian angel, the two versions, the pocket (20gr) and the studio version (60gr) will set brushes wagging Watersoluable Soft Sticks -The ArtGraf Stick is a 9cm long, very soft, highly soluble watercolour graphite stick that allows you to achieve an extensive range of grey shades. Perfect for traditional drawings with graphite, water to highlight details and create watercolour effects. See More
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RAS Tempera Paint for Kids 32 oz Bottle - Burnt UmberSave Up to41%Off listBrown Real Art Supplies for Kids: High quality, non-toxic tempera paint for all applications! Let your children create with the best: RAS Tempera paint! RAS materials are Real Art Supplies for Kids, designed to mimic the color selection and names of a true artists' palette, thus easing the later transition into student and artist grade paint lines. This high quality line of tempera paint is rated ACMI non-toxic and safe for kids of all ages, with a range of vibrant colors that cover beautifully and go on velvety smooth. Water-soluble and easy to clean up with just soap and water, RAS Tempera is an excellent choice for works on paper, windows and is guaranteed to inspire your young artist to greater creative heights! Key Features: * Non-toxic tempera paint for kids * Mimics the colors and names of traditional artists' colors * Water-soluble, easy clean up 17 vibrant colors with excellent coverage * Goes on velvety smooth, dries quickly * Available in 16 oz, 32 oz, and Gallon sizes Perfect For: * Kids of all ages! * Classrooms and Teachers * Social art parties See More
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