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Lukas 1862 PRO Oil Paints Spectrum Set of 40, 37ml TubesSave Up to74%Off listAssorted Colors Germany's Finest Oil Colors now available in luxury oil painting sets! These deluxe sets are the perfect introduction to LUKAS 1862 Artists' Oil Colors! Now you can have the rich, 145-year history of LUKAS oils at your fingertips in a convenient set that also includes all the necessary oil mediums and even brushes! Whether you're looking for a complete setup for a first-time oil painter, a way to broaden your painting experience and material knowledge, or a beautiful lavish gift, LUKAS has the perfect set that will fit your needs. LUKAS 1862 Professional Oil Colors are incredibly smooth with a consistent ground particle size. All of the colors have the intensity valued by master artists! Key Features: * Convenient oil paint sets * Incomparable color intensity, highly pigmented * Colors enhanced with beeswax * Non-yellowing sunflower oil binder * Outstanding lightfastness * Shorter drying time * Dry to the touch usually in 2 to 4 days * Triple milled for smoothness * Pure, refined mediums * Click the yellow circle icon for set contents * Perfect For: * Gift giving * Clean and lifelike color mixing * Sampling brilliant color ranges * Smooth consistency and buttery feel * Studio painters * Plein Air artists * Alla Prima painting * Luxury oil painter gifts! 1862 Finest Oil Colors Deluxe Wooden Box Set: 27, 37 ml tubes of 1862 Oils Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Red Light, Cadmium Yellow Lemon, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cobalt Blue, Cyan Blue, Emerald Green, English Red, Green Earth, Indian Yellow, Indigo, Ivory Black, Lukas Red, Magenta Red, Opaque White, Payne's Grey, Permanent Green (Yellow), Raw Umber, Titanium White, Ultramarine, Ultramarine Violet, Van Dyke Brown, Viridian, Yellow Ochre, and Zinc White. Medium 1 (Fast-Drying Underpainting Medium) 50 ml bottle, Medium 2 (Wet-on-Wet Painting Medium) 50 ml bottle, Medium 3 (Fast-Drying Glazing Medium) 50 ml bottle, Bleached Linseed Oil, Picture Varnish (Gloss) 50 ml bottle, Brush Cleaner II 50 ml bottle, Citrus Turpentine 50 ml bottle, 5 LUKAS brushes, two Deluxe palette knives (Styles 5564 and 5568), two pieces of charcoal for sketching, one wooden palette, and a deluxe mahogany-finished 3-drawer "treasure chest." Please Note: The mediums included in this set are considered hazardous materials. This set cannot be shipped by Air or Next Day Services. The set can only be shipped by ground. LUKAS 1862 Oil Color 10 ml Set of 12 Colors: Set contains: Transparent Red Oxide, Ice Blue, Quinacridone Red, Quinacridone Magenta, Cobalt Teal, Brown Pink, Permanent Rose, Transparent Yellow Oxide, Yellow Ochre Light, Naples Yellow Light, Ivory Black, and Titanium White. LUKAS 1862 Oil Wood Box Set: Set contains: 12 tubes of 37ml Lukas 1862 oils (Cadmium Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Yellow light, Indian Yellow, Cadmium Red Light, Cobalt Blue, Cyan Blue (Primary), Ultramarine, Sap Green, Phthalo Green, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, and Ivory Black), one natural lacquered Box, one stretched canvas 30x40 cm, one cotton painting board 30x40 cm, one wooden palette, one Titanium white 200ml tube, two painting knives, five bristle brushes, 50ml brush cleaner oil, 50ml bleached linseed oil, and one Double Dipper Palette Cup. Lukas 1862 Oil Color Paints 37ml Spectrum Set of 40: Colors include Titanium White, Lemon Primary Yellow, Peach Pink, Cadmium Yellow Lemon, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Yellow, Yellow Ochre, Cassel Earth, Burnt Umber, Cyan Primary Blue, Cerulean Blue, Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Blue, Royal Blue, Bohemian Green Earth, Ivory Black, Warm Grey, Alizarin Crimson, Beige, Blue Black, Burnt Sienna, Cadmium Orange, Cadmium Red Deep, Cadmium Red Light, Cobalt Violet Hue, Geranium Lake, Gold Metallic, Green Earth, Indian Yellow, Magenta Red (Primary), Naples Yellow, Paynes Grey, Phthalo Green, Prussian Blue, Raw Sienna, Raw Umber, Sap Green, Turquoise, and Vermillion Light. Lukas 1862 Oil Colors 160-Year Anniversary Masters Set of 10, 37ml: To celebrate the 160th anniversary of LUKAS, we have created a limited-edition set composed of our finest 1862 artists’ oil colors. This set celebrates and is inspired by artists that have been part of LUKAS' history since the beginning, such as Master Painter Vincent Van Gogh, whose color palette is reflected in this set. The set includes Zinc White, Permanent Yellow Light, Cadmium Orange, Vermilion Deep, Ultramarine, Cobalt Blue, Prussian Blue, Emerald Green, Yellow Ochre, and Burnt Umber Please note the contents of each set can be substituted without notice. See More
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Grumbacher Pre-Tested Oil Paint 37 ml Tube - Cerulean BlueSave Up to50%Off listBlue Good Color Variety That Glides Smoothly! America's favorite oil paints since 1905! Pre-Tested® is Grumbacher's flagship. Grumbacher's time-proven formulas are finely tuned through independent laboratory tests as well as hands-on trials by professional artists. They specify the best ingredients available, putting each one through a rigorous selection process. Grumbacher Pre-Tested Oil Paints provide high chroma, superior tinting strength, and excellent adhesion for the professional artist. Grumbacher specifies only the best ingredients that are available, putting every new color through a rigorous selection process. Key Features:* Optimal color development* Excellent lightfastness ratings * Reformulated cadmium for purer and stronger colors* Superior adhesion and outstanding tinting strength* Outstanding working properties* Milled in select alkali-refined linseed oil* Mainly single pigment colors* Made in the U.S.A. Perfect For:* Practicing your painting* Smooth application* Great color variety* A modern palette color palette * Archival permanence* Portraitists and landscape painters* Artists of all skill levels Titanium White (Original) - A permanent, heavy-bodied, versatile, opaque, pure white that is neutral in hue. Ideal for all applications where great opacity is required. This is the strongest tinting white. Titanium White (Soft) - This pigment is permanent, soft-bodied, opaque, non-yellowing and ground in poppy seed and sunflower oils. Also recommended for fluid wet-in-wet techniques. Zinc White - A permanent, heavy-bodied, semi-opaque, cool, crisp white. Designed especially for brilliant clear tints with all oil colors and excellent for glazing. Pre-Tested Oil Color Set of 10: See More
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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor - Permanent Rose, 37ml TubeSave Up to45%Off listRed Only the purest pigments to ensure quality and permanence Artist Henry Newton and chemist William Winsor introduced moist watercolors to the world in 1835. Professional Watercolor Paints are still made by offering artists the most comprehensive balanced choice of pigments with the greatest possible lightfastness. Advances in pigment technology and production have improved the watercolor range. Each color within this wide range has been formulated so that artists can use the color palette that best suits their work. Besides, many of the watercolor recipes have not changed in over 180 years, proving they cannot be improved! Key Features: * Range of 108 colors * 79 Single pigment colors * 5ml, 14ml, and 37ml tubes * Carefully formulated and milled colors * Colors have a unique brilliance and clarity * The greatest possible permanence * Lightfast and permanent * Unrivaled transparency * Best pigment dispersion * Perfect For: * Professional Watercolorists * Painting breathtaking washes with ease * Beautifully clean color mixing * Permanent, professional works of art * Stands nicely on watercolor paper * Free flowing, vivid watercolor painting See More
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LUKAS Studio Oil Color Landscape Set of 17, 37ml w/ 1 Free White Tube & Mezzo Straight Rack #2Save Up to81%Off listLandscape Colors The ideal introduction to Germany's Finest Studio Oil Colors! High quality, professional oil paint at a reasonable value! The ideal introduction to Germany's Finest Studio Oil Colors! LUKAS Studio Oil Colors have all the brilliance and durability of professional oil paints, but without the exorbitant cost! Combining high quality pigments with an exclusive blend of linseed oil, sunflower oil and beeswax, LUKAS Studio Oils have exceptional covering power, a buttery consistency, and even drying for a stronger paint film. The only concession made in these paints is that all toxic and expensive pigments have been eliminated. Now you can try out these excellent oil paints without spending a bundle! Key Features:* Sets of: 6, 12 & Amazing Wood Box Set* Heavy pigment load* Excellent light fastness* Click Yellow Technotes for set contents* Dry to the touch in 2 to 4 days* Exclusive blend of linseed oil, sunflower oil and beeswax* Great quality professional paints Perfect For:* Well-balanced range of color* Smooth, buttery consistency* High quality pigments* Strong paint film* Paint at an affordable cost* Excellent feel with the brush, or palette knife* Painting more, worry about cost less! Wood Easel Box Set - This limited edition Studio Oil Color Deluxe Box Set contains a plethora of Lukas Studio Oil Colors and tools in a beautiful wood gift box. This set includes twelve 20ml Lukas Studio Colors (Titanium White, Lemon Yellow (Primary), Cadmium Yellow Light (Hue), Yellow Ochre, Magenta Red (Primary), Cadmium Red Deep (Hue), Cyan Blue (Primary), Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Green (Viridian), Burnt Sienna, Van Dyke Brown, Ivory Black) as well as a handy easel box, a painting knife, wooden palette (7.9x11.8"), 3 acrylic art boards (8x12"), and 3 synthetic long handle brushes (Bright 8, Round 12 & 20). A great value for a great paint line! Studio Trial Set of 6 - This set contains six 20 ml tubes of LUKAS Studio Oils, one each of the three primary colors, brown, white and black. (Titanium White, Lemon Yellow (Primary), Magenta Red (Primary), Cyan Blue (Primary), Burnt Sienna, Ivory Black) Perfect for learning color mixing! Studio Oils Set of 12 - This set contains 12 20 ml tubes of LUKAS Studio Oils, one each of Opaque White, Cadmium Yellow Light, Yellow Ochre Light, English Red Light, Madder Lake Deep, Cadmium Red Deep, Burnt Sienna, Van Dyke Brown, Cobalt Blue Light, Prussian Blue, Viridian, Ivory Black Perfect for learning color mixing! Studio Oils Set of 6 - This set contains 37 ml tubes of: Titanium White, Lemon Yellow (Primary), Magenta Red (Primary), Cyan Blue (Primary), Burnt Sienna, Ivory Black "As a test, I laid down my current stock of colors fron W & N next to the same Lukas colors and noticed right away there was a difference in both consistency and color intensity. Every one of the Lukas colors was more pure and covered the canvas paper better. one of the colors I ordered was the cobalt violet. This is not a color I've seen anywhere else and I have to say, it's lovely. I much prefer it to dioxazine purple." See More
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Winsor & Newton Designers Gouache 37ml Tube - Ivory BlackSave Up to50%Off listBlack High quality, gouache paints that produce varying degrees of transparency & opacity Winsor & Newton Designers Gouache are brilliant, smooth and extremely opaque water-based colors. Opaque matt colour, perfect for creating bold, vibrant artworks. Popular with designers, illustrators and commercial artists. These luxurious paints may be used with airbrushes or in conjunction with other water-based media, such as acrylic and transparent watercolors, to produce varying degrees of transparency, opacity and texture made in England. This line of gouache is unique in that the range gets its high degree of opacity from pigment load alone, not from added opacifiers. This fine quality gouache levels to an even matte surface, while the opacity is perfect for adding "spot color" and highlights to transparent watercolor paintings. Mainly used by designers, illustrators and commercial artists to create vibrant illustrations in solid color, gouache is also widely used in fine art as an opaque watercolor. Made in England. Key Features:* 89 Brilliant, smooth and extremely opaque water-based colors* Sets: Primary Set of 6, Intro Set of 10 * High degree of opacity* Fine quality gouache levels to an even matte surface* Produce varying degrees of transparency, opacity and texture* High level of pigmentation and the Gum Arabic binder Designers Gouache dries to a matte finish* Reduces reflection when photographing gouache art work* Exceptional value for the price* Made in England Perfect For:* Used with airbrushes or in conjunction with other water-based media* Opacity is perfect for adding "spot color" and highlights to transparent watercolor paintings* Use in fine art as an opaque watercolor Winsor & Newton Designers Gouache Sets Designers Gouache Primary Set of 6 - This wonderful Primary Set includes one 14 ml tube of Primary Yellow, Primary Red, Primary Blue, Forest Green, Ivory Black, and Zinc White Designers Gouache Intro Set of 10 - This broad Intro Set includes one 14 ml tube of Primary Yellow, Permanent Yellow Deep, Spectrum Red, Primary Red, Ultramarine Blue, Primary Blue, Brilliant Green, Yellow Ochre, Ivory Black, and Zinc White See More
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New York Central Professional Control Oil Color Brush Hog Bristle Super Short Flats (118) Set of 5 with Brush Easel CaseSave Up to77%Off list…ferrule) onto the wood handle assures long use. Professional Brush Sets Details Ultimate 19 Control Brush Collection Includes: The set is a complete collection of this legendary range of brushes in a handmade leather brush case. The set includes 19 total brushes: SP MIX Sizes 6, 12, 18, and 22 -… The Ultimate In Luxury Brushes! Professionally Curated Oil Color Brush Sets These Professional Control Oil Color Brushes offer the legendary quality that has come to be associated with the trusted name of New York Central®. Tools of the trade, this collection of brushes offer superior control, making them indispensable tools of the trade. Handmade in Germany, these brushes feature impeccably fashioned, balanced wood handles, silver nickel-plated seamless ferrules, and superior crimping for long-term use without wear! Available in three types of brush hair: SP Mix, proprietary blend, Kolinsky Red Sable, and Hog Bristle. Choose from one of our carefully curated brush sets! These brushes will amaze you and allow you to create art that no other line of brushes in the world can do Brush Hair SP MIX-This is a proprietary blend of soft hair that feels like Fitch hair but holds much more color than Fitch. They hold a lot of thinned paint for glazing for exacting strokes over great areas and fine details over smaller areas. Excellent for dabbing too. Semi-coarse feel. Medium brush stroke evidenced after painting. KOLINSKY RED SABLE-Made of only the finest Kolinsky hair that has been stored and brought out of the vault, especially for these brushes. As the climate becomes warmer newer hair is not as full and not as springy. Brushes made with this hair will provide the most exact control for various painting techniques. Soft feel. Least brush stroke evidenced after painting. HOG BRISTLE-Not all bristle hair is created equal. This hair is the very finest available on earth. Then it is treated to be soft and pliable to reduce the breaking of the hair when painting and to provide the most control possible. Coarse feel. Most brush stroke evidenced after painting. Ferrule Silver nickel-plated seamless ferrules are used for these brushes. They are the very best in use today. Handle Made in Germany these wood handles provide a balanced feel and are impeccably fashioned. The superior crimping of the brush head (hair and ferrule) onto the wood handle assures long use. Professional Brush Sets Details Ultimate 19 Control Brush Collection Includes: The set is a complete collection of this legendary range of brushes in a handmade leather brush case. The set includes 19 total brushes: SP MIX Sizes 6, 12, 18, and 22 - Kolinsky Sizes 0, 2, 4, and 12 - Short Filberts Sizes 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, and 12 and sizes 2, 8, 12, 20 and 28 Extra Short Flats. SP Mix Control Almond Filberts (115) Set of 5 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of Sizes: 0, 4, 6, 12, and 18 plus a Brush Easel Case Kolinsky Sable Almond Filberts (116) Set of 5 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of Sizes: 0, 2, 4, 6, 12 plus a Brush Easel Case Hog Bristle Short Almond Filberts (117) Set of 6 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of Sizes: 1,2,4,6,8, and 12 plus a Brush Easel Case Hog Bristle Super Short Flats (118) Set of 5 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of Sizes: 2, 6, 12, 18 and 24 plus a Brush Easel Case See More
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da Vinci Petit Gris Watercolor 3-Brush Black Box Gift SetSave Up to30%Off listGreat Gift Sets For That Special Artist! Da Vinci watercolor brushes are great for gift giving. Now you can give the gift of Cosmotop Spin, Casaneo, or Petit Gris watercolor brushes in a beautiful black gift box! Each gift box has a practical magnetic closure. The synthetic Petit Gris brushes have a… Great Gift Sets For That Special Artist! Da Vinci watercolor brushes are great for gift giving. Now you can give the gift of Cosmotop Spin, Casaneo, or Petit Gris watercolor brushes in a beautiful black gift box! Each gift box has a practical magnetic closure. The synthetic Petit Gris brushes have a fantastic capacity for holding water and are excellent for creating continuous lines. The blending and arrangement of five different diameters of synthetic hair help Cosmotop Spin Brushes mimic the behavior of natural hair. Casaneo brushes feature Da Vinci's innovative synthetic "wavy fiber" that has an incredible water-holding capacity yet returns to its original shape better than any natural squirrel brush. Key Features: * Synthetic hair * Black gift box with magnetic closure * Nickel-plated seamless ferrules * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolor, gouache, and acrylics * Area work and washes * Travel and en plein air painting * Superb brush response & control * Watercolorists of all skill levels * Students, teachers, professionals * Animal-friendly artists See More
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Rembrandt Oil Color Master Color Selection Set of 34Save Up to40%Off listAssorted Colors The Professional's Choice - pure and intense colors Royal Talens makes Rembrandt Oil Paints with only the best raw materials. The professional artists' oils are lightfast, and all colors are rated for 100 + years in museum conditions. They grind the pigments extra fine on a three-roll mill. That's why Rembrandt oil paints have such a rich buttery feel. Royal Talens crafts each color with the same handling properties, dry time, and sheen, regardless of pigment. This formula allows you to work quickly with less mediums in most cases. Out of the 120 colors in the range, Rembrandt's transparent earth colors are the most famous. Many professional artists rank these colors as essential because of their breathtaking transparency and brilliance. Key Features: * 120 colors * 40ml & 150ml tubes * Linseed or safflower seed oil binder * Extra Fine pigment grind * High degree of lightfastness * Incredibly strong tinting strength * Harmonious handling properties * Highest pigment load * Made in Holland Perfect For: * Extra fine quality * Very pure and intense colors * Optimal color strength with very high pigment concentration * Complete range of 120 colors * Buttery feel * Noticeable brilliance and color intensity * The new well-balanced selection of 120 colors has traditional and contemporary tones. This range includes extremely lightfast permanent yellows, reds, ultramarine greens, and modern metal colors. Plus, a full complement of transparent glaze colors like Quinacridone Rose and opaque colors like Nickel Titanium Yellow add depth and interest. The four madder shades are perfect for artists seeking a range of permanent Alizarin Crimson shades. Deluxe Sets Available with Exclusive Extras! Click on the item number to view the contents of each bundle set. See More
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da Vinci Grigio Series 7795 New Wave Synthetic Round Brush Set of 4Save Up to30%Off listThe Ultimate In Synthetic Brushes! Holds a large amount of paint! da Vinci Grigio New Wave Synthetic Brushes are made especially for painting with thicker oil and acrylic paints. The search for the perfect synthetic brush is over! You can use da Vinci Grigio New Wave Synthetic Brushes with… The Ultimate In Synthetic Brushes! Holds a large amount of paint! da Vinci Grigio New Wave Synthetic Brushes are made especially for painting with thicker oil and acrylic paints. The search for the perfect synthetic brush is over! You can use da Vinci Grigio New Wave Synthetic Brushes with traditional oil paints or acrylics! The secret behind this new line of brushes is Da Vinci's proprietary combination of 3 separate diameters of synthetic fiber. The new synthetic fiber is a cross between the characteristics of natural black sable and badger hair. Carefully assembled to guarantee durability, color absorption, and elasticity, these fibers are excellent for subtle oil painting techniques as well as a variety of acrylic methods. da Vinci Grigio New Wave Synthetic bristles have the ideal combination of stiffness and snap that is excellent for delicate or bold painting techniques. Key Features:* 3 diameters synthetic filament hair* Characteristics of natural hair* Long Bordeaux-colored handles* Crisp brush edges & fine points* Holds a large amount of paint* Bordeaux hexagonal handles* Vegan-friendly brushes* Slightly rough-textured synthetic fibers Perfect For:* Acrylic paint* Traditional or water-soluble oils* Students, amateurs, professionals* Glazing to heavy impasto techniques* Fine control with heavy acrylics* Move paint with ease on the canvas* Quality and longevity* Nice fine edge for detail Why choose da Vinci Grigio: * A new crimped fiber, multi diameter synthetic developed by da Vinci in German * Has the feel of natural hair, a mixture of different, slightly rough-textured fibers * For oil, acrylic, water mixable oil, tempera and gouache colors * Very high colour absorption, good elasticity, and a uniform, controllable fluid color release * Stronger and more elastic than synthetic mongoose brushes * Made in Germany, da Vinci is family owned and committed to artists since 1890 See More
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Da Vinci Casaneo Series 5598 Large Round Brush Set Of 4Save Up to30%Off list…available in popular shapes and sizes including Round, Oval, Flat, Wash, Quill, Liner, and Mottler! Plus Many Convenient sets! Key Features: * Many Shapes, Sizes and Sets * Popular shapes & sizes: Round, Oval, Flat, Wash, Quill, Liner, and Mottler * Synthetic squirrel hair * Mimic the behavior… The Ultimate Synthetic Watermedia Brush! The number one choice for the Urban Sketching movement, watercolors, gouache, and acrylics, the da Vinci Casaneo brushes feature da Vinci's innovative synthetic "wavy fiber" that has an incredible water-holding capacity yet returns to its original shape better than any natural squirrel brush. Excellent for watercolors, gouache, acrylics, inks, silk painting, and calligraphy, these watercolor brushes are perfect for travel and painting en plein air. Each brush has a nickel-plated seamless ferrule that is rust-resistant. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to make sure that the brush-head is flawless, and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. da Vinci Casaneo Synthetic Brushes are available in popular shapes and sizes including Round, Oval, Flat, Wash, Quill, Liner, and Mottler! Plus Many Convenient sets! Key Features: * Many Shapes, Sizes and Sets * Popular shapes & sizes: Round, Oval, Flat, Wash, Quill, Liner, and Mottler * Synthetic squirrel hair * Mimic the behavior of natural hair * Rust-resistant seamless ferrule * Unsurpassed water-holding capacity * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolors, gouache, and acrylics * Area work and washes * Travel and en-plein air painting * Superb brush response & control * Portraits and silk painting * Linework and design * Artist's seeking synthetic brushes * Students, teachers, professionals * Animal-friendly artists See More
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Hamburg Premier PRO Handmade Brushes - Studio Set of 21 w/Rockwell Brush CaseSave Up to72%Off list…proprietary blend of natural and synthetic hair, providing the much-loved feel of Mongoose - only better! * An elite line of brushes, Hamburg did not set out to be as good as mongoose but to be better.* Created from a strategic proprietary blend of natural and synthetic blended multi-filament sizes… A proprietary blend of natural and synthetic hair, providing the much-loved feel of Mongoose - only better! * An elite line of brushes, Hamburg did not set out to be as good as mongoose but to be better.* Created from a strategic proprietary blend of natural and synthetic blended multi-filament sizes of hair. The blend harmoniously matches the strength and resilience of Mongoose!* May Be Used With All Media* Move Heavy Body Paint With Exact Precision* Better Control Than Mongoose* Hold Lots Of Thinned Color Providing Excellent Pointing and Fine Edges with Superb Resiliency while being bushy and soft for blending and Glazing Techniques* Handmade and Batch Tested In Germany To Exact Standards* Hand Made in Germany in one of the world's finest and prestigious brush factories that traces its roots to the 18th Century Hamburg Premier Professional Brushes feature: Brights, Filberts, and Rounds. Created from a strategic proprietary blend of natural and synthetic blended multi-filament sizes of hair. The blend harmoniously matches the strength and resilience of Mongoose! Handmade in Germany, Hamburg Premier Professional Brushes will provide you with an amazing painting experience and exceptional results! Key Features: * Handmade, harmoniously blend matches the strength and resilience of Mongoose * Proprietary strategic blend of synthetic and natural hair * Each brush is created with an 8-step process * Handmade in Germany in one of the world's finest brush factories that can trace its roots to the 18th Century * Ideal workhorse, texture between hog & sable * Solves almost all the issues for the oil color artists * Can be used alone or with bristle and kolinsky hair brushes for the very best results when painting * Carefully balanced blend of both multiple diameter synthetic filaments & natural hair varieties * Nickel plated brass ferrules * Balanced, triple lacquered birch handles * Bristles hand cupped, tied, and glued * Fan brushes are completely natural Badger hair * High-quality top of the line brushes Perfect For: * Most oil painting techniques * Professional oil painters * Artists wanting the best experience * Mongoose brush aficionados * Painting in oils, acrylics, alkyds * Handmade brush enthusiasts * Perfect banned Mongoose replacement * * Click Here For Brushes Size Chart > The Hamburg Professional Brushes Story - A One-of-a-Kind, Very Special Handmade Brush That You Will Absolutely Love To Use! Handmade in Germany in one of the world's finest brush factories that can trace its roots to the 18th CenturyHandmade, designed, and tested to exacting standards, Hamburg Premier Professional Brushes will provide you with an amazing painting experience and exceptional results. All Hamburg Brushes are guaranteed to meet or exceed your expectations! Until recent protection bans were enacted, Mongoose hair brushes were a long-time favorite workhorse brush of the oil painter. Mongoose was thirsty and supple enough to absorb and lay down large quantities of glaze but had the durable strength to manage heavy-bodied paints with ease and mastery, with a hair texture evenly between hog and sable. We enlisted the help of a world-class German brush maker after the ban was enacted to develop a brush with the superb qualities of natural mongoose. It became a passion and a true labor of love to create the perfect brush, tirelessly testing multiple prototypes, tweaking and correcting each time. When testing the resulting line of brushes developed with a stable of well-known professional painters, all feedback was incredibly positive, and created an air of excitement among them! Most believed it not only matched but actually improved on natural Mongoose, providing better heft, absorbency, and shaping of the bristles. Hamburg Premier Professional Brushes feature: Brights, Filberts, and Rounds. Created from a strategic proprietary blend of natural and synthetic blended multi-filament sizes of hair. The blend harmoniously matches the strength and resilience of Mongoose! Our proprietary, carefully balanced blend of both multiple-diameter synthetic filaments and natural hair varieties produced more reliable pointing and cleaner brush edges than Mongoose had been able to provide, while being absorbent and durable. Brush bellies trap more thinned paint and glazes with this formulation, allowing for glazing while maintaining detailed precision. The balanced blend, just like Mongoose, provides the hair strength to paint with heavy-bodied paint for more impasto applications. Yet, unlike mongoose, cleans easier and more completely due in part to the synthetic filament content, easily coming back to shape for the next painting session. Hamburg Professional Synthetic Blend Brushes from Creative Mark are skillfully crafted by hand by a world-class German brush maker. Each brush is created with an 8-step process. First, hairs are carefully blended exactly by a skilled brush dresser, painstakingly pinching the shape into an exact bundle for the shape and size. The bundles are hand-tied, shaped, and measured. They are then placed into a nickel-plated brass ferrule and secured with polyurethane glue. After drying, the ferrule is glued to the handle and double crimped extra deep to permanently secure the brush. The handles of the Hamburg brushes are hardwood Birch and are sustainable control harvested from Bavarian and Baltic forests (FSC Certified). Fashioned to provide a perfectly balanced feel, each handle is primed and then passes through multiple applications of lacquer coating, giving the handle a smoothly polished, deep black color. Hamburg fan brushes follow this same process but are designed with 100% Badger hair that is slightly stiffer, for the purpose of providing maximum blending results. See More
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New York Central Professional Control Oil Color Brush Hog Bristle Super Short Flats (118) Set of 5 with Brush Easel CaseSave Up to77%Off list…Set of 5 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of sz 2, sz 6, sz 12, sz 18 and sz 24—plus a Brush Easel Case NEW YORK CENTRAL® ULTIMATE 19 CONTROL BRUSH COLLECTION - This set is a complete collection of this quality range of brushes in a handmade leather brush case. The set… The Ultimate In Luxury Brushes! Legendary Brushes For Any Oil Color Painter These Professional Oil Color Brushes offer the legendary quality that has come to be associated with the trusted name of New York Central®. Handmade in Germany, these brushes feature impeccably fashioned, balanced wood handles, silver nickel-plated seamless ferrules, and superior crimping for long-term use without wear! Available in three types of brush hair: Proprietary SP Mix, Kolinsky Red Sable, and Hog Bristle. Choose the brush that’s right for you, or purchase one of our carefully curated brush sets! Key Features:* Available in 3 types of brush hair: SP Mix, Kolinsky Red Sable and Hog Bristle* Well-balanced, handmade wood handles* The very best silver nickel-plated seamless ferrules* Quality crimping assures long use* Handmade in Germany* Legendary New York Central® Quality* All Brushes Specifications Chart - Click Here > Perfect For:* Artists Who Want The Very Best* Superior control* The feeling of quality and luxury in your hand SP MIX CONTROL ALMOND FILBERTS (115) Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils SP MIX is a proprietary blend of soft hairs that feels like Fitch but holds more color. SP MIX is great for glazing, painting exact strokes, and adding fine details to small areas. The hair has a semi-coarse feel. These almond filberts will surely be the workhorse for much of your painting. The hair mix provides an excellent controlled feel with the proper heft and tapered shape to work even in the smallest areas. The hair holds an abundance of color, so you will find it more often than not to be your go-to brush. They are wonderful for building loose details. SP Mix Control Almond Filberts (115) Set of 5 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of sz 0, sz 4, sz 6, sz 12 and sz 18—plus a Brush Easel Case KOLINSKY SABLE ALMOND FILBERTS (116) Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils KOLINSKY SABLE ALMOND FILBERTS are made of only the finest Kolinsky hair. Natural sable hair is not as full and springy as it used to be because of climate change. New York Central® used Kolinsky hair from the vault to make these brushes so that you can experience what it is like to paint with real sable. You will immediately notice that hair is very absorbent, super soft, and ideal for detailed areas. They have the wonderful springy character of Kolinsky and a thick and bushy construction so that you can use them for expressive painting and classical techniques. Kolinsky Sable Almond Filberts (116) Set of 5 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of sz 0, sz 2, sz 4, sz 6 and sz 12—plus a Brush Easel Case HOG BRISTLE SHORT ALMOND FILBERTS (117) Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils Not all bristle hair is created equal. This hair is the very finest available on earth. It is treated to be soft to stop hairs from breaking while painting and provide the most control possible. The bristles have a coarse feel. Short, subtle, and resilient, these bristle brushes are impeccably fashioned, with natural flagged ends to grip color. They provide fantastic control and allow you to draw an underpainting and block in elements with precision. Hog Bristle Short Almond Filberts (117) Set of 6 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of sz 1, sz 2, sz 4, sz 6, sz 8 and sz 12—plus a Brush Easel Case Hog Bristle Super Short Flats (118) Set of 5 with Brush Easel Case Includes: One each of sz 2, sz 6, sz 12, sz 18 and sz 24—plus a Brush Easel Case NEW YORK CENTRAL® ULTIMATE 19 CONTROL BRUSH COLLECTION - This set is a complete collection of this quality range of brushes in a handmade leather brush case. The set includes 19 total brushes, including SP Mix sizes 6, 12, 18, and 22, Kolinsky sizes 0, 2, 4, and 12, Short Filberts sizes 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, and twelve and Extra Short Flats sizes 2, 8, 12, 20 and 28. See More
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Acurit Technical Bow Compass, 6.5" - 4 Piece SetSave Up to52%Off list…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… 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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Pro-Control 100 Large Mural Set of 3, Synthetic Artist BrushesSave Up to63%Off list…You can easily push paint evenly and surely through the stroke without any problem. They have been developed and tested by professional painters. Set in nickel plated brass ferrules attached to short, easy to grip, paddle handles. Key Features: * High quality multi-diameter synthetic fiber blend*… Awesome coverage, superior control for Large/Mural Painting! These brushes are made out of a high quality multi-diameter synthetic fiber blend designed for control and firmness through the stroke. They have the ability to be double loaded and triple loaded with color and cover a wide area making for more uniform large applications. Use them for layering one color over another, over glazing, faux texturing and many other effects along with the traditional use of loading color for mural paintings or for backgrounds on large size paintings. You can easily push paint evenly and surely through the stroke without any problem. They have been developed and tested by professional painters. Set in nickel plated brass ferrules attached to short, easy to grip, paddle handles. Key Features: * High quality multi-diameter synthetic fiber blend* Designed for control and firmness through the stroke* For mural paintings or for backgrounds on large paintings* Ability to be double loaded and triple loaded* Covers a wide area making for more uniform large applications* Nickel plated brass ferrules on short, easy to grip, paddle handles* Developed and tested by professional painters* Available in: 4", 6" and 8" / Set of all 3 Perfect For: * Layering one color over another, over glazing, faux texturing and many other effects* Traditional use of loading color for mural paintings or for backgrounds* Oil and Acrylics* Large scale paintings and murals * See More
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Da Vinci Micro Nova Series 170 Golden Synthetic Detail Brush Set of 4Save Up to30%Off list…Students, teachers, professionals * Finessing delicate patterns The Nova Blue brush set contains high-quality synthetic bristles that mimic the performance of natural watercolor hair. The set includes a number 30 flat, a round number 4, a filbert 8, and a flat 6 providing you with 4… The Ultimate miniature detail brush! The short handle da Vinci Micro-Nova series 170 and series 175 synthetic detail brushes are perfect for painting intricate details. The bristles are made of the finest golden synthetic fiber. The Series 175 brush head is bent by hand at an ideal angle for intricate details. All Micro-Nova brushes hold a perfect point and are suitable for all types of miniature, tabletop, and micro painting. da Vinci production masters take great pride in selecting only the finest quality synthetic hair for the brush's longevity and flexibility. Each brush has a nickel-plated seamless ferrule that is rust-resistant. Before leaving the brush workshop, each brush is examined to ensure that the brush-head is flawless and that the ferrule is firmly attached to the handle. The family-owned da Vinci brush company has designed quality brushes for three generations in Germany. Utilizing the latest innovations, they produce brushes of unsurpassed quality, elegance, and durability. Key Features: * Finest golden synthetic fiber * Extra-sharp point * Rust-resistant seamless ferrule * Spring and control * Series 175 brush head is bent * Made in Germany Perfect For: * Watercolor and acrylic * Fine detail work * Miniature and micro painting * Watercolorists of all skill levels * Students, teachers, professionals * Finessing delicate patterns The Nova Blue brush set contains high-quality synthetic bristles that mimic the performance of natural watercolor hair. The set includes a number 30 flat, a round number 4, a filbert 8, and a flat 6 providing you with 4 essential watercolor brushes for your next project. Experience the smooth and controlled brushstrokes, remarkable color retention, and excellent durability of da Vinci's Series 11660 Nova Blue brushes, a must-have for aspiring and professional artists. See More
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Soho Urban Artist Blending Stumps & Chamois - 9 Piece SetSave Up to61%Off list…marks and gestural sketching * Live figure drawing * Still life drawings and value studies Please note: Due to the natural properties of vine and willow sticks, sizes may vary slightly. SoHo Drawing Sets Include Exclusive Extras! Click on the item number to view the contents of each set. Quality, Natural Charcoals For Drawing & Sketching! SoHo Urban Artist Charcoals are made with quality materials to provide the best drawing experience. SoHo Natural Vine Charcoal is perfect for making quick expressive marks and gestural drawings. It's easy to erase marks and make corrections because vine charcoal is free of binding agents that make erasing difficult. In contrast, SoHo Willow Charcoal is very soft. You can easily blend willow charcoal on paper with your fingertips, a blending stump, a soft brush, or a chamois cloth. Great for drawing and sketching, quick marks and gestural sketching. Key Features: * Natural Vine and willow charcoal * Various stick sizes * Available in different hardnesses * Vine: Easy to erase marks, free of binding agents * Willow: Very soft, easily blend able Perfect For: * Drawing and sketching * Quick marks and gestural sketching * Live figure drawing * Still life drawings and value studies Please note: Due to the natural properties of vine and willow sticks, sizes may vary slightly. SoHo Drawing Sets Include Exclusive Extras! Click on the item number to view the contents of each set. See More
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Da Vinci Top Acryl 7182 Synthetic Long Handle Flat Brush Set of 4Save Up to30%Off listThe Ultimate In Synthetic Brushes! da Vinci Top Acryl Synthetic Brushes are made of five different diameters of synthetic fiber that mimic the qualities of natural Chungking bristles. Each brush can hold an enormous amount of paint because the resistant synthetic fibers of various widths and… The Ultimate In Synthetic Brushes! da Vinci Top Acryl Synthetic Brushes are made of five different diameters of synthetic fiber that mimic the qualities of natural Chungking bristles. Each brush can hold an enormous amount of paint because the resistant synthetic fibers of various widths and lengths, guarantee a high degree of absorbency as well as high elasticity. The unique interlocking heat treatment that shapes da Vinci Top Acryl brushes prevents the brush from losing its shape over time. da Vinci bristles are extra stiff and have a precise snap that is excellent for use with heavy-bodied acrylics and thick applications of oil paint. You can use Top Acryl Synthetic Brushes on outdoor mural surfaces or fine-art canvases. Key Features: * 5 diameters synthetic filament hair * Characteristics of natural hair * Long handles * Glazing to heavy impasto techniques * Crisp brush edges & fine points * Holds a large amount of paint * Vegan-friendly brushes Perfect For: * Acrylic paint * Traditional or water-soluble oils * Students, amateurs, professionals * Fine control with heavy acrylics * Move paint with ease on the canvas * Quality and longevity * Impasto painting * Mural painters See More
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Awagami Kitakata Paper Roll 36gsm 38"x10.9ydSave Up to24%Off listWhite Over 8 generations of family papermaking! Since the late 18th century, Japan's Awagami Factory has been producing fine-art papers characterized by their softness and strength. Their papers, including their signature Kitakata paper, are made from regional fibers to yield paper sheets with an expressive surface and impressive character. Awagami Japanese Handmade Papers are acid-free, made with respect, and care for the environment and suitable for professional artists & students alike. Here you will find some of Awagam's best-selling papers for painting, drawing, printmaking, book arts, and alternative photography. Key Features: * Handmade paper * Acid-free * Eco-friendly * Eight generations of papermaking experience * Regional fibers make up the paper pulp * Made in Tokushima, Japan Perfect For: * Painting and drawing * Printmaking * Book arts * Alternative photography prints * Block and monotype printing * Students, teachers, professionals Bamboo, 170gsm: Made with environmentally friendly bamboo, this sheet has a small ecological footprint. Bamboo Select is slightly heavier than other washi with a lovely soft surface making it ideal for intaglio, block-printing, and letterpress. 70% Bamboo, 30% Recycled. Bunkoshi, 70gsm: This paper has a relatively deep natural color and smooth surface with 4 deckled edges. Its texture is classically Japanese, with no additional sizing, making it good for both printmaking and calligraphy. 30% Kozo, 70% Alpha Cellulose. Ginwashi Cream 39gsm: This beautiful thin paper has hemp fibers that resemble "Gin", or silver. Hakuho, 220gsm: This sturdy sheet is made from an impressive blend of kozo and cotton, and is the first fine paper to feature this unique East meets West fiber blend. Hakuho Select's strong and resilient surface is certain to lend unique textural depth to artworks created on it. Great for Woodcut, but sized enough for atmospheric watercolors. 45% Kozo, 55% Cotton. Hosho, 80gsm: The striped laid lines are a unique characteristic of this high-quality sheet. Long recognized by printmakers as one of the most versatile of Japanese washi papers, Hosho Select is particularly suitable for woodblock prints. 100% High Alpha Cellulose. Kinwashi, 30gsm: Kinwashi (also known as Ogura Natural) is 30 gsm with cut edges machine-made from acid-free manila hemp and kozo with long swirling fibers set in a creamy, natural-colored paper. Heavier than Ginwashi, it is great for printing and printmaking as well as shoji screens, lampshades, collage, and book arts. Kitakata Natural, 36gsm: Primarily composed of Gampi fiber, Kitakata has a subtle gloss yet surprisingly soft surface. Warm-toned yet resilient the sheet itself is also quite dense, making it ideal for many types of printmaking. 90% Gampi, 10% High Alpha Cellulose. Kitakata Green 36gsm: Primarily composed of Gampi fiber, Kitakata Green has a subtle gloss yet surprisingly soft surface. Warm-toned and resilient, the sheet itself is also quite dense, making it ideal for many types of printmaking. 90% Gampi - 10% Alpha Cellulose Kozo, 46gsm: Kozo, which derives its name from the eponymous fiber from which it is made, is the choice of many fine art printmakers and calligraphers. Kozo fiber, a renewable resource, is long and durable and results in a paper that is highly absorbent and supple. It also serves as the base paper for many other practical and creative applications such as shoji screens, umbrellas, lanterns, fans, and Yuzen-patterned papers. It is handmade from acid-free kozo, hemp, and sulfite pulp with four deckle edges. Masa, 86gsm: Masa paper (often referred to as affordable Hosho) is machine-made of sulfite pulp, bright white, and acid-free. One side is very smooth, the other side toothy. It is economical and useful for edition proofs and for student grade projects. Internally sized and should be slightly dampened prior to printing. Mulberry, 45gsm: Mulberry paper is handmade of kozo and sulfite pulp, white and acid-free, and its strength, softness, and flexibility make it the most versatile sheet for printers and printmakers. This paper is good for relief printing, silkscreen, hand lithography, and book arts. Okawara 51gsm: This paper has a warm natural color, medium weight, and subtle surface texture. Because of its versatility and affordable price point, this sheet has become an international standard for printmaking students. 25% Kozo, 75% High Alpha Cellulose. Sekishu White 35gsm: The manufacture of Sekishu started 1300 years ago and continues today. It is the trademark of the Shimane prefecture, famed for producing the purest conservation papers. Sekishu paper is handmade with kozo and sulfite pulp, acid-free with four deckle edges and a laid finish. It is used mostly in conservation, but also suitable for printing and printmaking. The paper is perfect for conservation and printmaking. Shiramine 110gsm: The relative thickness, generous sizing, and easy-to-use color of Shiramine make it a versatile paper for many art mediums including printmaking, painting, and drawing. 30% Kozo, 15% Hemp, 55% High Alpha Cellulose. Tengucho 10gsm: Tengucho is the thinnest paper made in Japan, specially designed for conservation and restoration of documents. It was invented during Japan's Edo period 1603-1867 by Genta Yoshii and was designated as a cultural asset in 1976. This paper is acid-free and machine-made of pure Kozo pulp10 gsm with cut edges. 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