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Different Artist Tools

Different Artist Tools

As an art store, we know (and have seen) many different tools used by artists to create effects, textures, and a little something special to artwork. We've created a list of some of the interesting and unique artist tools we carry, but we know there are so many more.Catalyst Silicone Blades and W...
Stretching and Prepping a Canvas

Stretching and Prepping a Canvas

A little disclaimer before we begin: There are many ways to stretch and prepare a surface for painting. This is one of the trusted and tried methods here at Gwartzman’s! Let’s start at the beginning. What is canvas, exactly? And why is stretching a piece of fabric over a frame the preferred metho...