Whether you’re a beginner dipping a brush for the first time or a seasoned artist restocking your studio, choosing the right paint can make or break your project. In South Africa’s diverse climate—from the sun-drenched Highveld to the humid coastal regions—the wrong medium can lead to cracking, fading under intense UV exposure, or frustration during […]
The pencil is every artist’s starting point. Whether you’re sketching a quick study, building tonal depth, or laying groundwork for paint, the right pencil delivers control, richness, and longevity. The wrong one snaps, smudges, or fades fast. This 2025 guide compares every major pencil type, explains hardness scales, paper pairing, and lightfastness—plus decision checklists to […]
Coloured pencils aren’t just for kids—they’re a professional-grade medium capable of photorealism, bold illustration, and everything in between. The right set gives you buttery layering, zero bleed-through, and colours that last decades. The wrong one snaps, waxes out, or fades in a year. This 2025 guide compares every major coloured pencil type, breaks down cores, […]
A great brush doesn’t just move paint—it shapes your vision. The wrong one fights you with streaks, hair loss, or zero control. The right one feels like an extension of your hand, delivering crisp edges, silky blends, or bold textures exactly where you want them. This 2025 guide compares every major brush type, breaks down […]