May 2019

image via artsaeologist

image via artsaeologist

Faber-Castell Gelatos

Staff Favorite You’re in for a real treat with Faber-Castell Gelatos! These compact, vibrant pigment sticks are creamy smooth, lightfast, and have great coverage. They easily glide onto paper, canvas, or wood. Blend your new colors with or without water, and watch them melt into your artwork!

Faber-Castell Art & Graphic Water Brush

Nothing holds water like this brush! The Faber-Castell Art & Graphic Water Brush is the perfect tool for mixed media artists – just unscrew the top, fill with water, and start painting. Gentle pressure on the barrel will allow water to flow to the tip. Another cool detail: the sharp point on the cap can be used for scratching and scraping techniques.

Chartpak Spectra AD Marker

From its brilliant alcohol-based ink to its ergonomically shaped body, the Spectra AD Marker was designed with the artist in mind. Its twin tips offer a wide range of line options. The flexible brush nib delivers a smooth line that adjusts with pressure, while the tri-nib provides thin, medium, and thick lines with a simple twist of the wrist.

Marabu Mixed Media Art Spray

Spritz some vivid color onto your artwork with Marabu Mixed Media Art Spray. This acrylic spray paint goes on a variety of surfaces and is permanent when dry, allowing for multiple layers of color and texture. Before each use, shake the bottle vigorously for 60 seconds.

Stillman & Birn Nova Trio Mixed Media Paper Sample Pack

This sample pack from Stillman & Birn features 150 GSM medium grain paper in three different tones: beige, gray, and black. With its enhanced wet strength, this paper is made for mixed media work. The full-sized version contains this trio of shades in one sketchbook, so artists can experiment and compare. If you enjoy this sample, Nova Trio sketchbooks are now available for purchase in the ArtSnacks Shop!