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What is the difference between cotton and linen canvases?

Explore the definitive guide to choosing between cotton and linen canvases for your artwork. Learn about their textures, durability, ease of use, cost considerations, and environmental impact to make informed...

How to fit canvas wedges

Discover how to maintain canvas tension using wedges. We detail the process of inserting wedges into corners to restore or adjust canvas tension for optimal painting conditions.

Can mediums be used with Designers Gouache?

There are a number of acrylic mediums in both gloss and matt variations that can be used with Designers Gouache. However, we recommend experimenting with your chosen medium and colour before committing to a painting.

How to protect a gouache painting?

Framing the work behind glass will help. Remember to put a small distance between the glass and the work itself – paintings placed directly against glass are prone to condensation...

What is gouache dusting off and can I avoid it?

Dusting off is when the surface of your gouache painting looks dusty and occurs when the colour has been diluted with too much water, leaving only pigment on the surface...

Can I varnish a gouache painting?

Varnishing a gouache painting should be avoided, because the varnish drastically affects the depth, darkness and finish of the work. And should anyone want to retouch the painting again at...

Why does cracking occur in Gouache painting?

Find our what two things usually cause cracking when using gouache paint.

Understanding the lightfastness, permanence and archival quality of inks

At Winsor & Newton, we produce two distinct ranges of ink: Drawing Inks and Calligraphy Inks. The key difference between them lies in permanence.

A guide to graphite pencils

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, choosing the right pencil is essential for achieving precision, tonal depth, and expressive detail. This guide will help you understand pencil grades,...

How to use watercolour pencils?  

Watercolour pencils can be used in three ways: as a coloured pencil, to create drawings that can be transformed later with water, or the tip can be dipped in water before...

Can Promarkers be used together?

Explore the versatility of Winsor & Newton Promarkers. Discover dual-tip techniques for precise detail and sweeping strokes, blending seamlessly with other mediums for vibrant, textured artwork.