Inspire your Creativity

Calling all artists! The 2024-25 AGES Society Art Prize is now open for submissions. Showcase your creativity and compete for a $6,000 cash prize, with the chance for your artwork to be featured on our annual meeting brochures. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to have your art seen by thousands. Submit your entry by 20th September 2024!

Shop Local and WIN!   Are you ready for a creative boost? We’ve teamed up with Mont Marte to give you the chance to win one of five $250 creative packs! 🎨   How to Enter: Visit Us In-Store: Drop by Art Shed Brisbane and scan the QR code displayed in our store. Follow the Prompts: Complete the entry form online. Boost Your Chances: For an extra edge, snap a photo of any Mont Marte product, upload it to your social media, and don’t forget to tag us @artshedbrisbane!   This is the perfect opportunity to explore our extensive range...

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Canvas for Your Art Comparing Art Shed Brisbane’s Best   Are you an artist on the hunt for the perfect canvas? At Art Shed Brisbane, we understand that the right canvas can make all the difference in your artwork. Whether you're a budding student or a seasoned professional, our range of canvases has something for everyone. In this guide, we'll dive into the details of each canvas we stock, so you can find the one that best suits your needs and budget.   Mont Marte Discovery Canvas: Affordable Quality for Students Features: GSM:...

The #Colour4Life Competition. This year’s competition is all about you – show us who you are and win the Grand Prize: You choose your product worth $3000! There’s also exciting opportunities to win mystery boxes, so enter early! PLUS this year everybody is a winner – with every submission receiving exclusive access to our #Colour4Life artist event! Let’s celebrate creativity together! View the full Terms & Conditions.   HOW TO ENTER: To enter entrants must undertake the following during the Promotional Period: Create it - Create an artwork using Faber-Castell products that represents YOU. Upload it - Upload a photo of it via...

Celebrate the Ekka with our fun colouring-in activity for kids 12 and under. Collect a colouring sheet in-store or download it from our website. Return the completed sheet to our West End store to be featured in our 'little artist gallery' and receive a free creative gift. Join us in inspiring the next generation of artists! DOWNLOAD COLOURING ACTIVITY HERE.

One of the essential tools in an artist's arsenal is the palette. But did you know that palettes come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, each with its own unique benefits? In this beginner-friendly blog post, we'll take a closer look at the different types of painting palettes!

There are many different shapes of paint brushes, and each is useful for different things. Here are a few of the most common shapes: Flat Brush This brush has a straight edge, like a rectangle. It's good for painting large areas and for making straight lines. Can produce thin and broad brushstrokes Great for wide strokes and high coverage Large flat brush is ideal for washes Excellent for long, smooth strokes Round Brush This brush has a pointed tip, like a cone. It's good for making thin lines and for painting details. The most traditional brush shape Available in both...

What is watercolour paper? Put simply, watercolour paper is a special type of paper that's used for painting with watercolours. It's different from regular paper because it's thicker and made to absorb water without getting too wet or falling apart. What are the different textures of watercolour paper? The most common textures are "cold-pressed", "hot-pressed" and "rough". Cold-Pressed Paper  Cold-pressed paper is a little bumpy and has a texture that's sort of like the skin of an orange. It's not too bumpy, but it's not completely smooth either. It's a good choice if you want to create paintings that have a...

With Mother's Day just around the corner, what better way to show your appreciation than with a bouquet of handmade paper flowers? Read this blog post to create your own beautiful blooms that will brighten Mum's day and bring a smile to her face! One might say, your creativity will ‘blossom’ while making them 😉

Check out this beginner's guide to oil painting essentials, where we'll walk you through everything you need to unleash your creativity. From brushes to paints and surfaces, this post contains a full kit to get you started on your oil painting journey!