• Timber Palettes
  • Plastic Palettes
  • Glass Palettes
  • Disposable Palettes (Paper Palette Pads)
  • Ceramic Palettes
  • Stay-Wet Palettes

Sta-Wet Palettes

  • Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Palette 12 x 16 inch Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Palette 12 x 16 inch

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $57.50
    $57.50
  • Sta-Wet No.100 Artist Sealed Palette 12 x 16 inch Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.100 Artist Sealed Palette 12 x 16 inch

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $47.75
    $47.75
  • Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Palette Sponge Refill x 3 Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Palette Sponge Refill x 3

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $31.00
    $31.00
  • Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Acrylic Paper Refill Pkt 30 Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Acrylic Paper Refill Pkt 30

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $27.75
    $27.75
  • Sta-Wet No.857 Handy Palette 7 x 8.5 inch Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.857 Handy Palette 7 x 8.5 inch

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $29.25
    $29.25
  • Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Sponge Refill 1 piece Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.105 Premier Sponge Refill 1 piece

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $12.25
    $12.25
  • Sta-Wet No.912 Painters Pal Palette 9 x 12 inch Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.912 Painters Pal Palette 9 x 12 inch

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $54.50
    $54.50
  • Sta-Wet No.1216 Super Pro Paper Refill Pkt 30 Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.1216 Super Pro Paper Refill Pkt 30

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $21.75
    $21.75
  • Sta-Wet No.1216 Super Pro Palette 11.5 x 15.5 inch Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.1216 Super Pro Palette 11.5 x 15.5 inch

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $61.95
    $61.95
  • Sta-Wet No.912 Painters Pal Palette Sponge Refill x 1 Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.912 Painters Pal Palette Sponge Refill x 1

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $7.95
    $7.95
  • Sta-Wet No.1014 Aqua Pro Watercolour Palette 11.5 x 15.5 inch Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.1014 Aqua Pro Watercolour Palette 11.5 x 15.5 inch

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $57.95
    $57.95
  • Sta-Wet No.912 Painters Pal Acrylic Paper Refill Pkt 30 Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.912 Painters Pal Acrylic Paper Refill Pkt 30

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $16.55
    $16.55
  • Sta-Wet No.857 Handy Palette Paper Refill Pkt 30 Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.857 Handy Palette Paper Refill Pkt 30

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $12.50
    $12.50
  • Sta-Wet No.857 Handy Palette Sponge Refill x 1 Default Title

    Sta-Wet No.857 Handy Palette Sponge Refill x 1

    Art Shed Brisbane
    $5.85
    $5.85

Sta-Wet Palettes

Masterson Sta-Wet Palettes: Keep Your Paints Fresh for Longer

The Masterson Sta-Wet Palette is a game-changer for artists working with acrylics and other water-based paints, saving you paint, money, and time. Designed to keep paints fresh during painting sessions and for days (even weeks) between uses, this innovative system ensures your paints stay moist and workable.

Founded over 50 years ago in Phoenix, Arizona, Masterson is a family-owned business committed to crafting high-quality artist products focused on paint preservation, storage, and travel. Proudly made in Pennsylvania, USA, the Masterson Sta-Wet® Palette System is ideal for water-based paints, while the Airtight Palettes pair perfectly with New Wave Artist Palettes for oil paint preservation.

The Sta-Wet system features a wet sponge and specially designed permeable palette paper that provide continuous moisture, preventing paint from drying out. Whether you’re working in the studio or outdoors, this reliable palette ensures your acrylics stay fresh on the open palette for hours and sealed for extended periods.

Discover why Masterson Sta-Wet Palettes are trusted by artists worldwide for their durability and effectiveness in preserving paint.

Best Artist Palettes for Oils, Acrylics & Watercolours | Art Shed Brisbane

Best Artist Palettes: Your Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Palette

The right palette makes all the difference to your painting experience. Whether you're working with oils, acrylics, or watercolours, your mixing surface affects everything from colour accuracy to working time. Here's your guide to finding the perfect palette for your artistic needs.

Timber Palettes

Timber Palettes

Best for: Oil painting

Traditional timber palettes offer durability and comfortable grip for extended painting sessions. They're the classic choice for oil painters, though they may absorb paint over time and can be heavy for travel.

Pro tip: Season your palette with linseed oil before use to seal it and prevent paint absorption.

Glass Palettes

Glass Palettes

Best for: Oils and acrylics

Glass palettes provide the smoothest mixing surface and exceptional colour accuracy. They're incredibly easy to clean and non-porous, keeping colours true. Best suited for tabletop painting due to their weight.

Pro tip: Use a sharp razor blade to scrape off dried paint for effortless cleaning.

Plastic Palettes

Plastic Palettes

Best for: Watercolours and acrylics

Lightweight and portable, plastic palettes are perfect for plein air painting and water-based mediums. They're easy to clean and comfortable for handheld use, though some artists prefer more substantial weight.

Pro tip: Paint over stained areas with white paint and seal for a fresh mixing surface.

Ceramic Palettes

Ceramic Palettes

Best for: All mediums

Ceramic palettes offer an exceptionally smooth surface and their cool temperature slows paint drying time. Perfect for detailed colour work, though they require careful handling due to breakability.

Pro tip: Soak in warm soapy water for 30 minutes to easily remove dried paint.

Stay-Wet Palettes

Stay-Wet Palettes

Best for: Acrylics, watercolours, gouache

Revolutionary for acrylic painters, stay-wet palettes extend paint working time from hours to days, dramatically reducing waste. The moisture system keeps paints workable for extended sessions.

Pro tip: Cover your palette regularly (even for short breaks) to maintain optimal moisture levels.

Disposable Paper Palettes

Disposable Palettes

Best for: Acrylics and oils

Ultimate convenience with zero cleanup; simply tear off used sheets. Perfect for workshops, travel, or quick sessions, though they're less suitable for palette knife work.

Pro tip: Try different colours (grey or timber-toned) to find what works best with your colour schemes.

Acrylic (Plexiglass) Palettes

Acrylic Palettes

Best for: Acrylics

Combining easy cleaning with smooth mixing, acrylic palettes offer transparency for excellent colour assessment. They may scratch over time with palette knife use but remain highly functional.

Pro tip: Keep paint around the edges and leave the centre clear for optimal blending space.

Quick Selection Guide

For oil painters: Timber or glass palettes provide the best surface and durability.

For acrylic artists: Stay-wet palettes revolutionise your painting process by extending working time.

For watercolour work: Plastic or ceramic palettes offer the right surface for water-based techniques.

For travel painting: Lightweight plastic or disposable palettes are most practical.

For maximum convenience: Paper palettes eliminate cleanup entirely.

Your perfect palette depends on your medium, painting style, and workspace. Visit Art Shed Brisbane to experience different palette materials firsthand and find your ideal painting companion.