Doug Johnston is leaving ColArt Americas after 13 years to pursue the next step in his career closer to home in Atlanta. As a result Steve Chamberlain, Theresa Kuiken, Marie Huelster and Torkel Tellefsen will form the senior USA management team reporting directly to their functional heads in the UK until a more permanent solution is in place. Doug joined ColArt in 2003 as VP Operations, and was appointed the President of ColArt Americas in 2009. “It has been a true privilege and honor to be part of the successful development of the company for so many years. I have really enjoyed being part of such a strong company and great…
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NEW Strathmore 400 Series Market Pads
httpv://youtu.be/148qGLqMiLc In response to an increased trend in consumer need for a quality marker paper designed for fine artists’ finished work, Strathmore is excited to offer four brand new pads. Made specifically for marker artists, the new 400 Series Marker items are engineered to perform! A variety of marker types glide easily over the silky smooth surface aiding in blending and supporting vibrant marker colors and subtle hues. Superior surface performance with alcohol-based markers, this is the product that artists have been seeking because it doesn’t soak up a lot of marker, showcases sharp lines, is bleed resistant, and allows them to easily blend colors while still showing true vibrant shades,…
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Golden March 2016 News Wrap Up
GOLDEN Introduces New QoR® 24 Watercolor Set The new QoR® 24 Set from GOLDEN allows artists to experience a wide range of colors in one convenient set. Packaged in a versatile palette tin, this collection is comprised of a full spectrum of vivid colors, making it appealing to any watercolorist, whether they are a student, teacher or professional who wants to experiment with a modern watercolor. The twenty-four 5 ml tubes included in the set are Cadmium Yellow Primrose, Nickel Azo Yellow, Quinacridone Gold, Diarylide Yellow, Transparent Pyrrole Orange, Cadmium Red Medium, Permanent Scarlet, Permanent Alizarin Crimson, Quinacridone Magenta, Dioxazine Purple, Ultramarine Blue, Cerulean Blue Chromium, Phthalo Blue (GS), Cobalt…
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Be passionate. Be inspired. Be creative with Cachet 101.
Daler-Rowney, one of the top 4 suppliers of paper within the global fine art industry, is excited to announce the launch of its NEW Cachet line. Cachet 101 art pads have been developed to target the student/amateur segment, which represents 80% of the market. This new Cachet line features 26 SKUs (tape and spiral bound), covering the most popular techniques: Sketching, Drawing, Watercolor, Bristol, and Mixed Media in 108lb, heavy weight, and black paper (the fastest growing segment). The bold cover colors are eye-catching, and protect the high quality European Papers, which are FSC (Forest Stewardship Council certified), giving the customer the option of supporting responsible forestry. Cachet 101 offers affordable…
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Talens NAMTA Houston 2016 Report
Kyle Richardson of Talens has written up a summary of the show, check it out below! Amsterdam Standard acrylics expanded into new sizes – large format 500ml and 1000ml jars of the hottest student acrylic on the market were a hit and having already been proven in test markets, the possibility for school and painting party applications was immediately recognized. Also showing is the unique 20ml size tube at only $1.95 per tube – filling a gap where 75ml tubes used to be with an introductory sample price point. Amsterdam mediums and varnishes showcased unique mediums like a clearly defined “photo transfer gel”, “glow in the dark gel” and creative metallic,…
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Help Maped Helix USA celebrate World Stationery Day!
World Stationery Day is creating a buzz with people all over the world sharing the importance of why writing by hand matters and will always be important, even in an increasingly digital world! Why does writing matter to you? World Stationery Day celebrates the written word and all things stationery. Help influence people all over the world to send more letters and cards not just text or email as it is much more meaningful! Hand written notes, invitations, birthday cards, & thank you letters add a touch of personalization and thoughtfulness giving pleasure to so many people compared to a typed letter or an e-mail. Let’s keep the writing tradition…
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Introducing Krink’s New K-90 Paint Markers
Check out Krink’s new paint markers at Namta in Houston, booth 1120 Introducing the K-90, the newest paint-marker from Krink! The K-90 employs a unique pump-action feature for flow control. It uses a durable steel roller-ball tip and comes in black and white opaque alcohol-based paint. Made in the USA. The feedback so far is excellent! K-60 and K-71 are long standing and consistent best-sellers. If you don’t have them yet, they are essential products from Krink and a great way to introduce the brand to your customers.