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Tom Lynch PalettesSave Up to33%Off listOriginal Palette - This 12 × 16 × 3¼" white plastic palette features 16 large wells for mixing and painting with big brushes. Air-tight cover keeps colors, clean, moist and separate between painting sessions. Original Palette - This 12 × 16 × 3¼" white plastic palette features 16 large wells for mixing and painting with big brushes. Air-tight cover keeps colors, clean, moist and separate between painting sessions. See More
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Butcher Tray Palettes by Creative MarkSave Up to58%Off listEasy to clean triple-coated enamel tray palettes! The Creative Mark Butcher Tray Palettes are made of triple-coated white enameled metal and are perfect for color mixing! Use the palette tray to mix your oil colors, acrylics, and alkyds, or use it as a fantastic wash basin for watercolors. Modeled… Easy to clean triple-coated enamel tray palettes! The Creative Mark Butcher Tray Palettes are made of triple-coated white enameled metal and are perfect for color mixing! Use the palette tray to mix your oil colors, acrylics, and alkyds, or use it as a fantastic wash basin for watercolors. Modeled after the original American butcher trays, Creative Mark Butcher Palettes have a smooth surface that is easy to clean. Paint colors will not stain the white of the palette. If you leave your paint to dry on the palette overnight, you can easily scrape off the dried paint with a spatula or razor blade the next morning. Like the old butcher trays of yesteryear, Creative Mark Butcher Palettes have slight rim imperfections that add character and do not affect performance. Key Features: * High-quality palette makes mixing a pleasure * One inch high palette walls * Lightweight * Triple coated white enameled metal * Paint will not bead up on enamel * Paint colors will not stain Perfect For: * Oil paints, acrylics, alkyds, and watercolor * Colors show up well against white * Color mixing * Easy cleanup * Getting rid of palette paper! * Moving paint around your palette * Soaking watercolor paper for stretching "I can't say enough about this tray. I use acrylics on a daily basis and honestly sometimes the paint adds up and I don't clean it right away. Even when I leave it on overnight, I can easily take a razor and swipe away the leftovers. I have had it for about 3 weeks and it hasn't stained at all. I would definitely recommend this for acrylics use, oils and watercolor would probably be even easier to clean." - Billie See More
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SoHo Urban Artist True Color Peel Off Neutral Grey PalettesSave Up to59%Off list…cannot be peeled off once dried. These magical palettes are available in three different styles: an oval arm palette, a small butcher tray and a large butcher tray. Key Features: * Features a true-color, neutral grey surface* Incredibly easy to clean up after painting with acrylic paints* Made of a… The palette that’s true to color and easy to clean! Surfaces that are a neutral grey color offer artists results that are more true to color. The SoHo "Magic" True Color Peel Off Neutral Grey Palettes not only provide a neutral grey surface, they also are incredibly easy to clean up after painting with acrylic paints. This palette is excellent for plein air use, because the neutral grey surface reflects sunlight much less than a white palette. Acrylics will not stain the surface of the SoHo Magic True Color Peel Off Palette, and once the paint dries on the palette, you can peel it right off! The palette looks brand new with every use. Oil colors can also be used on this neutral grey palette. However, they cannot be peeled off once dried. These magical palettes are available in three different styles: an oval arm palette, a small butcher tray and a large butcher tray. Key Features: * Features a true-color, neutral grey surface* Incredibly easy to clean up after painting with acrylic paints* Made of a unique plastic blend* Dried acrylic paint peels right off the palette surface** Easy and fun clean up!* Acrylic colors will not stain the surface of the palette* Available in 3 different styles: Oval arm palette, Small butcher tray& Large butcher tray Perfect For: * Use with acrylic or oil colors* Easy clean up* Use en plein air – palettes will not reflect the harsh sunlight* Reflects sunlight much less than a white palette* See colors more accurately* Artists of all skill levels Students, classrooms, and educators *Please note: Fully dried, un-thinned acrylic paint peels easily from palette due to the strength of acrylic resins. Acrylic paint thinned with water (or acrylic gouache) may not peel easily due to the resin strength being broken down in the paint film. Palette can be soaked or washed with soap and water to clean thinned paint. See More
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Zoltan Szabo Covered Watercolor Palette 24 Well with LidSave Up to23%Off listZoltan Szabo Covered Watercolor Palette 24 Well with Lid - The inside lid of this palette serves as a large mixing area. The palette itself has 16 raised water wells and eight large mixing areas (24 total). Designed by artist Zoltan Szabo to provide lots of room, hold lots of color and be portable… Zoltan Szabo Covered Watercolor Palette 24 Well with Lid - The inside lid of this palette serves as a large mixing area. The palette itself has 16 raised water wells and eight large mixing areas (24 total). Designed by artist Zoltan Szabo to provide lots of room, hold lots of color and be portable too! Made of heavy duty white plastic. Measure 8½ × 12¼ ". See More
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Acryl A Miser Air Tight Palette SystemSave Up to39%Off list…mix onto one of six small mixing trays (or the large mixing palette), and seal the rest of the palette not being used while painting. Continue to mist paint periodically to keep from drying while working. When finished with your custom mix, allow the mixing tray to dry and just peel off the paint,… Save color blends for up to Two weeks! This amazing palette lets you store up to 21 colors in fairly large volume and take them with you in the field, classroom, and on vacations. Eliminates the need to travel with tubes or jars that take up lots of space, and may be accidentally punctured or opened during transit. This 13 3/4" × 9 7/8" × 2" palette system fits into most bags. The key to this air-tight palette is the tight seal, combined with misting your acrylics periodically to create a humid environment within. Paints will last up to a month or more with weekly misting when not in use, based on extensive testing by acrylic artists. When painting, simply take your paint and mix onto one of six small mixing trays (or the large mixing palette), and seal the rest of the palette not being used while painting. Continue to mist paint periodically to keep from drying while working. When finished with your custom mix, allow the mixing tray to dry and just peel off the paint, to mix the next series of colors. Key Features: * 13-3/4" × 9-7/8" × 2" air-tight palette * 6 mixing trays and 21 wells * Soho spritz bottle included * Airtight when closed extending paint life * Save color blends for up to 2 weeks! * Never needs washing - paint just peels off! * Extend open working time with occasional misting * Create a humid environment within * Perfect For: * Wasting less acrylic paint! * Acrylic and gouache paint * Travel or workshops * Artists of all skill levels * Color mixing and strorage * Peeling off dried acrylic paint * Raised edges for working with fluid colors * Classroom or studio See More
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Mijello Oil And Acrylic PalettesSave Up to52%Off list…for smaller portions of color. Artist colors are at a higher level than the mixing area. Measures 17" × 12.375" × 0.875". Fredi Weber Peel-able Tray Palette (formerly Mijello Multi Palette) - Now with divided mixing areas! - Particularly well suited for oils and acrylics, the Multi Palette's special… Ellipse Small Peel-Off Palette - A two level palette, made of the impact material, allowing you to clean acrylic off your palette by simply peeling it off. Oils wipe right off for easy cleaning, or leave to dry, then just peel off! Measures 7.75" × 10.5" × .75". Ellipse Extra Large Peel-Off Palette - This special sturdy impact plastic palette is perfect for all media but particularly well suited for oils and acrylics. It has a unique composition that allows dried acrylic to be just peeled off the surface and allows oils to be wiped off and cleaned easily. Similar to the Ellipse Small Peel-Off Palette, except much larger for big projects when you need to manage more paint. Also note the finger or thumb hole. Mijello™ Ellipse-XL Peel-Off Palettes are comfortable to the hand with their ergonomic design. Use right or left handed. This palette features a large space for large portion of color, as well as smaller spaces for smaller portions of color. Artist colors are at a higher level than the mixing area. Measures 17" × 12.375" × 0.875". Fredi Weber Peel-able Tray Palette (formerly Mijello Multi Palette) - Now with divided mixing areas! - Particularly well suited for oils and acrylics, the Multi Palette's special composition allows acrylics to just peel off its surface, and oils to be wiped off and cleaned easily. With two large divided mixing areas as well as a longer division for colors, it has ergonomic thumb depressions on both sides for comfortable holding in either hand. Four rubber bumpers on the bottom prevent slippage during table top use. The overall size is 13 5/8" x 9" with a slight lip to prevent paint from migrating off the edges. See More
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New Wave Easy View PalettesSave Up to5%Off listDurable, Lightweight Acrylic Palettes Make Color Mixing Easy! The Easy View® Grey Acrylic Palettes have a neutral grey surface for enhanced color and value gauging. The Easy View® hand-held palette comes with a flexible silicone thumb gasket that is interchangeable for right and… Durable, Lightweight Acrylic Palettes Make Color Mixing Easy! The Easy View® Grey Acrylic Palettes have a neutral grey surface for enhanced color and value gauging. The Easy View® hand-held palette comes with a flexible silicone thumb gasket that is interchangeable for right and left-handed painters, providing an unmatched level of comfort. A patented ergonomic design distributes the palette's weight evenly to your hand, arm, and torso so that you can comfortably hold it while painting. All Easy View palettes have a dense, durable acrylic surface that is easy to clean. The 6.75" x 8.40", 9" x 12", and 12" x 16" models are designed to fit within the Masterson Sta-Wet and Masterson Artist Palettes. Using the palette with the Masterson system is an excellent option for palette storage, travel, and paint preservation. Key Features: * Lightweight, easy-to-clean, durable acrylic palettes * Neutral grey for color and value mixing * Comfortable to hold ergonomic design * Interchangeable silicone thumb gasket for right and left-handed painters * Made in Pennsylvania, USA Perfect For: * Oil and acrylic painters * Accurate color gauging and mixing * Working at an easel or a table * Everyday studio use * Storing paints in a Masterson Palette* "New Wave's revolutionary design allows ample room for mixing... The placement of the thumb hole at the top is genius. It provides additional space while balancing perfectly on my arm. These handcrafted palettes just FEEL nice, and apart from what they provide my process, they are beautiful works of art!" -Casey Childs, UT *Masterson Palettes Sold Separately See More
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Masterson Aqua-Pro Watercolor PaletteSave Up to7%Off listMasterson Aqua-Pro Watercolor Palette A favorite palette among watercolor artists The Masterson Aqua Pro is made from quality molded resins. The palette is stain-resistant and has the features artists require; 32 separate wells for holding paints, three divided mixing areas to keep your color ranges… Masterson Aqua-Pro Watercolor Palette A favorite palette among watercolor artists The Masterson Aqua Pro is made from quality molded resins. The palette is stain-resistant and has the features artists require; 32 separate wells for holding paints, three divided mixing areas to keep your color ranges separate, an inverted lid for use as an additional/larger mixing area, and the lid will keep your paints protected and clean between painting sessions. * 32 separate wells for holding pigments * 3 divided mixing area to keep your color ranges separate * The inverted lid can be used as an additional, larger mixing area * The lid will keep your paints clean between painting sessions * Dimensions: 11-1/2″ x 15-1/2″ x 1-3/4″ * Made from highest-quality, stain-resistant, injection molded resins Please be sure to attach the included rubber bumpers to the underside of your lid and base within the designated circular areas. The bumpers will provide a sturdy mixing surface. See More
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New Wave Posh Glass Tabletop PalettesSave Up to15%Off listPOSH glass artist palettes are everything the name implies! Made in Pennsylvania, USA - New Wave POSH glass artist palettes are everything the name implies. Available in grey, white, and clear, as well as multiple sizes, 9"x12, 12"x16, and 16"x20". The product uses 1/8" tempered glass for maximum… POSH glass artist palettes are everything the name implies! Made in Pennsylvania, USA - New Wave POSH glass artist palettes are everything the name implies. Available in grey, white, and clear, as well as multiple sizes, 9"x12, 12"x16, and 16"x20". The product uses 1/8" tempered glass for maximum strength and safety. Includes customer corner guards for added protection and surface traction. The edges are softened, and the underside (grey and white) is finished with a dense, solvent and water resistant formulation that has excellent color fastness. Easy to clean! Dried acrylic paint peels away, and dried oil paint can be removed with artist solvents or a single edge razor blade in a retractable scraper. Key Features:* Available in grey, white & clear* 1/8" tempered glass* Sizes, 9"x12, 12"x16, and 16"x20* Includes customer corner guards* Edges are softened* Finished with a dense, solvent and water resistant formulation * Excellent color fastness* Easy to clean* Dried acrylic paint peels away* Dried oil paint can be removed with artist solvents* Made in Pennsylvania, USA Perfect For:* Versatile art surfaces* Maximum strength and safety* Corner guards for added protection and surface traction* Any paint medium as an artist palette, or use them for rolling printing ink and monoprinting, as a work surface for clay and crafts, or for paint mulling The 9"x12" and 12"x16" products are designed to fit inside the Masterson Art Products Artist Palette Seal (blue lid) and the Sta-Wet (yellow lid and red lid) for storage and transportation. For use with all paint media as an artist palette, mulling surface, craft surface, and print ink/mono printing surface. Made in Pennsylvania, USA See More
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New Wave Neutral Grey Pad Disposable Paper Palette PadsSave Up to27%Off listNo water or solvents needed to clean these disposable palettes! Enhance your color and value gauging with the Grey Enhance your color and value gauging with the Ergonomic Hand Held or Rectangular New Wave Grey Pad Disposable Paper Palette Pads. When you're finished with painting,simply pull the… No water or solvents needed to clean these disposable palettes! Enhance your color and value gauging with the Grey Enhance your color and value gauging with the Ergonomic Hand Held or Rectangular New Wave Grey Pad Disposable Paper Palette Pads. When you're finished with painting,simply pull the paper from the pad and throw it away. Clean-up is so easy! The New Wave Grey Pad Disposable Paper Palette Pads contain 50 neutral grey sheets of extremely durable paper stock, which are coated to make certain the sheets beneath stay dry. In addition, the pad is glued on 3 edges, ensuring that your pages stay fastened while you mix paint, and guaranteeing that your pages don’t blow in the wind when painting outdoors. Designed with the artist in mind, the Grey Pad® raises the bar! Made in Pennsylvania, USA Key Features: * Available in: Ergonomical or Rectangular * 50 specially sheets per pad * Both palettes are 11"x16" * Coated to make certain the sheets beneath stay dry * Disposable! * No clean up necessary! * Glued on 3 edges * Easily Transportable * Pages stay fastened while you mix paint * Made in Pennsylvania, USA Perfect For: * Ideal for all paint media * Plein Air * Your pages do not blow in the wind if painting outdoors * Painting in windy weather * Artists on-the-go * Holding and mixing paint The Handheld New Wave Grey Disposable Paper Palette Pads provide you with a patent pending ergonomic design that evenly distributes the weight among your hand, arm, and torso for complete comfort if held. And when you're done painting, simply toss the top sheet and you're ready for the next painting! Both palettes: 50 sheets and are 11"x16" for easy storage and transportation. Made in the USA! See More
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Jerry's Cast Away Paper Palette PadsSave Up to47%Off listEnjoy a fresh white palette at each painting session! Jerry's Castaway paper palette pad is an excellent option for artists who paint often or quickly. They are perfect for holding and mixing paint and because each disposable palette pad is made from heavy weight 35 lb coated sheets, worrying about… Enjoy a fresh white palette at each painting session! Jerry's Castaway paper palette pad is an excellent option for artists who paint often or quickly. They are perfect for holding and mixing paint and because each disposable palette pad is made from heavy weight 35 lb coated sheets, worrying about colors bleeding through is a thing of the past. Each paper palette pad comes with 50 disposable sheets so once you finish your painting, throw away your used up palette sheet, grab another and start painting again. The castaway disposable palette can hold a number of mediums including oils, acrylics, caseins, alkyds and egg tempera making this one of the best disposable paper palette pads on the market for art students, beginners experimenting with different mediums or artists who like to do quick little paintings often. Key Features: * 50 sheets per pad * Heavy 35lb. coated white sheets * Colors will not bleed through * Holds oils, acrylics, alkyds and egg tempera Perfect For: * Artists who paint often * An inexpensive alternative to wood palettes * Practicing and quick painting sessions * Art students and artists of all skill levels See More
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Canson XL Palette Paper PadsSave Up to33%Off listLess mess, less stress! Ultra-smooth surface Ideal for plein air, these disposable Canson palettes feature forty easy to remove, acid-free sheets. Their ultra-smooth surface will make you forget that you're mixing colors on paper! When you're done painting, toss them in the trash! The Canson… Less mess, less stress! Ultra-smooth surface Ideal for plein air, these disposable Canson palettes feature forty easy to remove, acid-free sheets. Their ultra-smooth surface will make you forget that you're mixing colors on paper! When you're done painting, toss them in the trash! The Canson disposable palettes are available in a handheld model and a table top model, to accommodate any artist's preference or need. They can be used with any media, making for a far less messy cleanup, anywhere you might be! Key Features:* Smooth coated paper surface * 40 acid-free, easy to remove pages * Handheld and table-top models available Perfect For:* Artists on-the-go! * Any media* Mixing colors See More
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Dream BoardsSave Up to50%Off listA Fun and Stress Reducing Way to Express Yourself Dream Boards® are the ultimate stress reducer. Perfect for Art Relaxation! These special boards much like The Buddha Board activate with water to produce varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke. When the… A Fun and Stress Reducing Way to Express Yourself Dream Boards® are the ultimate stress reducer. Perfect for Art Relaxation! These special boards much like The Buddha Board activate with water to produce varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke. When the water evaporates the image disappears and you are left with a clean slate for your next adventure in imagery. It doesn’t matter if you are stepping away from a computer, tablet, or phone in order to rest your eyes while working out the daily heaviness of the days stresses. You are now able to dream no matter what your art proficiency. For anyone who is brush-savvy, you can now play with ideas easily and quickly anywhere in your home, office or when you want to travel. Dreaming allows us to define our goals and to work out our demons. Now you can do this while you are conscious which will certainly make your dreams more positive and make you happier, ready to take on the world with renewed energy and enthusiasm! Special boards activate with water to produce varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke! Comes with a higher quality better brush Key Features:* Available in various sizes, mini (5.31” x 5.79”) or large (9.45” x 11.81”)* Dream board, stand and brush - Just activate with water!* Made of high quality ABS plastic* Included brush is made to come to a fine point and hold lots of water* A higher quality better brush* Activated with water* Made of quality paper that will not bubble up or peel* Mounted to an ABS polymer board* Stands are made of high quality ABS plastic w/ brush holder slots* Brush is made to come to a fine point and hold lots of water* When the water evaporates the image disappear Perfect For:* Relaxation and stress reducer, art relaxation* Conveying thoughts and dreams onto paper* Ideas easily and quickly anywhere in your home, office or when you want to travel* Producing varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke* Perfect for practicing brush strokes* Art therapy and relaxation* No stress from your dream board as they are made of quality paper that will not bubble up or peel up mounted to an ABS polymer board. The stands are made of high quality ABS plastic w/ brush holder slots. Brush is made to come to a fine point and hold lots of water. See More
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New Wave Timbr Wood Toned Palette Pads
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Experience the feel and functionality of a professional wood-toned palette without the clean up! New Wave Timbr Palette Pads are for artists that like working from wood palettes while making clean up easy. Each palette has 50 sheets of warm, wood-toned, highly durable paper stock with a special… Experience the feel and functionality of a professional wood-toned palette without the clean up! New Wave Timbr Palette Pads are for artists that like working from wood palettes while making clean up easy. Each palette has 50 sheets of warm, wood-toned, highly durable paper stock with a special coating that allows artists to mix paint colors without bleeding through. The coated surface is for use with most paint media including oils, casein and acrylic paints. Available in an ergonomic hand held model and two rectangular sizes, the palette is glued on three sides for stability while mixing paint and to prevent pages from blowing away when working outside. Key Features: * 50 sheets per pad * Wood-toned professional palettes available in three sizes * Made of super durable, coated paper stock * Glued on three sides for stability * Easy clean up * Ergonomic hand held model and two rectangular sizes Perfect For: * Plein air painting * Traveling artists * Oils and acrylic paints * Classroom and studio use * Special coating that allows artists to mix paint colors See More -
Quinn Clear Acrylic Oval PaletteSave Up to50%Off listClear Acrylic Oval (Glass-Like) Smooth Palette It took a professor with many years of teaching behind her to create palettes that her students could not only use effectively but also afford. Made of 1/8" (3mm) clear acrylic, these palettes feature smooth edges for easy holding and a glass-like… Clear Acrylic Oval (Glass-Like) Smooth Palette It took a professor with many years of teaching behind her to create palettes that her students could not only use effectively but also afford. Made of 1/8" (3mm) clear acrylic, these palettes feature smooth edges for easy holding and a glass-like surface for mixing paint on. They will not break if they fall and allow easy clean up with acrylic colors by means of using denatured alcohol or for oil colors with odorless paint solvents like her favorite, Gamsol. Available in a wide array of sizes for use in the studio and for travel needs. Key Features:* Oval shaped palette* Made of 1/8" (3mm) clear acrylic* A glass-like surface* Smooth edges for easy holding* Will not break if they fall* Easy clean up with acrylic colors* Comfortable, easy to hold with thumbhole* Great for use in the studio and for travelArtist Testimonial & Review " love this palette. I use it for mixing mediums as well as colors. It washes up superbly and if the paint dries on it it peels right off. You can use metal palette knives as well as brushes on it. It is great for beginners as well as advanced painters too." See More
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Creative Mark Folding Plastic PaletteSave Up to36%Off list"The perfect palette to take anywhere!" This high quality 9¾" × 4½" × ¾" plastic palette folds out into two sections. One section provides plenty of mixing area for watercolors, while the other provides plenty of wells… "The perfect palette to take anywhere!" This high quality 9¾" × 4½" × ¾" plastic palette folds out into two sections. One section provides plenty of mixing area for watercolors, while the other provides plenty of wells to hold many colors. The folding plastic palette folds flat for table-top use and has thumb hole for holding. Its durable plastic body makes it perfect for plein air painting and even traveling! Key Features: * Easy to transport * Large mixing areas * Wells for all your colors * Convenient thumb hole Perfect For: * Watercolors and other fluid media * Artists on-the-go * Plein air painting * Mixing lots of colors Dimensions: 9¾" × 4½" × ¾" See More
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Jack Richeson Covered PaletteSave Up to33%Off listThis sturdy, reliable palette has 22 large to medium wells and is perfect for professional or student use. Each well features a lip to prevent seepage into mixing area and is big enough to accept large flat brushes. Made of white plastic. Measuring 15¾ × 12", this palette is great for the studio or… This sturdy, reliable palette has 22 large to medium wells and is perfect for professional or student use. Each well features a lip to prevent seepage into mixing area and is big enough to accept large flat brushes. Made of white plastic. Measuring 15¾ × 12", this palette is great for the studio or plein-aire painting. Complete with a secure lid, it is safe to travel with so you can be inspired anywhere! See More
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Turner Palette CleanerSave Up to45%Off listRestores stained acryl gouache and watercolor palettes to "like new" condition This palette cleaner from Turner Colour Works Ltd was created to remove Turner Acryl Gouache from plastic palettes. Acrylic gouaches give artists the ability to adhere gouache to anything, but learn quickly after the fact… Restores stained acryl gouache and watercolor palettes to "like new" condition This palette cleaner from Turner Colour Works Ltd was created to remove Turner Acryl Gouache from plastic palettes. Acrylic gouaches give artists the ability to adhere gouache to anything, but learn quickly after the fact that removing the dried gouache becomes a huge problem--even with scrubbing and soaking. Even the most durable plastic ABS palettes are subject to ugly stains left from staining pigments, after stringent cleaning with soap and water. Turner Palette Cleaner works quickly and easily--simply dip a clean soft cloth into the cleaner and gently rub the palette clean (do not dilute). The 40ml jar has enough for dozens of palette cleanings; a little goes a long way! Although this product was originally created for use with Acryl Gouache, in testing we found that Turner Palette Cleaner is just as effective at removing watercolor palette stains! Use Turner Palette Cleaner to remove watercolor stains, sticky watercolor mediums, residue and cement-like acrylic gouache like magic—leaving your palette looking brand new! Key Features: * Removes acrylic gouache completely from palettes * Restores stained watercolor palettes to "like new" condition * Available in 40ml jars Perfect For: * Use on on all types of plastics, as well as ceramic and metal * Artists seeking a solution to stubborn stained palettes Apply Turner Palette Cleaner and allow to penetrate. Rub paint stained areas with dry cloth.. repeat process if necessary See More
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PanPastel™ Ultra Soft Artists' Painting Pastel SetsSave Up to40%Off list…painting in other media e.g. oils* Use PanPastel to Enhance Watercolor Paintings PanPastel Empty Trays - The perfect palettes and organizers for PanPastel Colors! empty trays hold pans securely. Each palette includes a cover and is stackable. Standard PanPastel Sets… Ultra Soft, Low Dust, Lightfast, Highly Pigmented Pastel Cakes! PanPastel Ultra Soft Pastels are professional artists’ quality soft pastel colors packed in a unique pan format (cake-like). PanPastels are fully compatible with traditional pastel sticks, fixatives and surfaces; and with other artists' colors for mixed media work. 9 ml Pans contain approx. 35% more material than the average pastel stick. PanPastels are loaded with the highest quality pigments; and is made using a unique manufacturing process requiring minimal binder and fillers, resulting in rich, ultra soft and low dust colors. PanPastel Colors are fully compatible with traditional pastel sticks, fixatives and surfaces; and with other artists' colors for mixed media work. 9 ml Pans contain approx. 35% more material than the average pastel stick. Versatile and easy to use PanPastel for a variety of techniques. Use for dry-in-dry techniques—mix and blend like paint! Key Features:* Great for pastel washes, backgrounds and under paintings* Use for dry-in-dry techniques—mix and blend like paint* Ultra thin "glazing" layers won't overfill the "tooth"* Control painterly effects—from intense to delicate pastel marks* Blend and apply dry color like fluid paint* Can be mixed and applied like paint Perfect For:* Painting & Drawing* Painting (with & without pastel sticks, pencils and other media* Drawing – for sketching & blocking-in drawings* Subtractive (reductive) techniques – tone paper with PanPastel then subtract drawing using an eraser* Underpaintings e.g. initial sketch for paintings* Backgrounds e.g. for colored pencils* Color studies prior to painting in other media e.g. oils* Use PanPastel to Enhance Watercolor Paintings PanPastel Empty Trays - The perfect palettes and organizers for PanPastel Colors! empty trays hold pans securely. Each palette includes a cover and is stackable. Standard PanPastel Sets - Includes PanPastels and a selection of Storage Jars, Sofft Covers, Sofft Mini Applicators and Sofft Sponge Bars. Sets of 7 with Palettes - Features pans of highly pigments soft pastels in themed colors. Includes palette and Sofft tools for blending. See More
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u.go™ Plein Air | Anywhere™ Pochade Box & AccessoriesSave Up to17%Off list…is all your own. Available in three different sizes, you can pair your Pochade Box with your choice of accessories including: Anywhere™ Side Tray (4"x11" & 4"x8"), Anywhere™ White Plastic Palettes (9"x13.5", 6.4"x10.3", & 5"x6.6"), or Anywhere™ Glass Palette, & Anywhere™ Gray… Designed for travel from sea to summit & anywhere in between! The u.go™ Anywhere™ Pochade Box was designed to be useful in any sort of terrain. Each tree's inherent beauty, shown in the grain lines, knots, & varying wood tones, combines our work handcrafting each pochade box to create an item that is uniquely yours. The u.go™ Anywhere™ Pochade box pairs with multiple accessories providing a Pochade Box that is all your own. Available in three different sizes, you can pair your Pochade Box with your choice of accessories including: Anywhere™ Side Tray (4"x11" & 4"x8"), Anywhere™ White Plastic Palettes (9"x13.5", 6.4"x10.3", & 5"x6.6"), or Anywhere™ Glass Palette, & Anywhere™ Gray Palette. Key Features: * Available in three different sizes! * Pochade Box made of Baltic Birch * Customize Pochade Box to your needs * Strong earth magnets connect wood tray to pochade box * u.go Anywhere palettes are easy to clean * Palettes come in grey glass, clear glass, or white plastic * Pochade accessories easily snap off or slide out of place * Crack-proof, chip-proof, and non-yellowing wood * Stainless steel, aluminum accents & non-corrosive hardware * Universal tripod mount inculded with each Pochade box * All products are made in the USA Perfect For: * Traveling, on the go * All types of paint media * Plein air painters * Quick and easy painting set up * Bringing on day trips, backpacking and sightseeing * Use with drawing mediums as well as paint! * See More
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Guerrilla Painter Brush TraySave Up to16%Off listProtect your Brushes in Transit! The Guerrilla Painter Brush Tray is one Guerrilla Painter's most popular accessories. The Brush Tray helps to keep your brushes protected in transit. It fits perfectly under the sliding palette while leaving room in the Guerrilla Box™ or Hinged Front Guerrilla Box™… Protect your Brushes in Transit! The Guerrilla Painter Brush Tray is one Guerrilla Painter's most popular accessories. The Brush Tray helps to keep your brushes protected in transit. It fits perfectly under the sliding palette while leaving room in the Guerrilla Box™ or Hinged Front Guerrilla Box™ for storing other supplies underneath. Leaves room in the 9" x 12" Guerrilla Painter® Box for storing up to ten 37 ml paint tubes or other supplies underneath the Brush Tray. To expand your workspace, clamp your Brush Tray to the side of the Guerrilla Box or the end of the sliding palette. Made of Polypropylene. Key Features:* Dimensions: 12” x 4-1/2” x 1-1/8”* Fits under sliding palette* Leaves storage space underneath Perfect For:* Protecting your brushes in transit* Keeps brushes accessible* Can expand your workspace See More
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Creative Mark Classroom PalettesSave Up to55%Off listPaint Trays, Palettes, and Cups Perfect for the Classroom Creative Mark Palettes and Muffin Trays have oversized paint wells that can hold a lot of paint, which is very handy when working with students. The individual water cups are great for holding brush rinse water or dry craft supplies. All of… Paint Trays, Palettes, and Cups Perfect for the Classroom Creative Mark Palettes and Muffin Trays have oversized paint wells that can hold a lot of paint, which is very handy when working with students. The individual water cups are great for holding brush rinse water or dry craft supplies. All of these classroom essentials are made of durable, easy-to-clean plastic. Just rinse at the sink and wipe down with a paper towel to dry. Key Features: * Designed to be reused * Round palettes come with or without lids * Made of durable, easy-to-clean plastic * Palettes and water cups have raised brush rest points * Available in packs of 12 Perfect For: * Acrylic, watercolor, and gouache * Working in the studio or classroom * Teaching color theory to large groups of children * Separating paint colors or dry craft supplies * Quick and easy cleanup * Everyday studio use How much paint/water will each well hold? * 10-Well Round Palette: 7.4ml (0.25oz) per well * Muffin Tray: 60ml (2oz) per well * Water Cup: 74ml (2.5oz) Please Note: the lids are not airtight See More
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Guerrilla Painter Foam Lined Pastel TraysSave Up to40%Off listFoam Lined Pastel Tray - This tray will hold assorted sizes including many larger diameters and handmade pastels. Foam is removable for easy cleaning. Includes foam-lined lid. Made of extra durable, double thick, high-impact polystyrene and medium-density foam. The 9x12" Guerrilla Painter® Box can… Foam Lined Pastel Tray - This tray will hold assorted sizes including many larger diameters and handmade pastels. Foam is removable for easy cleaning. Includes foam-lined lid. Made of extra durable, double thick, high-impact polystyrene and medium-density foam. The 9x12" Guerrilla Painter® Box can carry up to 4 trays. For 9x12" Guerrilla Painter® Box. Pastel Carrier - This handy, portable case includes 4 Foam Lined Pastel Trays. See More
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Creative Mark English Glazed Porcelain PalettesSave Up to62%Off list…Giant Covered Watercolor Dish - Measures 7" in diameter and 2 1⁄16" high with cover. The mixing tray has six, 1" deep perimeter wells and a 3 ¾" diameter center well. The cover doubles as a huge mixing tray. Slant Palette - The palette measures 4 ¼" × 7 ½" in size and features five circle-well and… Easy to clean and store! Creative Mark English Glazed Porcelain Palettes are an excellent surface for color mixing. Many watercolorists depend on porcelain palettes because they are easy to clean and are weighty enough that they don't move around while in use. Choose from a variety of palette shapes and sizes that can easily fit into your daily studio routine! Key Features: * Easy to clean * Sturdy construction * English glazed porcelain Perfect For: * Watercolor and gouache * Color mixing * Everyday studio use The 20 Well Palette: has 20 deep paint wells and a matching cover that doubles as a mixing tray. Use the paint wells to hold watercolor, gouache, or oil paints. The palette wells are big enough to hold most half-pans and are also excellent for storing tiny beads or small craft items. Flower Palette - Measures 4 ¾" in diameter and features six petal-shaped wells and a center section. Giant Covered Watercolor Dish - Measures 7" in diameter and 2 1⁄16" high with cover. The mixing tray has six, 1" deep perimeter wells and a 3 ¾" diameter center well. The cover doubles as a huge mixing tray. Slant Palette - The palette measures 4 ¼" × 7 ½" in size and features five circle-well and five slants mixing areas. Stacking Style Palette - Features five 3" diameter and ½" high nesting trays with a matching cover. See More
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Famous Artist Porcelain PalettesSave Up to19%Off listThese palettes are direct replicas of each famous artist's personal plastic palettes, but produced in heavyweight porcelain for the studio. These sturdy palettes will not slide around during use, which helps keeps a spill-proof studio environment. Each palette is ingeniously designed with plenty of… These palettes are direct replicas of each famous artist's personal plastic palettes, but produced in heavyweight porcelain for the studio. These sturdy palettes will not slide around during use, which helps keeps a spill-proof studio environment. Each palette is ingeniously designed with plenty of well space for color and large surface areas for color mixing. Each palette features large plastic covers and weigh 7 lbs. Tom Lynch Palette - This large rectangular palette features corner holes to hold 8 brushes. Stephen Quiller Palette - This circular palette is constructed in a way similar to a color wheel. Contains instructions on how to set up palette for effective color mixing. See More
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Lock Box Air Tight PalettesSave Up to44%Off listThis wonderful circular palette features a twist locking cover that forms an air-tight atmosphere for oils, acrylics or watercolors. The top of this 11-1⁄2" by 1" thick unit locks in position with a secure slide fastener. Inside, paints can be stored in a circular plastic palette or on mixing… This wonderful circular palette features a twist locking cover that forms an air-tight atmosphere for oils, acrylics or watercolors. The top of this 11-1⁄2" by 1" thick unit locks in position with a secure slide fastener. Inside, paints can be stored in a circular plastic palette or on mixing paper. This palette is easy to store and travel with due to it's compact width and reliable closing system. Lock-Box Palette with Slant Insert and 10 Paper Refills A sponge is included that may be wet to humidify interior of palette keeping acrylics workable for many days. Included in the palette is a disposable all-medium palette containing 10 sheets of palette paper. Extra palette paper is sold in pads of 10 sheets. Lock-Box Palette with Plexi Insert The Lock-Box with the Plexi insert will allow you the option of mixing your colors on your palette while keeping them moist. (Palette paper sold seperately) Lock-Box Palette with Slant Insert New slant inserts will help organize and store even more paint! (Palette paper sold seperately) See More
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Acryl Gouache Color Mixing Guide & Empty PaletteSave Up to60%Off listTry Turner Acryl Gouache accessories today! The Turner Acryl Gouache Color Mixing Guide is designed for use with Turner Acryl Gouache Paints. You can create up to 120 individual colors by following the mixing ratio written on the back of each card. The Empty Palette Box is made of translucent… Try Turner Acryl Gouache accessories today! The Turner Acryl Gouache Color Mixing Guide is designed for use with Turner Acryl Gouache Paints. You can create up to 120 individual colors by following the mixing ratio written on the back of each card. The Empty Palette Box is made of translucent plastic and includes 5 separate compartments, a clear ruler, and a wipe cloth. It's perfect for making your very own portable paint set. Snap the clear plastic lid over the box when it's clean-up time. Key Features:* Mixing Guide cards designed for use with Turner Acryl Gouache Paints* Cards are the perfect size for your pocket* Create up to 120 colors by following mixing ratios* Empty plastic palette with 5 compartments* Ruler and wipe cloth included with the palette Perfect For:* Painting with Turner Acrylic Gouache* Fine artists, illustrators, and designers* Color mixing 120 different colors* Reproducing colors with mixing instructions* Storing materials and paints* Everyday studio use See More
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The Stephen Quiller PaletteSave Up to36%Off listThis palette is circular to make accurate color mixing easy and accessible. This palette features 24 wells arranged in circle with 8 outside wells and a large mixing area in middle. Includes instruction guide. This version is made of plastic, but there is also a porcelain version of this incredible… This palette is circular to make accurate color mixing easy and accessible. This palette features 24 wells arranged in circle with 8 outside wells and a large mixing area in middle. Includes instruction guide. This version is made of plastic, but there is also a porcelain version of this incredible palette, available in the Glazed Porcelain and Enamel Palette section of our web site. See More
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SoHo Urban Artist Disposable White Paper Palette PadsSave Up to42%Off listDisposable white paper palette pads - 2x thicker than any other brand A good palette pad must not frustrate you. There are several ways it can. It can wrinkle, it can bleed through and it can be torn from the edge of a palette knife. The Soho Paper Palette Pad features 100 gram coated sheets that… Disposable white paper palette pads - 2x thicker than any other brand A good palette pad must not frustrate you. There are several ways it can. It can wrinkle, it can bleed through and it can be torn from the edge of a palette knife. The Soho Paper Palette Pad features 100 gram coated sheets that can hold lots of paint, will not bleed through to the next sheet, and are beefy enough to take the occasional nick from a palette knife.To utilize just lay out colors, use as you would any palette and discard when done without the need of scraping off a palette. These pads are available with or without a finger hole depending on how you want to employ the palette. 2x thicker than any other brand - Paint will not bleed through to next sheet Key Features:* 30 sheets in each pad, Multiple Sizes* 100 gram coated sheets* Available with or without thumb hole* Extra heavy sheets* 2x thicker than any other brand* Won't tear when using a palette knife* Paint will not bleed through to next sheet* Wrinkle free with most applications! Perfect For:* Acrylics and Oils* Alkyds* Caseins* Palette knife use* Easy clean up* On the go* Studios, workshops & classrooms Each has 30 sheets—not 50—for two reasons. Reason one is to make it lighter for traveling and reason two is because by the time an artist uses 25 sheets the palette is a little worse for wear. 30 sheets is a nice compromise.To utilize just lay out colors, use as you would any palette and discard when done without the need of scraping off a palette. These pads are available with or without a finger hole depending on how you want to employ the palette. See More
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Double Take Palette System Plastic Cups & LidsSave Up to37%Off list…Double-Take Palette, cups fit perfectly into the palette and are made of the same unbreakable plastic. Refill cups fit snugly in a corrugated storage tray that will absorb any unlikely spills. Key Features:* 1 oz. unbreakable plastic refill cups* Spill resistent Perfect For:* Watercolors, acrylics,… Made specifically for fluid acrylics, watercolors and inks! Double Take Mixing Cup Set of 18 -1 oz. Refill Cups are sold in handy packs of 18 and may be used for your own special paint mixtures and mediums as well. Excellent for watercolorists, acrylic painters, and silk painters. The perfect companion for the Double-Take Palette, cups fit perfectly into the palette and are made of the same unbreakable plastic. Refill cups fit snugly in a corrugated storage tray that will absorb any unlikely spills. Key Features:* 1 oz. unbreakable plastic refill cups* Spill resistent Perfect For:* Watercolors, acrylics, silk paints* Your paint mixtures See More
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Masterson Sta-Wet Palettes and AccessoriesSave Up to15%Off list…acrylic palette paper * Cellulose Sponge * Palette Tray and Lid * Injection molded palette Tray and Lid * Five Paint Cups & Detachable Lids * One Solvent Cup with Attached Lid * Storage area beneath the Removable Cup Holder Tray * Complete instructions for preparation and use * Dimensions:… Masterson Patented Sta-Wet System No more wasted paint! The Sta-Wet palette system was developed by Masterson over 25 years ago and is unmatched in its level of functionality. Masterson’s Sta-Wet system keeps acrylics and other water-based paints moist on the open palette for hours. Once the lid is closed, the paints will stay in workable condition for days, even weeks. A wet sponge and special permeable palette paper provide the paint with a constant source of moisture. Your paints will not dry out. The airtight container can be used to store oil paints as well. When used to store oil paints, a palette conducive to oils is recommended. New Wave Artist Palettes, sponge packs, and acrylic film packs produced by New Wave Art, are compatible and sold separately. Key Features: * Patented Sta-Wet palettes * The secure seal keeps out air * Paints will not dry out * Accessories sold separately Perfect For: * Professional Artists * Students* Acrylic and oil paint Sta-Wet Painter's Pal Palette: The revolutionary palette is more than just an airtight 9 × 12" palette system; it's a complete easy-to-carry palette box. It Takes 9 × 12" acrylic palette paper film or any 9 × 12" disposable palette pad. The special acrylic film is placed over a damp sponge to create a humid environment for your paint. * Each Sta-Wet Painter’s Pal contains: * Five sheets of "Sta-Wet" acrylic palette paper * Cellulose Sponge * Palette Tray and Lid * Injection molded palette Tray and Lid * Five Paint Cups & Detachable Lids * One Solvent Cup with Attached Lid * Storage area beneath the Removable Cup Holder Tray * Complete instructions for preparation and use * Dimensions: 12" x 13" x 1-1/2" * Palette Size: 9" x 12" * Made in the USA of tough yet lightweight plastic * Additional paper, sponges & cups sold separately Solvent Cups Store turpentine, mediums, and solvents in these sturdy lidded containers. Ten 0.5 oz cups per package. Cups measure 1-1/2 "Dia × 3/4 "D. * Each Sta-Wet Premier Palette contains: * Five sheets of "Sta-Wet" acrylic palette paper * Cellulose Sponge * Palette Tray and Lid * Complete instructions for preparation and use * Palette measures 12" x 16" x 1-3/4" * Additional paper and sponges sold separately See More
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Darwin Stain Resistant Nano-Material PalettesSave Up to47%Off listSpace Age Nano-Material Palettes That Won't Warp or Stain! Darwin Stain Resistant Nano palettes are made of nano particle size materials that are extremely strong, won't warp and are the best palettes for oils, acrylics, watercolors, fluids and more. To understand this product fully nano-material is… Space Age Nano-Material Palettes That Won't Warp or Stain! Darwin Stain Resistant Nano palettes are made of nano particle size materials that are extremely strong, won't warp and are the best palettes for oils, acrylics, watercolors, fluids and more. To understand this product fully nano-material is comprised of particles that are 100,000 times smaller than a human hair. Nano-material has revolutionized bulletproof glass for instance. Easier to Clean than Glass, Ceramic, Wood or Plastic Palettes. The nano-material is 100 times stronger than steel! Darwin is the evolution of all artists' palettes and rids artists of all the problems associated with plastic, ceramic, glass, wood or metal palettes. The Flower Palette- It is a state of the art, super stain resistant, super strong and easy to clean material made of Nano sized particles to form a smooth surface. It is head and shoulders over anything on the market today and since the size is large, it is a great value! The Best You Can Buy! Surface is virtually non-absorbent and super strong. 100 times stronger than steel. Made from Space-Age Nano Material. Not affected by heat, won't warp, chip or crack. Has a hefty weight to it to remain sturdy while in use! Key Features: * Made of Nano Particle Size Material* The Nano-Material is 100 times stronger than steel* Extremely Structurally Strong, Will Not Warp* Easier to Clean then Glass, Ceramic, Wood or Plastic Palettes* Available in: Flower Palette* Cold has no effect on the palettes* Oils wipes clean without the need to use harsh solvents* Acrylics peel off when dry, easy to clean up any other paint residue that may not peel off* Watercolor Flower Palette: Head and shoulders over anything on the market today, large size great value! Perfect For: * Lightweight design for use in or away from studio* Mixing virtually any type of media* Watercolors* With oils you can put this palette in your freezer* Saving paint and mixtures between sessions* Virtually non-absorbent and super strong with a melting point * The wide open area allows for mixing with less waste than any other palette in the world and it won't stain. With oil colors, it wipes clean, without the need to use harsh solvents, to a clean fresh surface. Dried in oil colors may be lifted off leaving very little if any staining of the surface. Acrylic artists' universally love this palette because not only does paint peel off when dry, but it is so easy to clean up any other paint residue that may not peel off. Darwin 6-Well Watercolor Flower Palette - 8in Diameter (89528) The Flower Palette is 8” in diameter and 0.158" thick (4mm). There are 6 petal shaped wells that are approximately 1-7/8” x 3-1/8” at widest area with a depth of 0.5 inches (13mm). It is a state of the art, super stain resistant, super strong and easy to clean material made of Nano sized particles to form a smooth surface. It is head and shoulders over anything on the market today and since the size is large, it is a great value! See More
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Empty Watercolor Half Pan BoxesSave Up to25%Off listPack your perfect watercolor palette with these Italian-made half pan boxes! These convenient boxes are the ideal accessory for any watercolor artist! Crafted in Italy from sturdy steel, coated in enamel (black exterior and white interior) with a special non-rusting treatment, these empty boxes are… Pack your perfect watercolor palette with these Italian-made half pan boxes! These convenient boxes are the ideal accessory for any watercolor artist! Crafted in Italy from sturdy steel, coated in enamel (black exterior and white interior) with a special non-rusting treatment, these empty boxes are great for filling with your favorite half pan watercolors. Featuring handy fold-out palettes for color mixing, half pans simply snap right into the box, framing a center channel that can carry a small brush or tube of white gouache. Working all in monochromes? Fill up a box of different shades of all one color! Going plein air painting? Fine tune your palette to reflect the colors of the landscape around you. These high quality, empty half pan boxes are sure to become one of your favorite painting accessories! Key Features: * Enameled metal watercolor boxes * Rust-resistant * Fold-out palette in lid * Hold up to 8 or 24 half pans Perfect For: * Building a custom watercolor palette * Bringing plein air painting * Use in the studio or on the road * Any watercolor painter! See More
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New Wave Easy Lift Peelable Plastic PaletteSave Up to10%Off listEasy Lift® Peelable Plastic Palette - No water needed to clean up acrylic paints on this plastic palette! Easy to hold and easy to clean! The New Wave Easy Lift® peelable plastic artist palette is ideal for acrylic paints and versatile enough for oils. Dried acrylic paints simply peel away, while… Easy Lift® Peelable Plastic Palette - No water needed to clean up acrylic paints on this plastic palette! Easy to hold and easy to clean! The New Wave Easy Lift® peelable plastic artist palette is ideal for acrylic paints and versatile enough for oils. Dried acrylic paints simply peel away, while oil paints are easily removed with solvents. The Easy Lift® plastic palette comes with a flexible silicone thumb ring that is interchangeable for right and left handed painters, providing an unmatched level of comfort. The palette provides a patent pending 3 point design that evenly distributes the palette weight, allowing you to paint effortlessly. At 11"x16" this palette is easily transportable, sturdy to hold lots of colors and paints, and is still extremely lightweight. Made in the USA! Key Features:* Used for acrylic and oil paint* Size: 16"x11"x0.13" Weight: 0.75 lbs* Acrylic paints peel off when dried!* Interchangeable silicone thumb ring for comfort* Patented ergonomic 3 point design* Easy to hold and easy to clean* Made in Pennsylvania, USA Perfect For:* Acrylic paints and versatile enough for oils.* Quick and easy clean up with acrylic paints* Right and left handed painters* Easy transportation* Plein Air Dried acrylic paints simply peel away, while oil paints are easily removed with solvents. Set the palette flat on your tabletop or hold it with complete ease due to the patented ergonomic design that evenly distributes the weight among your hand, arm, and torso. See More
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Creative Mark Empty Watercolor PansSave Up to25%Off listCustomize & Make Your Own Watercolor Pans The Creative Mark Empty Watercolor Pans are one of Jerry's best selling Items! The Creative Mark Empty Watercolor Pans come in empty half-pans and empty whole-pans for watercolors and making your own watercolor pans. Their small size makes them easy to… Customize & Make Your Own Watercolor Pans The Creative Mark Empty Watercolor Pans are one of Jerry's best selling Items! The Creative Mark Empty Watercolor Pans come in empty half-pans and empty whole-pans for watercolors and making your own watercolor pans. Their small size makes them easy to store and won't take up a lot of room within your creative work space! The bright white color allows watercolor artists to differentiate the exact shade of their watercolor paints. Create your own watercolor pans - add watercolor paint straight from the tube and let it dry! Re-wet when ready to use Their smooth, plastic-mould body makes clean-up a breeze! These little art supply wonders don't have to be purposed just for watercolor paints. You can also use them to organize the small odds and ends in your work space! Key Features:* White, plastic-mould body* Easy to clean* Easy to store* Sold in half and whole pan sizes Perfect For:* Holding watercolor paints* Artists on-the-go* Use when storing small art supplies **These whole and half pans are sold in single increments** See More
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