FLAX Canvas
What's New: ArtGraf water-soluble graphite
Extremely versatile, Viarco’s ArtGraf water-soluble graphite powder gives the artist the opportunity to explore new techniques and approaches with one of the oldest and most conventional raw materials used in fine artsNaturally able to make the traditional shade, it has the advantage of allowing to work with water before, during or after application. With soluble and fixing properties incorporated into the formula, the ArtGraf graphite powder provides a rigorous control of the scale of grey
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11th Mar 2020
Notebooks for Visual Thinkers
Creative thinkers want more than just straight lines in their notebooks. Dot grids and lighter gray inks allow you to incorporate diagrams, drawings, and thought maps into your note taking. High quality paper that allows for fountain pens, markers, and a variety of writing implements is also a valuable feature to look for when finding the perfect notebook. We've rounded up a few our our favorite notebooks for creative thinkers.Grids & Guides NotebooksThese deluxe, cloth covered notebook
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8th Aug 2019
What's New: Tombow Twin Tone Markers
Perfect for color-coding and decorating planners, journals and notebooks, Tombow Twin Tone markers give you more options. They are double sided, with two tip choices - broad bullet for bold lines and extra-fine for detailed precise lines.A great tool for hand lettering or simply doodleing for fun. They come in 36 colors and are sold individually and in sets. Water-based ink doesn’t bleed through most papers. Durable fiber point tips are long lasting and maintain shape after use. Bullet
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8th Aug 2019
Stillman & Birn Sketchbooks
Stillman & Birn Sketchbooks are quickly becoming one of our most popular sketchbooks. We love them because of the incredibly wide range of formats, paper weight, shade and surface. Whether you work in a dry or wet medium, you can find a sketchbook that works best for you! You'll love them because of their robust paper, allowing for heavy washes on both sides of the page without buckling. But don't take our word for it, take a look at these artists' sketchbook tours and see the possibilities
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1st Aug 2019
Artist Employee Spotlight - Meet Taylor Smith
In our Artist Employee Spotlight series, we are highlighting the diverse and exceptional talent here at FLAX art & design.Meet Taylor Smith, an Oakland-based artist and jewelry designer with a meticulous appreciation for sweating the details. Her pieces are often crafted through intricate pattern and dot work, where she uses thoughtful precision to highlight meaningful themes. Through several mediums including metalwork, painting, drawing, and mixed media, Taylor is enamored with bringing d
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5th Sep 2018