Christmas Offers & Gift Ideas

The Christmas season is finally here, and we're all running around trying to find original presents for friends and loved ones... it's official; smellies and boxer shorts don’t make the grade anymore. For Christmas 2025, you can sit back with a large cocoa and read this blog instead, as we’ve rounded up a sackful of gift ideas to put a smile on any artist's - or unsuspecting artist's - face. Over the following weeks and months, we'll unwrap offers on different ranges gifts that will have you sleighing the art world. First up - painting products. Let’s make this a Christmas creative one.

If you're having trouble coming up with the ideal present, look no further than our selection of gift cards for creative supplies! View our selection of Gift Cards here.

Our last day for ordering online for a delivery before Christmas*, is Friday 19th December.
Please check our website to see our Christmas opening hours as they may be subject to change.

* Subject to items being in stock

Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour 24 Half Pan Paint Sketchers Box

Discover 24 of Winsor & Newton's finest Professional Watercolours, offering high pigment concentration for excellent lightfastness and permanence. These half pans are housed in a lightweight travel tin with an integrated palette in the lid, a hinged mixing flap, a thumb-ring on the base, and space for a brush.

The balanced colour selection includes Winsor Lemon, Winsor Yellow, Cadmium-Free Yellow, and more, chosen for purity and mixing potential. The tin provides ample mixing space with two internal palettes, one hinged for protection, and a removable tray for cleaning. Highly pigmented, these paints rewet easily and are ideal for both established artists and those upgrading materials. Perfect for outdoor sketching or studio work, this set is durable and portable.

SAVE 43% - WAS £141.00 / NOW £79.99
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Arches Aquarelle Painting Paper Block - 140lb/300gsm Cold Pressed Not 26x36cm

Arches Aquarelle is a professional-grade 100% cotton watercolour paper, manufactured on a cylinder mould using pure French stream water for even fibre distribution and uniform absorbency. With natural gelatin sizing and no optical brighteners, it offers optimal longevity and a naturally white surface. The cold-pressed texture is strong enough to handle multiple washes, masking fluid, scrubbing, and artist tape without damage. It absorbs water without warping or bleeding colours, making it ideal for watercolour, wet media, drawing, and printmaking. Each block is hand-inspected for consistency and durability, providing a reliable foundation for student projects or professional work. Available in various sizes, this 26x36cm block suits detailed studies or larger compositions.

SAVE 20% - WAS £53.60 / NOW £42.88
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Da Vinci Gift Case - Pure Sable Pocket Brushes

The Da Vinci Series 1503 pocket brushes are made from selected Kolinsky red sable hair, known for durability, great filling capacity, elasticity, and a finely crafted tip. These round brushes in sizes 4, 6, and 10 feature double-section black artificial horn handles that unscrew halfway, allowing the sable to be stored inside for protection during travel. Ideal for watercolour on the go, they maintain shape and provide precise control. Presented in a smart leather pocket case, this set is a practical choice for students needing reliable tools for fieldwork or studio sessions. The pure sable hair excels in holding water and pigment, making it suitable for detailed work or broad washes.

SAVE 25% - WAS £185.00 / NOW £138.75
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Old Holland Oil Colour Paints - Standard Set No1 10 x 40ml

This introductory set contains 10 x 40ml tubes of Old Holland Classic Oil Colours, adhering to recipes from 1664 for uncompromising quality. Colours include Mixed White, Scheveningen Yellow Light, Scheveningen Red Light, Ultramarine Blue, Madder (Crimson) Lake Deep Extra, Sap Green Lake Extra, Burnt Sienna, Burnt Umber, Scheveningen Warm Grey, and Old Holland Red Gold Lake. Heavily pigmented with excellent covering power, these oils use only cold-pressed linseed oil as a binder, no artificial driers. Ideal for students exploring oil painting, the set provides a versatile palette for mixing and layering. Manufactured by hand, it ensures stability and lightfastness for long-lasting results.

SAVE 10% - WAS £140.00 / NOW £126.00
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Seahwite Cradled Wood Art Panel - 19mm Deep A3

Seawhite Wooden Painting Panels offer a sturdy alternative to canvas, with a 19mm deep pine frame and a plain birch wood surface sanded for an extra-smooth finish. Rigid and tough, it withstands harsh brush or knife applications without damage. Made from high-quality materials in the UK, the cradled design provides reinforcement and a ready-to-display format. Suitable for oil, acrylic, mixed media, or encaustic art, this A3 panel ensures artwork won't stretch or crumple. The deep edges allow for hanging without framing, making it practical for university projects or presentations.

£11.00
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Pro Arte Hog Paintbrushes Wallet W7A

Pro Arte offers a range of discounted brush sets, with the Hog Wallet W7A containing Short Flat sizes 1, 3, 5, 7 and Round size 1, presented in a handy plastic wallet for easy storage and transport. These hog bristle brushes are reliable for oil or acrylic painting, providing stiffness for thick paint application and control for detailed work. An economical way to build a brush collection, they hold shape well and are suitable for students handling varied media. Excellent value, these brushes serve both beginners and those expanding tools for university assignments.

SAVE 31% - WAS £20.75 / NOW £14.36
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Winsor & Newton Professional Acrylic Paint - 12 x 20ml Tube Set

Winsor & Newton's Professional Acrylic set includes 12 x 20ml tubes with a cutting-edge resin formulation that ensures true colour fidelity—no shift in tone from wet to dry. Colours: Lemon Yellow Hue, Azo Yellow Medium, Naphthol Red Light, Permanent Alizarin Crimson, Ultramarine Blue, Phthalo Blue (Red Shade), Phthalo Green (Blue Shade), Olive Green, Yellow Ochre, Raw Umber, Mars Black, Titanium White. This breakthrough technology provides brighter, more vivid results with longer blending time while retaining quick-dry properties. Ideal for students, it offers a broader palette for mixing and layering in acrylic projects.

SAVE 30% - WAS £54.05 / NOW £37.84
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Daler Rowney System 3 Acrylic Painting Pads

The Daler Rowney System 3 Acrylic Painting Pad features 20 sheets of 230gsm paper with a linen texture, designed specifically for acrylic paint and mixed media. Available in A5, A4, and A3 sizes, the gummed pad format keeps sheets secure while allowing easy removal. Acid-free and sturdy, it handles multiple layers without buckling, suitable for wet or dry techniques. Part of the System 3 range, it works with compatible paints, inks, and brushes for harmonious results. Practical for students experimenting with acrylics in class or on the go.

£21.78
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Pro Arte Sterling Acrylix Paintbrushes Wallet W6 Set

Pro Arte's Sterling Acrylix Wallet W6 Set includes three top-tier synthetic brushes: Short Flat size 8, Long Flat size 6, and Round size 4, in a handy plastic wallet for storage. Engineered for durability and performance, these brushes maintain shape, offering stiffness for oil and acrylic paints with precise control. The synthetic fibres provide the right balance of resilience and snap, making them suitable for thick applications or fine details. An economical option for building a collection, ideal for university students working with heavy-bodied media.

SAVE 25% - WAS £21.25 / NOW £15.94
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Mabef M32 Large Field Easel

The Mabef M32 is the sturdiest folding sketch easel, constructed from oiled, stain-resistant beechwood for durability. It folds into a compact unit weighing 9lbs, with a leather carrying handle for portability. A single heavy-duty wing nut adjusts the angle from vertical to horizontal, suitable for oil, watercolour, or acrylic work. Holds canvases up to 78 inches, with pivoting holders for stability. Ideal for outdoor or studio use, it provides a reliable setup for students painting large-scale projects without tipping in wind. With care, it lasts for years.

SAVE 31% - WAS £195.00 / NOW £135.00
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