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Surface Matters: NEW Premium-Quality Canvas at Opus!
by Opus Art Supplies on June 20th

At Opus, we believe in providing you with the best possible surface, and we have found it in Fredrix Premium Canvas, a top‑of‑the‑line selection of surfaces for the professional artist.

In the beginning stages of your creative process – the part before you even dip brush into paint – you are making important decisions. Maybe it’s a choice you’re making consciously, or perhaps you are selecting from what is available in the moment. In either case, a surface must be chosen before you are able to get started, and that surface can greatly influence the outcome of your painting....Read more

And We Have Lift Off!
by Opus Art Supplies on May 2nd

And We Have Lift Off! Bring your work to a whole new level by learning to lift watercolour!

Reactivate! Along with their inherent transparency, a key property of watercolour paints is reactivation  – water can be applied to dry colour, dissolving the water-soluble binder, allowing you to lift the pigment from the paper. You can exploit this characteristic to add subtle highlights and even to restore an area almost completely back to the white of the paper....Read more

Picture This! Opus Full Serve Print & Frame Package
by Opus Art Supplies on March 2nd

PICTURE THIS!

FULL SERVE PRINT & FRAME PACKAGES –
ONLY AT OPUS DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

Looking for a fast and hassle-free way to turn your pictures into finished works of art? Bring in your phone†, as we’ll do the work for you in less than 1 hour*

We will print your image with our Quick Print Service and frame it for you using a Chai Mat and an Opus BOD Frame, too!...Read more

Creative Services at Opus
by Opus Art Supplies on November 1st

Opus Creative Services: Custom DIY Picture Framing • Fine Art Digital Printing & Mounting • Custom Canvas, Panels, & Stretcher Bar Frames

Crafted to your specifications, Opus Creative Services provide you with optimal control over your artwork, whether you are looking for a painting surface made to your specifications, top-quality fine art digital reproductions of your work, or a custom-crafted picture frame.

Click below to learn more about the services we offer at each of our stores....Read more


 

Chart Your Creativity!
by Opus Art Supplies on August 17th

The sketchpad – redefined! We’re excited to announce the latest in pads and paper from the Chartpak family of brands.

Designed by some of the most passionate papermakers in the industry, these pads offer outstanding papers for every media. The covers tell the story of what’s inside: red for drawing, blue for painting, purple for markers, and orange for technical papers. And look for extra features like the In & Out™ pages and InkBlock™ panels, too!...Read more

Watercolour Wishlist
by Opus Art Supplies on May 24th
Watercolour Wishlist: Wet Media Favourites for the Outdoor Painter

Are you ready to pack up your water media supplies and create outdoors? Browse our list of favourites for the outdoor watercolour artist:

Paints
Opus Essential Watercolours...Read more

A Brush with Greatness
by Opus Art Supplies on March 29th

A Brush with Greatness: Dip into the World of Watercolour Brushes

Dip into the World of Watercolour Brushes

While pigments and paints often get all the glory, the smooth washes and expressive marks in a watercolour work owe much of their success to the artist's trustiest of tools  –  the brush. This seemingly humble instrument holds the keys to a pleasurable painting experience and reliable results. Here are a few brush basics to help you find your perfect painting companion.

Quality Materials = Quality Results

Most watercolour brushes are made with natural hair, synthetic hair, or a blend. ...Read more

A Beginner's Journey to Hand Lettering
by Aska Djikia for Opus Art Supplies on January 26th

A Beginner’s Journey to Hand Lettering

Jump down to:
Quick Tips for Getting Started • Hand Lettering Resources & Related Products • Join Me for 28 Days of Hand Lettering Practice!...Read more

Getting to the Core of Graphite
by Opus Art Supplies on January 3rd

Getting to the Core of Graphite

The graphite pencil is ubiquitous, a staple everywhere from the classroom, studio, and office, to the beginner’s toolbox and the professional’s collection....Read more

Smart Printing: From Phone to Home
by Opus Art Supplies on January 3rd

Smart Printing: From Phone to Home“The best camera is the one that’s with you,” Chase Jarvis....Read more

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