The Power of Art

Cultivating Creativity: Final Presentation Part One

Our journey through the creative cycle continues and we’ve arrived at the last steps. So what do we do with the art we’ve made? In this visual podcast, we explore how our guests found their artistic voices, learned to get...

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The Power of Art

Cultivating Creativity: Practice, Practice Practice Part Two

Listen as 3 artists reveal refreshing takes on the universal frustrations artists experience and why they're necessary for our growth. Practice adds power to our creating by toning our creative muscles and exercising our vision around what we want to...

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The Power of Art

The Role Practice Plays in Cultivating Creativity

To start off 2021 we've been exploring the Creative Cycle. In January, we focused on Re-imagining and Experimentation, shaking off self-doubt, letting loose and planting seeds that we can move forward to nurture. So now that we've done that, what's...

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Beyond boundaries

Beyond Boundaries with Glenys Takala

Glenys Takala Glenys Takala has been a member of the FCA for over twenty years. Currently residing in the Kootenays, she is the recipient of numerous awards, including third place in the 2020 ‘On The Edge’ competition. She draws inspiration...

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Beyond boundaries

Beyond Boundaries with Frankie Watt-Elphinstone

Frankie Watt-Elphinstone in Studio Vancouver-based printmaking, painting and mixed media collage artist Frankie Watt-Elphinstone’s piece, ‘Red Shoes’, was awarded an honourable mention in ‘Painting on The Edge 2020’. Her work has been published by Taschen Books and exhibited with the...

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Which to choose? Winsor & Newton Watercolour Paper

Winsor & Newton is committed to sustainability, and the range is responsibly sourced with 80% of our papers certifiably sourced (FSC) and 40% made using renewable energy. Winsor & Newton papers are also vegan, as all materials used during the...

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Unique Colours

A Colour Mixing Delight: Cobalt Turquoise in Watercolour

You won’t get bored working with Cobalt Turquoise! While it is a beautiful colour coming straight from the tube, Opus Essential Watercolour in Cobalt Turquoise (PB36) can add some real charm or drama to your painting, depending on how it’s...

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Everything You Need to Know About Dual Brush Pens!

Tombow Dual Brush Pens! They are my favorite! I believe that artists, no matter their skill level, will flourish if they have products that give them possibilities. I know that has been my experience with these markers. The Dual Brush...

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Opus daily practice

Artist Amy J Dyck on "Practice"

What is the importance of "practice" to a visual artist? We spoke with BC Artist and art educator, Amy J Dyck about her art practice and the role "practice" plays in her process and her progression.

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Product News

The Look of Wood & Strength of Metal: The Granville Frame

The Opus Granville Frame is a metal frame with a wood veneer to give you the best of both worlds. Durable strength to protect your art or photography, with a stylish appearance. The Granville Frame is a traditional frame with...

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Opus daily practice

Opus Daily Practice Challenge 2021

Join us from February 1–28 and be a part of the Opus Daily Practice Challenge! Practice makes progress! Connect with your arts community, keep your creative momentum up with a daily challenge throughout the month of February, and imagine how...

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