Member Event
Jacquard: A Color for Almost Any Surface! with Alex Preston
Jacquard: A Color for Almost Any Surface! with Alex Preston
Jacquard makes colors that work on almost any surface, but it is important to choose the right tool for the right job. Jacquard has 7-8 different kinds of fabric paint, depending on how you count them. Each has a special strength, whether it is the extremely soft feel of Dye-na-flow or the superior hiding ability of Neopaque. Find out the special features of our paints and see what feats these great colorants can achieve.
Materials
Jacquard Textile Color Fabric Paints
Jacquard AirBrush Paint Exciter Pack - Transparent Set of 9
Jacquard AirBrush Paint Exciter Pack - Opaque Set of 9
Jacquard Neopaque Fabric Paints
Jacquard Lumiere Fabric Paints
Jacquard deColourant Color Remover - 8oz
Synthetic Paint Brushes
Sponge
Paper Towels
Surfaces: Wood, Sneakers T-shirts (black and white), Silk Habotai 8mm
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This event is for Opus Members — thank you for being part of the creative community!
Hosted by Opus Art Supplies & our Experience leader
Alexander Preston is a lifelong artist who grew up in his family's 85-year-old, 3rd-generation art supply store (Preston Arts Center) in Louisville, KY. Alex is also a trained chemist and is the lead product developer at Jacquard Products. His strong materials background and teaching experience make his approach focused on "the right tools for the right job". Alex is an airbrush artist and screen printer who knows the ins and outs of Jacquard's fabric paints better than anyone. View full details
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Do I have to register in advance?
Yes—most events require registration to reserve your spot. Free demos with limited space can fill up quickly, so we recommend signing up early.
What’s included in a paid vs free event?
Paid events may include hands-on instruction, materials, and exclusive product offers. The details will be listed on the event page.
Free events may include a short, informative session led by an artist—perfect for picking up techniques, learning about materials, and sparking inspiration. You’re welcome to paint along, but it’s not required.
Will I get a recording if I miss an online event?
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Can I attend an online event if I don’t live in BC?
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What’s the difference between free and paid events?
Free events are short, demo-based sessions led by professional artists—great for inspiration and learning.
Paid events offer deeper, hands-on instruction with more time, materials, or exclusive access. They’re ideal for artists looking to grow their skills.
Some paid events are free or discounted for Artist and Creative Tier Members.
Is it okay to ask questions during the demo?
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When will I be let in from the Zoom waiting room?
We open the room right at the start time. Arrive a couple of minutes early to avoid delays.
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