Materials At Work: Artist Favourites

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Behind The Canvas with Local Artists

Journey into the minds of artists as they explain their process and the pivotal role of materials in their work.

Artistry In Flow with Shawn Hunt

"I'm sure a lot of painters are like this, but you're looking for those moments where the hand just takes over and you're not really thinking...you're just letting it happen."

– Shawn Hunt

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Capturing Light with Shantel Miller

"The sense of passion and earnestness translates to the painting when you are patient with yourself."

– Shantel Miller

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Energy in Every Stroke with Chin Yuen

We need to have a direction. We need to be able to, while we're alive... Be responsible for using your gifts and to fulfill what you could with what you have."

– Chin Yuen

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J.M.

Opus Exhibition Pre-Stretched Canvas Surfaces - Deep

Fabulous Product

As per usual, OPUS offers fabulous products.
Easy to prepare with gesso and ready-made for a successful result.
This is a go-to product for me.
Thank you OPUS for exceptional products and exceptional service!

12/12/2024

Lisa C.

QoR Watercolors

Qor

Love the work Watercolors and they are hard to find in a store-glad you carry them

12/11/2024

Lisa C.

Hahnemühle® Limited-Edition Bookmark Painting Set

Bookmark paint set

Love the idea, not a fan of the Schmincke Watercolors-they are very over priced. I wish M.graham had 1/2 pans

12/11/2024

Helen W.

Gotrick Heavy Duty Cross Braces

Excellent wuality

The stretcher bar looks very well made, unfortunately, I didn’t realize you had to order them in pairs and I’m now facing a whopping $89 shipping fee just to ship the other half which only came to $30,. Thanks to the postal strike, I guess…

12/11/2024

Angela S.

Willow Wolfe Callia Mixed Media Brushes - Round

great brush

i purchased this brush after taking the virtual demonstration and I have gained a great deal of confidence using wet and dry surfaces.

12/10/2024

Angela S.

Stillman & Birn Epsilon Softcover Sketchbooks

the sketch book to have

I purchased these books to go into my back pack for convenience when I am hiking of snow shoeing. They are convenient and easy to use. Coloured pencil or pen works well on the pages. Whether you are an expert or an amateur they are worth the price

12/10/2024

Gail S.

Winsor & Newton Drawing Inks - 30 ml

Black ink. Does what it’s supposed to do

12/10/2024

Ruby S.

Opus Luna Shadow Frames - Black

It makes my granddaughters picture look awesome. It was a great purchase for what I needed it for.

12/10/2024

Serena E.

Strathmore 300 Series Mixed Media Papers

Smooth surface

So far my sketchbook is great. I’m loving the smooth surface with my coloured pencils and Micron pen. I plan to use wet media also and we’ll see how it is getting the soft shaded effect I am after. I also bought it as a cheaper alternative to watercolour paper so we’ll see if it is good enough for me.

12/09/2024

Emile B.

Opus Art Supplies

I always have a good experience when I come to your store,,, but the only thing I can say is the watercolour pencils. I would like to see the bins they kept in full.,,, sometimes I come get some pencils and the colours I need the most are not there a little frustrating but as far as I see, you’re the only people who sells them as individual pencils so if we can keep those brainful, that’ll make me happy

12/09/2024

jacqueline L.

Blotter Paper Sheets

I use this product for various things beyond its "intended" purpose. This sheet has become a journal cover and small portfolio for my niece. She can decorate them as she would like and when they need "replacing", I'll make her new ones.

12/09/2024