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Kids’ Art Exhibit 2019
Articles
Try-It Stations
Each of our locations have try-it stations where you are free to come and explore select art supplies, with the guidance of our experienced staff. Discover new materials and techniques, and get real-time advice on products before you commit to... Read More
Growing Up Together: A Tribute to Artists & Art Forms
In celebration of our 45th anniversary at Opus, we connected with eight artists who have grown with Opus over the years, and got a look into their lives as artists. Images will expand when clicked on. Joe Coffey | Oil... Read More
Celebrating 45 Years: How Opus Got Its Start in 1974
Opus Art Supplies founder David van Berckel looks back on how it all began, 45 years ago: It was the 1970s and I was a hippie. I had landed in Canada after getting my engineering degree in the UK and... Read More
Videos
Pouring Watercolours with Leslie Lambert Redhead
In a twist on this traditional medium, artist Leslie Lambert Redhead walks us through how she creates large-scale watercolour pours. Using Winsor & Newton’s new Jewel Toned Professional Water Colours, Leslie masks out her white, light, and midtones in turn,... Read More
Introduction to Resin Pouring
Resin is a strong, glasslike coating that can be used as a top coat, art medium, as an accent in your artwork, and more. The crystal-clear finish is self-levelling, dries smooth, and makes colours appear vibrant. Let’s explore some of... Read More
Watercolour Tips with Kristen Maduik
Join artist Kristen Maduik as she demonstrates some of her favourite tips and techniques for painting rocks, water, and moss while working outdoors with watercolour. Watch our short series of tips below and get inspired to take your watercolours outside... Read More