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Gloss, Satin or Matt? Choosing the Right Varnish Finish for Your Art
Understanding Gloss, Satin and Matt Varnish Finishes When it comes to finishing a painting or creative project, varnish is more than just a protective coat – it can completely change the look and feel of your work. One of the most common questions we get in-store is about the difference between gloss, satin and matt varnishes. So, here’s a quick guide to help you pick the finish that best suits your style. Gloss Finish Gloss varnish gives your artwork a bold, shiny finish that really brings colours to life. It reflects light, which can make details and textures pop –...
Gloss, Satin or Matt? Choosing the Right Varnish Finish for Your Art
Understanding Gloss, Satin and Matt Varnish Finishes When it comes to finishing a painting or creative project, varnish is more than just a protective coat – it can completely change...
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Discover Mud 2 Mug: Brisbane’s Creative Hub for All Things Pottery!
Mud 2 Mug and More is a vibrant, family-friendly pottery studio located in Carina, Brisbane. Offering a warm and welcoming environment for people of all ages and skill levels, the studio invites families, couples, groups and individuals to relax, unwind and get creative with clay. With a combination of pottery painting, immersive courses, and playful workshops, Mud 2 Mug has built a space where creativity comes alive. The studio has been thoughtfully designed to encourage creativity and connection, whether visitors are painting ceramics, trying their hand at wheel throwing, or just enjoying a fun day out. Why Visit Mud...
Discover Mud 2 Mug: Brisbane’s Creative Hub for All Things Pottery!
Mud 2 Mug and More is a vibrant, family-friendly pottery studio located in Carina, Brisbane. Offering a warm and welcoming environment for people of all ages and skill levels, the...
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Opening Soon for Entries: Lethbridge 20000 Small-Scale Art Award 2025
The Lethbridge 20000 Small-Scale Art Award is back for 2025 and calling for entries from artists across Australia and around the globe. With a $20,000 top prize on offer, this prestigious award celebrates creativity in compact form. Now in its 15th year, this award is dedicated to small-scale artworks, showcasing both 2D and 3D pieces no larger than 61cm (24 inches) in any direction. Open to emerging and established artists alike, the competition is judged equally on creativity, originality, and technical skill. What’s in it for artists? Major Prize: $20,000 Highly Commended Prize: $1,000 cash (sponsored by Bienarté) Commended Prizes include:...
Opening Soon for Entries: Lethbridge 20000 Small-Scale Art Award 2025
The Lethbridge 20000 Small-Scale Art Award is back for 2025 and calling for entries from artists across Australia and around the globe. With a $20,000 top prize on offer, this prestigious...
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Entries Now Open for the 2025 Sunshine Coast National Art Prize
One of Australia’s most exciting contemporary art awards is back. The 2025 Sunshine Coast National Art Prize is now open for entries, welcoming Australian artists working in 2D and new media. Since 2006, this prestigious acquisitive award has showcased the diversity and excellence of Australian contemporary art. Each year, 40 finalist works are selected for a high-profile exhibition at Caloundra Regional Gallery, drawing attention from collectors, curators and the public alike. Open to all Australian residents, this national award celebrates bold and thought-provoking work in painting, drawing, printmaking, digital, video and other new media formats. The winner of the Major Prize...
Entries Now Open for the 2025 Sunshine Coast National Art Prize
One of Australia’s most exciting contemporary art awards is back. The 2025 Sunshine Coast National Art Prize is now open for entries, welcoming Australian artists working in 2D and new media....

Art Shed Brisbane
Welcome to the online home of the beloved Art Shed Brisbane. Our passionate team is dedicated to inspiring your creativity, both in-store and online. We love helping artists, so feel free to reach out!
Art Shed Brisbane is Australia’s largest online shop for art and craft supplies, featuring a wide range of acrylics, oil colours, canvases, easels, paper, pencils, pastels, sculpting tools, clay, and kids' supplies. Explore trusted brands like Mont Marte, Art Spectrum, Matisse, Atelier, and Winsor & Newton.
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Ecoline Brush Pens Product Demo
Looking for a vibrant, easy-to-use watercolour tool? The Ecoline Brush Pen is a concentrated transparent watercolour in an ergonomic pen, designed for bold strokes, soft blends, and everything in between! This pen is perfect for illustrations, calligraphy, fashion sketches, product design, and even kids’ art. The flexible brush nib makes it effortless to create fluid lines, rich colour gradients, and stunning watercolour effects. Whether you’re a professional artist or just love experimenting with colour, these pens work beautifully on watercolour paper, cartridge paper, and cardboard—and they match Ecoline bottled colours for seamless blending.
Ecoline Brush Pens Product Demo
Looking for a vibrant, easy-to-use watercolour tool? The Ecoline Brush Pen is a concentrated transparent watercolour in an ergonomic pen, designed for bold strokes, soft blends, and everything in between!...
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Mont Marte Flexi Tip Alcohol Art Markers Product Demo
Pack some colour into your artwork with Mont Marte Flexi Tip Art Markers. This set features 7 bold, bright colours with quick drying alcohol ink that won't smudge once dry. These dual tip markers feature a flexi 4.5mm tip plus, a 6mm hard nylon chisel tip, giving you the freedom to create precise lines and colour larger areas. You'll also love the comfortable to hold, easy tri-grip barrel that keeps your markers from rolling away while you work!
Mont Marte Flexi Tip Alcohol Art Markers Product Demo
Pack some colour into your artwork with Mont Marte Flexi Tip Art Markers. This set features 7 bold, bright colours with quick drying alcohol ink that won't smudge once dry....
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Matisse MM37 Self Leveling Medium
Unlocking the Magic of MM37 Self Leveling Medium If you’re looking for a way to achieve a sleek, glossy finish in your artwork, Matisse MM37 Self Leveling Medium is a must-have. Whether used as a standalone varnish or mixed with acrylics and inks, this versatile medium spreads effortlessly, creating a smooth, glass-like surface with minimal texture. How to Use MM37 Self Leveling Medium Tinting: Add Matisse Flow Acrylics or Matisse Inks for a custom colour effect. Inks maintain transparency and high gloss, while acrylics create a more opaque, slightly less glossy finish. Pouring & Viscosity Adjustment: If using for acrylic...
Matisse MM37 Self Leveling Medium
Unlocking the Magic of MM37 Self Leveling Medium If you’re looking for a way to achieve a sleek, glossy finish in your artwork, Matisse MM37 Self Leveling Medium is a...
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FolkArt Treasure Gold Product Demo
Transform your creative projects with FolkArt Treasure Gold, a premium metallic paint that delivers an intense, radiant sheen. This water-based, non-toxic formula provides all the glamour without any harsh odours, making it perfect for indoor and outdoor use. Ideal for use on wood, glass, terracotta, canvas, metal, and more, it offers excellent coverage, bringing a touch of luxury to any surface.
FolkArt Treasure Gold Product Demo
Transform your creative projects with FolkArt Treasure Gold, a premium metallic paint that delivers an intense, radiant sheen. This water-based, non-toxic formula provides all the glamour without any harsh odours, making it perfect...
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Inspiring Creativity Across Brisbane
Welcome to Art Shed Brisbane, the largest art supply store in Australia, offering an incredible range of art supplies and craft supplies to ignite your creativity. Whether you’re a budding artist or a seasoned professional, our art shop in Brisbane provides everything from artists’ acrylics, oil colours, and stretched canvas to easels, paper, pencils, and pastels. With a comprehensive selection of printmaking, sculpting, watercolour, clay, and kids art supplies, we cater to every artist’s needs.
Our Story
The story of Art Shed Brisbane began in 2003 when Meg and
Manny met at the store! Meg, the first employee of Art Shed Brisbane and a student at QLD College of Art, met Manny, a practising artist and GP. Their shared love for art blossomed into a partnership that led them to purchase the store in 2007 and marry in 2008. Since then, Meg and Manny have worked tirelessly to transform Art Shed Brisbane into a haven for art lovers, making it a store filled with irresistible art materials at fair prices.
Our Mission and Values
Art Shed Brisbane’s mission is to share our passion for art and inspire the creative spirit in every visitor, whether in-store or online. Our people, a cherished team of art lovers and makers, are practising artists committed to providing great customer service and genuine kindness. Our staff, many of whom have been with us for over a decade, are dedicated to offering advice, guidance, and assistance to help you achieve your creative goals.
Why choose Art Shed Brisbane?
At Art Shed Brisbane, we believe in providing wonderful art materials at fair prices. We were the first in Queensland to offer both affordable and top-end fine art gear, ensuring that anyone can get involved in the arts. We are proud to support our community of artists and offer an extensive range of Mont Marte, Art Spectrum, Matisse, Atelier, CreateArt, Winsor & Newton, and more.
As a community-focused art store Brisbane artists rely on, we aim to foster an environment where people come to buy art materials and leave with so much more. Our store is designed to inspire creativity and provide a memorable shopping experience. We also ship across Australia, making it easier for you to access our fantastic range of products.
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Acrylic Paint, Oil Paint, Watercolour Paint, Gouache Paint, Paint Brushes, Easels, Canvas, Drawing Pencils, Drawing Paper and Pads, Sketchbooks, Printmaking Supplies, Kids Art Supplies, and so much more!
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Discover Mud 2 Mug: Brisbane’s Creative Hub for All Things Pottery!
Mud 2 Mug and More is a vibrant, family-friendly pottery studio located in Carina, Brisbane. Offering a warm and welcoming environment for people of all ages and skill levels, the studio invites families, couples, groups and individuals to relax, unwind and get creative with clay. With a combination of pottery painting, immersive courses, and playful workshops, Mud 2 Mug has built a space where creativity comes alive. The studio has been thoughtfully designed to encourage creativity and connection, whether visitors are painting ceramics, trying their hand at wheel throwing, or just enjoying a fun day out. Why Visit Mud...
Discover Mud 2 Mug: Brisbane’s Creative Hub for All Things Pottery!
Mud 2 Mug and More is a vibrant, family-friendly pottery studio located in Carina, Brisbane. Offering a warm and welcoming environment for people of all ages and skill levels, the...
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Contemporary Lino Print and Colour Workshop | Megan Grinstead
Megan Grinstead’s Contemporary Lino Print and Colour Workshop is a hands-on introduction to the exciting world of lino printing. Perfect for beginners, this engaging session explores the graphic and dynamic nature of hand-cut lino prints, guiding participants through the entire process from image transfer to carving and printing. Using Ezy Carve blocks, participants will learn how to create their own unique designs and print them onto a variety of papers, experimenting with multiple prints and colour techniques. The workshop also introduces hand-colouring methods, allowing attendees to enhance their prints with personalised touches. Whether crafting greeting cards, small framed artworks, or...
Contemporary Lino Print and Colour Workshop | Megan Grinstead
Megan Grinstead’s Contemporary Lino Print and Colour Workshop is a hands-on introduction to the exciting world of lino printing. Perfect for beginners, this engaging session explores the graphic and dynamic...
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Everything You Need to Know About Drawing | Studio Yellow
Natalie Lynch's Everything You Need to Know About Drawing Workshop is the ultimate introduction for beginners, offering an engaging and accessible approach to the fundamentals of drawing. Designed to transform everyday experiences into artistic adventures, this workshop encourages participants to see the world through an artist’s eyes, uncovering inspiration and creative opportunities in unexpected places. Through guided instruction, attendees will learn to analyse their surroundings, identify key elements, and develop the skills needed to create more confident and expressive drawings.
Everything You Need to Know About Drawing | Studio Yellow
Natalie Lynch's Everything You Need to Know About Drawing Workshop is the ultimate introduction for beginners, offering an engaging and accessible approach to the fundamentals of drawing. Designed to transform...