JACKSONS DRAWING SUPPLIES

New product exclusively at Jacksons Mandurah!

Rhodia specialises in a range of portable and wonderfully designed journals, finished in different colourways of soft touch faux leather, clothbound or hard covers.

Writing and sketching? Pick up a lined, blank or dot grid journal.
Doing some artworks on the go? Choose out a journal with mixed media or marker papers.
There's something handy for all your creative needs.

Treat yourself to some fresh pages, only available in-store at Jacksons Mandurah 📝

Thrilled to announce the new opening hours for our Alice Springs store!

We've got you covered for your supplies from Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm, as well as Saturdays 9am to 1pm.

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Trading since 1955.

✨ARTIST FEATURE ✨
Fremantle, you’ll be familiar with Todd Millias! Artist and manager down at the port city, Todd is an avid drawer and illustrator wearing many creative hats.

🎨What’s your history, Todd?
I cut my teeth as a freelance Illustrator and went on to be a Traditional Animator and Animation Director. Simultaneously to this, I taught Graphic Design / Film & TV and Multimedia at TAFE before becoming a corporate Technical Writer. I now enjoy drawing and writing for myself (sans-brief) and of course managing Jackson's Fremantle with my team.

🎨 What's your favourite medium?
Pencils are king in my domain and a close second pen and ink. I love my Copics and soft pastels and once in a while dabble in watercolours.

🎨 What's your favourite subject matter to dabble in?
Anatomy, pose and expression have always been my area of discipline and mastering the human and animal form my passion.

🎨Who are some of your favourite artists?
This is an ever-changing group of influences but the artists that will forever keep me inspired are Frank Frazetta, Jean Giraud Moebius and Ralph Steadman.

🎨 What’s some advice you would give to other emerging artists and creatives out there?
Stop thinking! Just do it! Over thinking kills all artistic endeavor's and I've seen it freeze too many talented and brilliant artist's in their tracks. It is, however, a discipline and a little each day or week is all that is needed.

While you’re out enjoying the winter sun in Freo, have a blast checking out the illustration wall (done by the firecracker staff) and get Todd’s recommendations on all your drawing needs. Thanks Todd!

💡 Daylight lamps are here!

Working in artificial lighting will give you varying colour temperatures & alter the perception of colours, impacting the outcome of your artwork.

Daylight is the best lighting artists to work in as it provides a full spectrum of light. It also reduces eye strain & ensures true colour accuracy for your work. Work better, with Daylight!

Available now at Jacksons Balcatta, Cannington & Fremantle stores – see the full range online at www.jacksons.com.au

Soft pastels are a drawing material that consist of powdered pigment and a binder to hold it together. Pressed into cylinders, pebbles or pans of colour, they can lay down rich colour for drawing.

Soft pastels are a great accessible medium – it can be directly laid down and doesn’t require any prep. They're great for mapping out sketches and filling in large areas of colour quickly without having to do much prep.

Smudge for that atmospheric effect, apply a wash and build up layers, or use directly in expressive strokes. As always with dry loose mediums, make sure to seal your work when finishing!

Have you used soft pastels before? Who are your favourite pastel artists?

💧 NEW 💧 Norma Blue is a premium water-mixable artists' oil colour by Schmincke! The set includes 8 vegan and environmentally formulated colours, which can be thinned, mixed and cleaned with water eliminating the need for solvents.

• Vegan & eco friendly
• Low-odour
• Allergy-friendly
• Highly pigmented & highly lightfast
• Buttery-paste consistency
• Low yellowing
• Good water absorption

⭐ Available at selected stores & online now at www.jacksons.com.au/schmincke-norma-blue-set.html

Colours included in the set: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Hue Lemon, Cadmium Yellow Hue Light, Cadmium Red Hue Light, Madder Red, Ultramarine Blue Deep, & Phthalo Blue.

More Schmincke products to get hyped up about!

Schmincke’s Horadam Naturals have hit our warehouse. With 16 rich and natural colours extracted from natural earth pigments and plant resins, these watercolours are high quality, 100% vegan and environmentally friendly.

They have a unique combination of watercolour and gouache properties, and can also be mixed with other watercolours for more colour variety. The natural pigments are slightly coarser in texture which can result in a slightly granular surface effect.

Available in individual 15ml tubes and as 2 sets.
Purchase online now, and select stores soon! 🌿

https://www.jacksons.com.au/schmincke-horadam-naturals-15ml.html

A new shipment from Schmincke has arrived in our warehouse this week and we’re excited to share the news with you!

Introducing Schmincke’s Liquid Earths, these are a clean, dust-free and vegan medium for your work. The pigment of these liquid earths are mined from natural minerals in Germany and are a great liquid alternative to traditional drawing materials such as pencils or carré crayons.
Use them with dry mediums, or pair them up with Schmincke’s Liquid Charcoals.

Available in 3 colour variations:
Liquid chalk
Liquid sanguine
Liquid umber

🌎 Available online now, and select stores soon!
https://www.jacksons.com.au/schmincke-liquid-earth-15ml.html

Psst! Keep your eyes peeled for these new liquid charcoals hitting our stores’ shelves very soon. Schmincke’s Liquid Charcoals are a dustless option for your paintings, drawings and underpaintings.

Manufactured by carbonizing fruit pits, these vegan liquid charcoals are made using a high-quality gum arabic. With a gouache-like consistency, they have a rich and dark laydown. Dilute with water to achieve different effects and layer thicknesses.

Available in 3 natural pigments:
🍑Peach stone black – neutral tones
🍒Cherry pit black – Warm, brownish tones
🍇Grape seed black – Cool, bluish tones

These will be available online, and in select stores soon!

✨ ARTIST FEATURE: Say hi to Sam Ellis! ✨

If you're down in the beautiful South-West, you may have run into Sam, our manager and mixed media dabbler at our Bunbury store. Sam loves to try out all different art forms and styles, playing and experimenting with many mediums.

🎨What’s the best part about working with Jacksons?
The best part would have to be the AMAZING artists & artworks I get to see, being created with products Jacksons supplies and the extensive knowledge I have had the opportunity to gain during my time with the company - from products through to many different techniques and art styles.

🎨What’s your favourite medium?
My favourite is oils - I love the buttery consistency for the bendability and texture. Most of all that the colour that comes out of the tube is how the colour dries on the canvas - this makes colour mixing and matching much easier.

🎨What’s your favourite subject matter?
Landscapes, flora and fauna. Exploring colour!

🎨Who’s your favourite artist?
My favourite artist always changes. There are way too many to choose just one. When i embarked on my art journey 14 yrs ago I was firstly inspired by Georgia O'Keefe. But I have recently discovered Elizabeth Blair Barber whose exhibition I visited in May 2024 at Donnelly River Mill. I have a very personal family connection to the mill village and it is one of those places that remains a part of your being forever. This has reinspired my desire to capture the country we live on.

Whether you're a local or on the road trip, and need some suggestions on what to try out next, pop into our Bunbury store and ask Sam - she'll have some favourites for you!

Hall & Wilcox request expressions of interest from artists who wish to enter the Hall & Wilcox Art Exhibition and Acquisition Program!

Are you, or do you know, an emerging artist? Seeking expressions of interest from artists in Perth for the next emerging artists exhibition, to be held in Hall & Wilcox's Perth office in August. Artists working in any medium who are not represented by any gallery or agent, and have had less than two solo exhibits, can apply.

Expressions of interest are due by 30th June 2024.

Find out more and apply, please visit: https://hallandwilcox.com.au/community/art-exhibition-and-acquisition-program/expressions-of-interest/

Drawing and illustrating are essential ways to express ideas and tell stories through art. From simple pencil sketches to colourful completed artworks, these skills let artists bring their imaginations to life. Whether you're a beginner learning to draw or an experienced illustrator honing your craft, the art of drawing offers endless opportunities for creativity.

⭐ Check out our 'For the Illustrator' flyer to see what drawing related products we have on sale (until 31st July), explore the best sellers, gift ideas, and some handy product information!

Pick up a handy info flyer in store today!

This June and July, it's all about drawing at Jacksons!

Drawing encompasses a wide range of techniques and styles, and is the basis for a lot of artforms. It can be observational, representational, expressionistic, realistic, conceptual – expand on your foundations by building up beyond pencil and eraser.
Whether it’s charcoal, graphite, marker or ink - drawing is for anyone, at any time.

What are your favourite drawing tips?
Let us know in the comments below! ⬇️
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⭐ Spend $50 in store between the promotional period and go into the draw to WIN a Faber-Castell Polychromos Colour Pencil Tin Set of 36 (valued at $147.50).

Valid at Alfred Cove, Balcatta, Cannington or Mandurah only. 1 prize winner to be drawn per store (x4 winners – 1 per store). Promotion commences on Saturday 1st June 2024 and ends on Sunday 30th June 2024. The draw will take place on Monday 8 July 2024.

For more information, please visit: https://www.jacksons.com.au/terms-conditions

✨ARTIST FEATURE: Meet Wanda Comrie! ✨


Wanda Comrie is an Australian contemporary fine artist based in Busselton, WA. Using local flora and domestic scenes as her subject matter, she renders the beauty and complexity of the mundane in a bold and vibrant palette.

What’s your current favourite product at Jacksons?
Such quality products, Moleskin watercolour books are my fave for fun, sketchy watercolours. I love that my work doesn't bleed through and the paper texture is just right.

Favourite pigment to use?
Paynes grey is always on my palette, so versatile and handy to dirty up other colours - but boring…
A tad more exciting: Cadmium Scarlett - a magic colour that I rarely use on its own, but in mixes, it sings.
(we know, Wanda – it’s hard to choose one!)

Who’s one of your favourite artists?
Contemporary - love Adams’ very Australian use of colour. His banksias are to die for. I love a bit of quirk and Lucy is so very clever with all forms, from still life through to animals and landscapes.

What’s some advice you would give to other emerging creatives?
Practice, practice, practice, just keep going. I don’t see myself as terribly talented, but through persistence and much, much practice I’ve built a well regarded art practice and sell work worldwide.

We’re so lucky to have Wanda at our Busselton store, sharing her knowledge and expertise with the South West arts community! Next time you see her in store, give her a wave and have a friendly chat
📸 Artist photo courtesy of Kirsty Chisholm

FAT OVER LEAN 🎨
When oil painting, a general rule of thumb is to paint ‘fat over lean’, where thinned paints are applied as the first layers, before going over with fatter paints that contain more oil.
So what is a ‘lean’ paint and what is a ‘fat’ paint?
When using oil paints, you’ll generally need to use something an additive to change the workability of the paint body.

Let’s break it down further!

Mediums are a liquid that can be mixed into your paint to achieve a variety of effects in your painting; whether you want the brush strokes to be emphasized or reduced, alter drying times, or make the paint smoother to work with.
Linseed oil is an example of a medium that can make the paint smoother to work with whereas alkyd mediums (a synthetic mix of oil resin and alcohol) can make your paint layer dry faster. Mediums tend to contain oil, hence making them your ‘fat’ paint.

On the other hand, solvents are used to break down the oil paint, making it thinner and more of a wash – this is your ‘lean’ paint.

Solvent can also be used to clean down your brushes and palettes. Turpentine and odorless mineral spirits are examples of solvents. They can give off harsh fumes and though there are many solvents that are designed to be less toxic, always use these in a well ventilated area.

Pop into Jacksons to have a chat with one of our friendly staff about what mediums and solvents you can use for your next foray into oil painting!
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Carnaby’s Crusaders are a not-for-profit charity that is dedicated to supporting the recovery, breeding and preservation of the Western Australia’s native Black Cockatoo species are a not-for-profit charity that is dedicated to supporting the recovery, breeding and preservation of the Western Australia’s native Black Cockatoo species.

Dean from Carnaby's Crusaders brought along feathered friends Jedda and Mr White, all the way from Bindoon to Jacksons Mandurah for a special life drawing workshop, led by artist Fiona Rafferty (www.fionarafferty.com).

Participants got to observe the birds close up and personal, working on observational sketches and watercolour paintings.

⭐️ Brilliant news – thanks to Fiona Rafferty and all participants, this workshop raised enough donated funds to cover the build, installation and monitoring of a nest for the Carnaby’s! A massive shout out to Carnaby’s Crusaders, Fiona and everyone who took part – we couldn’t be happier to help facilitate this to help the conservation of our wonderful native wildlife 🌱

Check out the all the incredible work that Carnaby's Crusaders do at www.carnabyscrusaders.com.au

A blast from the past!
Schmincke brings nostalgia into the present with their Retro line. Stamped with the historical owl print, this line revives the compositions of the vintage HORADAM watercolour sets.

These sets come in a variety of sizes, with metal cases and travel boxes containing tubes and pans. A luxury set is also available, which comes in a walnut-stained wooden box with a porcelain palette and a limited edition da Vinci brush, along with the paints.

As a special highlight, Schmincke have also reissued Cochineal Red - an aristocratic deep shade of red prized in history for its wonderful depth. The original Cochineal Red is a transparent rich red that is obtained from cochineal scale insects and was an important colour for watercolour paintings.

Immerse yourself in the charm of yesteryear with these beautiful sets and colours – available in-store at Balcatta, Cannington, Fremantle and Subiaco, and online.

SHOP ONLINE ✨
https://www.jacksons.com.au/catalogsearch/result/?q=schminke+retro

Stroll down Rokeby Rd and you’ll come across these artworks literally jumping out of the canvas.

John Major, a Western Australian artist, creates sculptural paintings influenced by our coastal culture. Major uses all sorts of materials from expandable foam, polymer clay and acrylic paint, to found objects from beachcombing.

Have a peep through our Subiaco display window and get lost in his tiny detailed worlds – a visual feast for the eyes!

On display until Saturday 25 May.

You may not have heard of water and oil being best friends, but the magic exists with water soluble oil paints.

Winsor & Newton’s Artisan Water Mixable Oils are designed to look and perform just like your buttery traditional oils. A modification to the linseed and safflower oils used in the paint means that it allows water to bind with the oil and emulsify into a stable solution.

This allows you to dilute and thin the oil paint with water, cutting down on exposure to harsh chemicals and solvents like turpentine which is used in traditional oil painting. They’re great for workspaces with little ventilation, such as enclosed studios and classrooms.

These water mixable oils can also still be used with mediums, solvents and varnishes in case you need to alter the finish or viscosity. Not to worry - there’s no compromise to colour saturation, consistency and opacity! 🖌

Clean is easy with water alongside your favourite brush cleaner.

Have a go at your next artwork using these wonderfully convenient oil paints!🎨

⭐️ Currently 25% off until the end of the month! SHOP NOW: www.jacksons.com.au/all-things-oil

Have you seen these colourful tools in our stores lately? 🧰

Introducing Princeton’s Catalyst Tools, these are made from flexible and solvent resistant silicone. With similar uses to a brush or a palette knife, they can be used for interesting markmaking with heavy-bodied and impasto paints, ceramics and printmaking.

Made with heat resistant silicone that can withstand up to 200°C, Catalyst tools can also be used with encaustics. They are also foodsafe, made from FDA-approved silicone, meaning that they can be used in the kitchen and for culinary arts.
Clean up is a breeze with mild soap and water.

These tools come in ergonomic handheld wedges, as well as blades mounted on wooden handles.
Expand your toolkit with these versatile instruments!
Available at our stores in Balcatta, Cannington, Fremantle, Subiaco and online.

www.jacksons.com.au/painting/brushes/catalyst-painting-tools.html

For those that have been long time lovers of Sennelier’s oil sticks, there has been an exciting revamp on this classic product.

Now encased in a modern and bold packaging, the new formula has an improved feel. With an extra-fine consistency, these sticks have a smoother and creamier application.

How do you use oil sticks?
Oil sticks are essentially oil paint in a stick form. Peel off the thin film on the surface of the oil stick and use it to draw immediately on to your canvas. Dip it into, or brush your marks with refined linseed oil for rich velvety textures. Bring that dynamism to your work with gestural expressions!

Boasting 55 colours previously, Sennelier have extended the colour range to now offer 64 different hues 🌈
Available only at Jacksons Subiaco

🌺🌷🪻 Over the Mother’s Day weekend, the streets of Subiaco will be blossoming with colour and creativity with Subi Blooms taking place. 🌺🌷🪻

Jacksons Subiaco will be open all weekend, with extended trading hours on Sunday 12 May from 11am - 4pm.

Pop into store for any last minute gifts - we’re also running an exciting giveaway in-store with the chance to win a prize pack valued over $800!

🌷🌺 SubiBlooms will have the streets of Subiaco bursting with colour this coming weekend! Explore the installations of artistic floristry around Subiaco, attend a workshop, or treat yourself or loved ones to luxurious brunch or high tea. 🌷🌺

Jacksons Subiaco will be open all weekend, with extended trading hours on Sunday 12th May from 11am - 4pm.

We’ll be running a giveaway in-store with the chance to win a prize pack valued over $800.

Spend over $50 or more in-store from Friday 10 May to Sunday 12 May, and fill out the form provided by staff to enter the draw.

One lucky winner will take home an original work by Shelley-Ann Rigby - our resident artist and manager at Subiaco - along with the following goodies:
• Winsor & Newton Artisan Water Mixable Oil Colour Studio Set
• Panart Vegan Bristle Brush Set
• Panart Brush Wrap

The winner will be drawn on Friday 17 May.
In-store only at Jacksons Subiaco!

Art Supplies Store | Shop Jacksons Drawing Supplies Online Jacksons Drawing Supplies is one of Australia's leading art supplies stores. Shop our huge range of quality art & craft supplies online & in-store today!

We are open for longer on Saturdays throughout December for Christmas trade!

Jacksons Drawing Supplies a long-established WA family-owned company, is seeking a Part-Time Sales Assistant in our Cannington store.

Skill Requirements
• Strong art product knowledge & a genuine passion for art
• Excellent customer service skills
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Ability to prioritize and work to deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to assess customer needs and provide solutions
• Identify opportunities for up-selling of products and services and/or increased sales
• Build strong and lasting relationships with our existing team and customers

Key Duties
• Serving customers in a polite, friendly helpful manner
• Providing customers with quality advice
• Respond to general customer enquiries received by phone or email
• Giving advice and guidance on product selection to customers
• Operating an electronic point of sale system
• Implementing company policies and procedures
• Some heavy lifting required (10-20kgs)

Hours
• Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday

APPLY NOW
Please include a cover letter and your CV. Application via EMAIL ONLY.
Attention to: Cannington Store Manager
Email: [email protected]

Multi-award winning interstate artist, Alan Ramachandran, is back! 🎉

Over 2 days, Alan will guide you through a step-by-step approach in composition, tonal value, colour selection & wet on wet and wet on dry techniques in the morning & then on to paint the scene for the afternoon session.

Day 1: Painting a marina scene
Day 2: Painting a farm scene

All workshops are on from 9:00am - 3:00pm and are $300 +materials for the 2 days. A materials list is available upon booking.

✨Busselton
Thursday 27th & Friday 28th April
✨Mandurah
Monday 1st & Tuesday 2nd May
✨Fremantle
Thursday 4th & Friday 5th May
✨Balcatta
Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th May
✨Cannington
Wednesday 10th & Thursday 11th May
✨Subiaco
Friday 12th & Saturday 13th May

For booking information, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/3J1v2Dn

About Artist Alan Ramachandran:
Alan Ramachandran is a multi-award winner in his medium of watercolour. Since migrating to Adelaide since 2007 he has won about 15 top awards and 60 combined awards. He has had 5 solo exhibitions and 4 group exhibitions. Being a finalist in the Waterhouse Natural History Art Prize was a highlight in 2002 and a finalist in the Pro Hart Landscape Art Prize2017, Fleurieu Art Prize and Adelaide Hills Landscape Art Prize 2017 and 2018. Presently he conducts watercolour classes, workshops for art societies and art demonstrations at Rotary Art Shows and Art Societies. He likes the free flow of the watercolour medium as he lays the washes on to the paper to create an atmospheric mood to the painting.

🎄 Christmas is here at Jacksons CANNINGTON - Products have started to arrive in store!
Explore our 2022 catalogue below... sale on paints, easels, pencil sets, new products... & more!
Shop in store or online today at www.jacksons.com.au
SHOP NOW: https://bit.ly/3UrqD0F
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Prices valid until 24th December 2022. No further discounts apply. Valid on current floor stock only - while stocks last. Stock may vary between stores.

Unfortunately, our Cannington Store will be CLOSED on Tuesday 1st November (9:00am-5:00pm) due to minor store renovations.

We will reopen on Wednesday 2nd November. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Please note: All other Jacksons Stores remain open on Tuesday.
Please refer to our website for other store locations https://jacksons.com.au/stores

20% off Westart Gold Series Professional stretched canvas!

✨Westart Gold Series Professional Stretched Canvas - Thin Profile
• 7oz (340gsm)
• 25mm thin profile
• 100% Natural Cotton Duck stretched over 24mm thick pine wood stretcher bars, stapling at back of frame.
✨Westart Gold Series Professional Stretched Canvas - Thick Profile
• 10oz (440gsm)
• 40mm thick profile
• 100% Natural Cotton Duck stretched over 40mm thick pine wood stretcher bars, stapling at back of frame.
Both triple primed (double primed with Titanium White acrylic gesso + acid free sizing). Includes wedges.

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Sale on Westart Gold Series Professional stretched canvas only. Discount valid on retail pricing only. Floor stock only.
Valid until 30th Sept 2022 or until stocks last

2 weeks left of our June sale 🥳
Enjoy great savings on Winsor & Newton, Liquitex, Jasart & more.. + bonus offers!*

Sale ends 30th June 2022.