Canvas and Bases for Your Unique Projects

We present to you a variety of canvases and drawing bases, as well as mounted boards with primed canvas, a wide range of sketchbooks, cardboards, and professional sketch albums, to turn every idea into reality and every project into a true work of art.

History of Canvases and Drawing Bases

Over the centuries, artists have painted on various surfaces depending on what they had at hand.

The first surfaces used for painting were ordinary panels made of hardwood, most often oak. An interesting fact is that the paintings created on such surfaces are the ones that have stood the test of time, continuing to look as if they were painted yesterday.

The next popular surface among artists after wood was vellum made from young calfskin. It was very expensive but light-resistant and highly valued material.

In the 16th century, canvas made from linen and hemp was introduced. The first canvases made from these materials were very thick and heavy and were made from the same material used to make ship sails.

These canvases dominated the market until the 19th century, when duck canvas (a type of cotton fabric) appeared and became the most preferred by all artists. This canvas was much cheaper than linen, easy to stretch, and when properly made, resembled linen. Thanks to technology and the mechanical loom, the production of this canvas became very economical.

Despite this, only professional artists who sold their works used it, as only they could justify its cost.

Meanwhile, all other hobbyists created on bed sheets. Unfortunately, none of the artworks created on them have survived because the material rotted due to the oil in the paints.

Even today, duck canvas, used since the 1900s, is still in use, with the difference being that there is now a variety of canvas sizes and shapes.

Types of Canvases for Painting

There are many types of canvases and drawing bases, but we will present the most common and well-known ones.

• Rectangular or Square – these are the most common types of canvases, available in many different sizes;
• Shaped Canvases – these include all special shapes like hexagonal, heart-shaped, triangular, elongated, oval, and round. They are used for specific purposes;
• Mini Canvases – these are set on mini easels and are usually used for creating miniature artworks;
• Triptych – these canvases allow you to create a series of artworks that stand next to each other;

Application and Purpose

The applications of canvases and drawing bases are countless, ranging from hobby purposes to more professional uses like oil and acrylic painting, icon painting, and mixed media projects.

Canvases and drawing bases are ideal for both professional artists and hobbyists. You can easily paint on them with watercolor, acrylic, oil, or tempera paints.

A Few Words About Painting Materials

• Acrylic Paints – they are characterized by having very strong and dense pigment and, if not diluted, have very bright colors. When dry, they darken slightly and form a waterproof layer of paint that can only be removed with strong organic solvents.
• Oil Paints – if you use oil paints for your artwork, make sure to stock up on several packs of white paint, as it is the most commonly used. You will also need a thinner and pieces of cotton cloth to clean your brushes.

When the painting is ready and the drying process begins, it is good to keep it upright, in a well-ventilated room, and avoid touching it, as oil paint needs about 10 days to dry completely (depending on the number of layers applied).

• Tempera Paints – when working with tempera paints, to achieve an additional gloss effect and facilitate spreading the paint with the brush on the canvas, you can apply a very thin layer of linseed oil. As it dries very slowly, it is crucial to use a minimal amount of it. Initially, it is quite liquid, then it becomes sticky, and finally, it hardens quickly.

• Watercolor Paints – The technique for painting with watercolor paints offers unlimited possibilities for combining colors, depicting shapes and volumes, and applying the paint. The most characteristic technique is velatura – where transparent colored spots are painted and layered on top of each other to create spaces, volumes, and shadows.

Other ways to paint with watercolor include:

• the contrast between the water-blurred spots and the precisely drawn contours;
• painting on dry and wet paper;
• creating color spots of varying density;
• blending shades;
• painting on different papers with different brushes;
• drawing the final details with a dry brush.

Some of Our Products

Here on our website, you will find a wide range of canvases and drawing bases.

Here are some of them:

• Canvas board for painting, various sizes;
• Sketchbooks, various paper weight and size, with vertical or horizontal spiral;
• Professional sketch album;
• Watercolor paper, different weight and size;
• Drawing cardboard;
• Various colors sandpaper-type drawing cardboard;
• Heart-shaped canvas board;
• Flower-shaped canvas board;
• Primed canvas with MDF round frame
• Mini tripod – wooden easel;

Price Range

All canvases and drawing bases you will find with us are at extremely low and affordable prices.

Why Em Art?

EM ART is one of the most well-stocked online store for hobby materials. With us, you will find everything you need for your creativity – all kinds of work tools, all kinds of beads, different types of paper, cardboard, jewelry accessories, decoration materials, and gift packaging, at affordable prices.

All items are made from high-quality and safe materials.

We often offer discounts on various items, which every customer can take advantage of.

You can shop with us wholesale and retail. For wholesale traders, we have preferential prices.

On our updated website, you will find everything you need to realize every idea or project. And for any inquiries or questions, you will be assisted and guided by our experienced consultants.

Our stores have an impressive variety of canvases and drawing bases and everything you need to realize all your ideas and projects.

In the same category "Materials for Painting," you will find a wide range of markers, pencils, pastels, 3D markers, brushes, rollers, and many stencils to make your projects look even more professional.

Let your imagination run wild and create, making beauty to delight your loved ones or simply to bring freshness to the interior of your home.

Delivery

For orders and delivery, we wish to inform you that when purchasing from the site, payment by cash on delivery can be made via postal money order or bank transfer. We strive to make it as easy as possible for you, our clients, because we know how valuable your time is.

Orders can be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and deliveries are made within a few business days from the moment the order is confirmed.

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