Coates

Coates have been making charcoal in the traditional manner since 1819. The intense blackness of natural willow charcoal makes it a versatile and responsive drawing tool.

 

PENCIL & DRAWING SALE

Two hands holding a bunch of coates willow charcoalTwo hands holding a bunch of coates willow charcoal
 
Coates Willow Charcoal being stored on location at the Coates factory  Coates Willow Charcoal being stored on location at the Coates factory

On Location at Coates

Behind the scenes portrait Nicole Coates sitting on the Jackson's StudioBehind the scenes portrait Nicole Coates sitting on the Jackson's Studio

In Conversation with Nicola Coate

Sketching

High quality sketching, drawing, and illustration materials - perfect for quick sketches, bold mark making, or detailed studies. 

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Plein Air Painting

Everything you need for plein air painting, from paints and travel brushes to storage boxes, sketchbooks, sundries, and easels.

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Pigments & Powders

Pigment is the pure colour used to make paint or ink. It’s a very good value method of making paints that exactly match the way you work.

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