Techniki

Welcome to our Techniques section, where you can discover various artistic techniques. Whether you're a beginner looking to explore new methods, or an experienced artist seeking to refine your skills, explore a variety of techniques to learn and master. 

From traditional approaches like Chinese painting to modern innovations such as digital printing, each technique comes with its own tools, materials, and methods. Learn about the history, essential supplies, and basic steps to get started. 

 
Acrylic PaintingAcrylic Painting

Discover the essential techniques, tools, and materials to explore the full potential of acrylics.

AirbrushAirbrush

Discover the art of Airbrushing, a versatile, dynamic and precision technique for applying paint.

Stoke-by-Nayland, circa. 1810–11 John Constable Oil on canvas, 28.3 x 36.2 cm | 11 1/8 x 14 1/4 in | Alla PrimaStoke-by-Nayland, circa. 1810–11 John Constable Oil on canvas, 28.3 x 36.2 cm | 11 1/8 x 14 1/4 in | Alla Prima

Discover tools and tips for alla prima painting, and learn how to blend and layer colours in a single painting session.

Artwork, Alcohol Ink Painting in the Jackson's StudioArtwork, Alcohol Ink Painting in the Jackson's Studio

Explore Alcohol Ink Painting, where vibrant colours and fluid patterns create striking abstract effects.

Will Rochfort in the Jackson's Studio | Artists & WorkshopsWill Rochfort in the Jackson's Studio | Artists & Workshops

Explore the world of fine art with insights from leading artists and tutors.

A Printmaker's studio, everything you need for Lino printmakingA Printmaker's studio, everything you need for Lino printmaking

A rewarding method where you carve designs, then ink and press them to create bold prints. 

Botanical PaintingBotanical Painting

Learn about Botanical Painting, an art form that captures the beauty and intricate forms of flora.

Calligraphy pen up closeCalligraphy pen up close

Learn essential techniques such as pen control, letter spacing, and stroke variation to develop your own calligraphic style.

Stapler stapling a Jackson's canvas in an artist studioStapler stapling a Jackson's canvas in an artist studio

Tips on how to prepare your canvas, ensuring it's tightly stretched and ready for painting.

Chinese PaintingChinese Painting

Discover the basics of brushwork, ink preparation, and techniques such as freehand painting.

Cold Wax PaintingCold Wax Painting

Explore this expressive and textural technique that combines oil paint with cold wax medium. 

CollageCollage

Collage is a versatile technique that involves assembling various materials into a unified image.

Robert Woodman in the Jackson's Studio showing marbling and wood engraving techniquesRobert Woodman in the Jackson's Studio showing marbling and wood engraving techniques

Our decorative arts section offers a variety of colours tailor-made for use on specialist surfaces such as clay, glass, and silk.

Digital Paper in boxDigital Paper in box

Create quality art prints from digital files or combine digital design with traditional art forms.

Artist SketchbookArtist Sketchbook

Doodling allows creativity to flow through spontaneous sketches and can unleash your imagination.

Encaustic Wax StudioEncaustic Wax Studio

Encaustic Painting is a versatile and luminous technique using heated beeswax and pigments. 

Etching & IntaglioEtching & Intaglio

Explore this timeless printmaking process, from making a design to producing beautiful prints.

GildingGilding

Discover the techniques and materials required to gild objects and apply to artworks.

Glass PaintingGlass Painting

Discover the best paints, brushes, and methods for creating stunning designs on glass.

Glazing Painting TechniqueGlazing Painting Technique

Explore how to apply glazes to your artwork, whether in oil, acrylic, or watercolour, to add richness and dimension to your paintings.

Gouache PaintingGouache Painting

Explore the essential techniques, tools, and materials needed to master gouache painting across a range of artistic styles.

Montana Spray CansMontana Spray Cans

Learn the techniques and tools used in graffiti, from spray painting to stencilling, and discover how to create stunning murals and street art.

Schmincke Supergranulation Watercolour Painting being painted outSchmincke Supergranulation Watercolour Painting being painted out

Learn how to enhance granulation with specific pigments, mediums, and paper textures.

Golden SoFlat Acrylic for Hard Edge Abstract PaintingGolden SoFlat Acrylic for Hard Edge Abstract Painting

Discover techniques for achieving sharp edges, from masking to layering, and discover how to create striking works with a focus on clarity and form.

Glazing Painting TechniqueGlazing Painting Technique

Learn How To Make Watercolour Paint and explore the art of making colours using pigments and binders. 

Inside The Sketchbook of Sarah Dyer, IllustrationInside The Sketchbook of Sarah Dyer, Illustration

Explore different styles and techniques, from traditional to modern methods, and discover how to develop a unique illustration style.

Mary Cassatt, The Boating Party, 1893/1894, oil on canvas, 90 x 117.3cm, 35 7/16 x 46 3/16 in, Chester Dale Collection, National Gallery of ArtMary Cassatt, The Boating Party, 1893/1894, oil on canvas, 90 x 117.3cm, 35 7/16 x 46 3/16 in, Chester Dale Collection, National Gallery of Art

Learn the key techniques of Impressionism including colour blending and capturing light to create expressive paintings.

Life Drawing in the Jackson's StudioLife Drawing in the Jackson's Studio

Learn the techniques and tools to capture the anatomy, proportions and movement of the human body, and improve your observational drawing skills.

LithographyLithography

Of all the printmaking techniques, Lithography most closely resembles a drawing.

Modelling & SculptureModelling & Sculpture

From carving to casting, explore different sculpture techniques using a range of materials. 

Japanese Woodcut - MokuhangaJapanese Woodcut - Mokuhanga

Mokuhanga is a popular water-based method of Japanese woodblock printmaking.

Monoprint Monoprint

Monoprinting is a direct and spontaneous method for printing one-off images by hand or press.

Bryony Benge Abbott: Bloom Where You Are Planted, Mural Painting, Mural and SceneBryony Benge Abbott: Bloom Where You Are Planted, Mural Painting, Mural and Scene

Mural and Scene painting involves creating large-scale artworks, often on walls or ceilings. 

Paper StretchingPaper Stretching

Discover the key techniques, materials, and methods that form the foundation of this timeless art form.

Muller, Pigment, Glass Palette | Paint MakingMuller, Pigment, Glass Palette | Paint Making

Learn how to select pigments, mix colours, and create paints tailored to your artistic preferences, whether for oil, acrylic, or watercolour.

Paper StretchingPaper Stretching

Learn how to prepare watercolour paper to keep it taut and free from buckling during painting. 

Soft Pastel being used on fine art pastel paper | Pastel Painting - Getting StartedSoft Pastel being used on fine art pastel paper | Pastel Painting - Getting Started

Learn basic techniques, essential tools, and helpful tips to get started with pastels.

Plein Air Painting Plein Air Painting

Learn the fundamentals of Plein Air Painting, including selecting equipment for working outdoors.

Pour Painting in the Jackson's StudioPour Painting in the Jackson's Studio

Discover how to create stunning effects with this exciting paint-pouring technique.

Primer brush primingPrimer brush priming

Explore different primers suitable for various painting mediums.

PrintmakingPrintmaking

Explore different Printmaking processes including relief, intaglio, and silkscreen.

Relief & Lino PrintmakingRelief & Lino Printmaking

Relief Printing is the earliest and most accessible form of printmaking.

Screen Printing StudioScreen Printing Studio

Discover screen printing methods, including creating stencils and selecting the right inks.

Silk PaintingSilk Painting

Silk painting to create works of art, batik and applied arts such as silk scarves.

Silverpoint StudioSilverpoint Studio

Learn the intricacies of silverpoint drawing, from preparing a ground to mastering subtle shading.

Adebanji Alade's sketchbook as part of our Inside The Sketchbook seriesAdebanji Alade's sketchbook as part of our Inside The Sketchbook series

Sketching is a great way of developing ideas, honing your skills, and informing your practice.

Speedball Fabric Ink, Textile PaintingSpeedball Fabric Ink, Textile Painting

Find paints great for decorating clothing and soft furnishings, as well as for any other fabrics you can think of.

The Zorn Palette, opened painy tubs The Zorn Palette, opened painy tubs

Try this limited colour palette to create harmonious paintings using just four colours.

Akash Bhatt's urban sketch in his sketchbook as part of our Inside The Sketchbook seriesAkash Bhatt's urban sketch in his sketchbook as part of our Inside The Sketchbook series

Discover techniques for sketching urban environments and capturing the essence of metropolitan life.

Watercolour paintWatercolour paint

Watercolour painting is a fluid and expressive medium prized for its transparency, luminosity, and delicate layering effects.

Wood Engraving Artist, Duncan Montgomery engravingWood Engraving Artist, Duncan Montgomery engraving

Learn about this traditional and meticulous method for creating intricate, printed illustrations.

Arta Pencil Colouring Pencils all lined up Arta Pencil Colouring Pencils all lined up

From finger paints and colouring sets to marbling inks and modelling clay, we have products that will educate and inspire young artists.