Wet Paint

Bored with your usual desk supplies? 📎 We've got some super cute paper clips and sticky notes to help with that!!
🚀Check out the E Clips from Midori stationery in a bunch of adorable shapes like cats, tiny animals, and even spaceships!! Plus, some elegant Brass Number Clips from Travelers Co.
🐸 And then see the range of die-cut sticky notes from Girl of All Work in cute animal shapes: frog, cat, bird, fox, and mushroom!

https://wetpaintart.com/stationery-1/

HOLY CATS!! 46 Fantastic postcards arrived this week!! THANK YOU to all our artists:
locals: Barb McLean, Presley Martin & Michael Engebretson, Lisa Yost, Sloan Sprau, Andy, Jessie Chibana, Cole Sarar, Paige LaDue Henry, Susan Farnham, EA Oppenheimer, and Wet Paint Instructor, Jinjer Markley
Lynn Sprafka in Des Moines, IA; and locals: Barb McLean, Katie Gillespie, Donna Refior, Michael Engebretson, Wuf Fenrir, Presley Martin, Nancy J., 2 anonymous artists, and Wet Paint Instructor Molly Anthony!
Teazu Juah, Barb McLean, Kelsey P., Barb Yungers, Barnie Thorne, Christina Peterson, Wolf Fenrir, Lisa Yost, and Andy Taylor.
N. Daley, Joanne Smith, Tiv Tivey, Ian Minnichsoffer, Tyanne Agle, Wes Greenawald, David, and Ross Harold

Curious about painting with hot wax?? 🤔 We've got an upcoming Into to Encaustic Painting class where you can try it out for yourself! Join awesome instructor Jodi Reeb for a daylong in person workshop open to beginners and returning students! Materials are included!

Introduction to Encaustic Painting: Beginning and Continuing - August 2nd 10am – 4pm
https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/introduction-to-encaustic-painting-beginning-and-continuing-taught-by-jodi-reeb-4/

Our friends from will be around for another hour or so with all these fantastic paints to try and all of the fantastic knowledge of their watercolor paints. Come and see us... just drop by the classroom!

It's Stoneground Paint Weekend! 🎨 All 1/2 Pans & Sets are 20% off!!

In honor of our friends from The Stoneground Paint Co visiting Wet Paint this weekend, we thought we'd share the love with all of our customers!
Stoneground Paint is a small Canadian paint company that makes artist-quality 1/2 pan watercolor and gouache. We've been big fans of the gouache for a while now, but recently brought in a small selection of watercolors as part of a collaboration with The Mint Gardener.

And this weekend, all of the individual 1/2 pan watercolors and gouache AND sets are 20% off!! PLUS! You can try out some of these colors by making a set of your own - when you buy 6 (or more) 1/2 pan paints, you'll get a FREE empty tin! Available while supplies last! Sale valid 7/19 thru 7/21, 2024. In stock items only!

https://wetpaintart.com/brand/s/stoneground-paint/

Perspective is for more than just drawing architecture! Do you draw people? Animals? Flowers in still life? Do you drawings come out looking “off,” and you can’t figure out why? Perspective is most likely to blame. In this hands-on intensive class, you will learn the basics of creating technical drawings, including accurate perspective drawing for the absolute beginner.
Join awesome instructor and artist, Jinjer Markley in her upcoming "Perspective Playground" multi-session class: Tuesdays: July 30 August 6, 13, 20th from 10am-12pm.

https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/perspective-playground-taught-by-jinjer-markley/

YAY!! 30 Outstanding postcards (29 + a MEGA sized one) arrived this week!! THANK YOU to all our artists: locals: Donna Refior, Sarah Stengle, Tiv Tivey, J. Moe, Claudia Strayhat, Carissa Marsh (.art) and an anonymous artist
Drew Williams in Eau Claire, WI; and locals: Sarah Stengle, Maria Peters Bodette, Clena, Sandy Gensmer, Tyanne Agle, Barb McLean, Sally Sampin, and Joanne Smith.
Lynn Sprafka in Des Moines, IA; and locals: Lucia, Astrid Eisenhertz, Bette Westman, Lyla Brown, Mark Balfe, Avery Davis, and Wet Paint instructor Jinjer Markley!
And our Mega Postcard artist, Liz Elfstrand!!

Two upcoming book & paper arts classes with fabulous artist and instructor, Bridget OMalley ! 📚 All supplies are included for these in person classes, and no experience needed!

📘 Monthly Book Arts: Cross Structure Binding - July 27th 2 – 5pm
📦 Cartonnage: Lidded Box - August 10th 10am – 1pm

https://info.wetpaintart.com/events/photo/?tribe-bar-search=bridget+o+malley

NEW!!! Available for a limited time only! Hahnemühle Watercolor Bookmark Painting Set only $22.95! (MSRP $51.05) 🎉

The perfect compact set for tiny paintings!
This sweet little bundle includes a Watercolor Bookmark Paper Pad from Hahnemuhle, 3 Schmincke Horadam Watercolor 1/2 Pans (Lemon Yellow, Cadmium Red Light, and Helio Cerulean Blue), and a mini DaVinci round watercolor brush! Nice!

https://wetpaintart.com/hahnemuhle-bookmark-watercolor-painting-set/

NEW from Faber-Castell 's Creative Studio!! Pop Up Coloring Bouquets and Earring Kits! 💐

Perfect for an indoor activity with teens (and adults), or a handmade gift idea! Choose from 4 different styles in both Bouquets and Earrings - all materials are included!
Pop Up Coloring Bouquets: Pansies, Sunflowers, Succulents, or Wildflowers
Earrings: Textured Clay, Painted Wood, Painted Acrylic, or Pressed Floral

https://wetpaintart.com/brand/e-to-f/faber-castell/creative-studio/

WAHOO! 21 Amazing postcards arrived this week!! THANK YOU to all our artists:
Jeanne Van Slyke Evans in Vicksburg, MS; Lynn Sprafka in Des Moines, IA; and locals: Mark Balfe, Barb McLean, Lynn Zorn, Susan Corrado, Mark Spitzack, Barbara Thoemke, and Wet Paint instructor Jinjer Markley

Sofia Cote in Grimes, IA; Lynn Sprafka in Des Moines, IA; and locals: Cecily Beierle, Mary Niedenfuer Thompson, Meredith Johnson, Mark Balfe, Lynn Zorn, Susan, Sharon Anderson, and Coral Berge.

The weather will be fine this weekend and Irvine Park is a lovely, shaded and historic spot to sketch. 😎🖊

Discover or rediscover the restorative practice of sketching on location and learn a little history of this gorgeous small park near downtown St. Paul. Great for any level of experience! Join instructor and artist, Jeanne Kosfeld from 10am - 12pm this Saturday, July 13th!

https://info.wetpaintart.com/events/photo/?tribe-bar-search=jeanne

Hey! We've got some swell "Get Started with Watercolor" Sets that we've put together for the summer season... just add water and you're ready to paint!! 🎨
Includes: Cotman 12 tube watercolor paint set, palette, Strathmore Watercolor Postcards, and a brush. $29.95!
https://wetpaintart.com/wet-paint-introductory-watercolor-set-with-cotman-watercolors/

Happy 4th of July!! Wet Paint is CLOSED today, but we do have a deal for you...

❤️+🤍+💙=💜? This weekend, buy 3 Copic Sketch Markers, get the 4th FREE!
Everyone's favorite alcohol-based markers are on promo this weekend only! Buy any 3 in stock Sketch Markers, and get 1 marker FREE!! Only $5.99 each
Valid 7/3 thru 7/7, 2024 - in stock items only!

https://wetpaintart.com/sketch-markers/

Just arrived - AND just in time for some sunshine! ☀️ NEW Cyanotype Kits from Jacquard Products !!

Make gorgeous blue prints using sunlight! This Cyanotype Kit makes sun printing easier than ever and includes everything needed to get started. Plus, there's enough supplies to make at least a dozen 8.5x11 prints! 💙
https://wetpaintart.com/jacquard-cyanotype-kit/

Another 19 amazing postcards arrived this week!! 💌 If you're going out of town this weekend, be sure to drop us a postcard... just needs to be postmarked by August 15th to be included in our Annual Postcard Project!

THANK YOU to all our artists: Lynn Sprafka in Des Moines, IA; and locals: Blynn Johnson, Mark Balfe, Lynn Zorn, Annie Frazer, Jeanne Comeford, Kristen Olsen, Barb Yungers, and Wet Paint Instructor, Jinjer Markley!
Barb Hauser in WI; and locals: N. Jeanne Burns, Ian Minnich Soffer, Mary Ellen Elliott, Lynn Zorn, Mark Balfe, Coral Berge, Elle Minnich Soffer, Wet Paint Instructor, Tara Tieso, and an anonymous artist!

JUST ADDED!! We've got 2 upcoming in person events with The Stoneground Paint Co July 19th and 20th!
🌈On Friday, July 19th - The History of Pigments and Colour: An Evening with The Stoneground Paint Co. from 6-8pm. Join The Stoneground Paint Co. for an illuminating discussion about the history of colour and pigments. FREE, but please RSVP!
🎨Saturday, July 20th 10am-5pm is the Stoneground Paint Try-It: Drop by anytime! Ask any questions, find out more about their paint, or just have a great time playing with beautiful handmade paint.
Both of these events are FREE and open to the public!

https://info.wetpaintart.com/events/photo/?tribe-bar-search=stoneground

Whether you want to try out acrylic, watercolor, or oil painting, we've got some great intro sets to get you started!! 🎨
🖌 Wet Paint Beginner Acrylic Painting Kit only $19.95!!
A super selection of supplies to introduce you to this heavy-bodied, water cleanup paint!
🖌 Wet Paint Introductory Watercolor Set with Cotman Watercolors only $29.95!! Includes brush, palette, and a book of watercolor postcards. Just add water!
🖌 Gamblin 1980 Oil Paint Intro Set special weekend price: only $40.80!! (MSRP $68.00)
This set of oil colors is packaged in a primed wood panel that’s ready for you to paint on!
https://wetpaintart.com/brand/w-to-z/wet-paint-promotion/weekend-special/

Landon and Justin have so many plans...
And they are going to note them all in a new Moleskine 18-Month Planner!!
These 2024/2025 planners start in July (next month!) and run thru December 2025. Available in weekly or daily format, soft or hard cover, they also include a month view and plenty of space for notes. Check out all the options in store or online! Now let's make some plans!
https://wetpaintart.com/planners/

We've got a restock on the classic 4001 Violet Ink from Pelikan International ! 💜
Made for fountain pens, this ink is a long-time favorite for everyday writing!

https://wetpaintart.com/pelikan-4001-fountain-pen-ink-30ml-glass-jar/

Ever wished you had a way to match a color in a photo and get a color recipe?? Golden Artist Colors has introduced their new virtual color mixer that is able to do just that!
You can try out any color combination, create a custom palette, and so much more! Works with both Golden Acrylic paints and Williamsburg Oil paints!

A new color mixer is here allowing you the ability to color match with GOLDEN Acrylic Colors and Williamsburg Artist Oil Colors!🎨⁠

Check out the mixers and a tutorial at the links below:
Tutorial: https://goldenartistcolors.com/videos/mxr-tutorial
Acrylic Mixer: https://goldenartistcolors.com/mixer/acrylic
Oil Mixer: https://goldenartistcolors.com/mixer/oil

WOWZA! 19 Amazing postcards arrived this week!! THANK YOU to all our artists: Catherine Sebek in Hayward, WI; and locals: Jonathan Granlund, Mark Balfe, Barb Yungers, Conchi Henke, S. Rowe, Nomi Brandt, Barb McLean, Susan Corrado, and Tina Wittmer
Lynn Sprafka in Des Moines, IA; and locals: CMS (), Deborah Werle, Mary C. Sweeney, Barb Yungers, Rachel Gorski, Barb McLean, Kate M, and Sue Rowe

Do you want to make a comic? Are you curious about what exactly goes into this tradition of telling stories through sequential, simplified and/ or exaggerated drawings? Join cartoonist, Xiomar Luna ( ) to learn all the basics you’ll need to get started!
No experience or drawing skills required! Adults and Teens 14 and up are welcome in this class.
Comics 101 - Saturday, July 13th 2-5pm
https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/comics-101-taught-by-xiomar-luna-2/

NEW!! The latest Blackwing Volume 746 celebrating the Golden Gate Bridge!! 🌉
Each pencil features Blackwing's firm graphite core and is finished with a special multi-layered technique to bring out the iconic International Orange color of San Francisco’s world-famous marvel. Sold in a box of 12, and only available while supplies last!

https://wetpaintart.com/blackwing-pencils-volume-746-golden-gate-bridge-box-of-12/

Octoberfest in June?? 🤔
Nah, not really. But, check out all these fantastisch German products that we love... they go together like bratwurst and bier! Prost!

🎨 BACK IN STOCK!! Schmincke Horadam Watercolor 1/2 Pan 8 Color Set Retro Vintage Series only $69.88 (MSRP $107.50)
https://wetpaintart.com/schmincke-horadam-watercolor-1-2-pan-8-color-set-retro-vintage-series/

🍥 NEW!! Hahnemühle Sugar Cane Watercolor Blocks! Tree-free and eco-friendly paper! Choose from 3 sizes!
https://wetpaintart.com/brand/g-to-i/hahnemuhle/natural-line/sugar-cane-watercolour/

🖌 Restocked and some NEW styles!! Da Vinci Colineo Brushes! Now available in long handle, short handle, and mottlers!! 20% off everyday!
https://wetpaintart.com/brand/d/davinci-brush/colineo/

Traveling this Summer? If you’re going near Louisville, be sure to check out one of our favorite independent art supply stores, Preston Arts Center , at their new location!

BACK IN STOCK!! A fresh batch of the CUTEST pen and pencil cases from Punilabo are here! 😻
https://wetpaintart.com/brand/p-to-q/punilabo-pen-case/

Eight more fabulous postcards arrived this last week!! THANK YOU to all our artists: Lynn Sprafka in Des Moines, IA; Anne Field () in Owl's Head, ME; and locals: Barb Yungers, N. Jeanne Burns, Patricia Olson (), Mark Balfe, and Wet Paint instructor Jinjer Markley