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Fabric Paints Explained: Choosing Between Fabric Dyes and Leather Paints
ByJohan Marneweck January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Fabric paints are brilliant when you want bold colour and clean detail on clothing, tote bags, and craft projects, but they are not the same thing as fabric dyes or leather paint. What are fabric paints, and when should you use them? Fabric paints sit on or slightly into the fibres, so they’re ideal when…

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Arty-Facts | Beginner's Guides | How To Guides | Inspiration | Keeping South Africa Creative

An Arts Journal Approach to Setting Art Goals and Reducing Screen-Based Distraction
ByJohan Marneweck January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Arts journal practice is one of the simplest ways to stay consistent with your art, especially when your phone keeps trying to steal your attention. What is an arts journal, and how is it different from a sketchbook? An arts journal is part sketchbook, part creative planner, part “safe place to experiment”. A sketchbook is…

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Back To School | Beginner's Guides | How To Guides | Stationery

Back to School Stationery Checklist for Creative Students and Art Classes
ByJohan Marneweck January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Back to school stationery is the easiest thing to underestimate until the night before school starts and you realise you are missing the one item your child actually needs tomorrow. What should back to school stationery cover for creative students, not just “normal” classes? Creative students need the usual writing basics, plus a few art-specific…

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Acrylic Painting | Arty-Facts | How To Guides | Paint Brushes | Paint Brushes And Tools

How to Choose the Right Brush for the Stroke or Effect You Want
ByNatasha Nel January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

Learn how to choose the right brush for the stroke or effect you want using Donovan’s Guide. Choosing a paintbrush isn’t about owning every shape, it’s about understanding what kind of mark you want to make. Once you know how different brushes behave, you can work more confidently, paint more expressively, and avoid fighting your…

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Acrylic Painting | Arty-Facts | Beginner's Guides | Canvas | How To Guides

Black Canvas Painting Ideas That Look Expensive (Even if You’re a Beginner)
ByJohan Marneweck December 29, 2025December 29, 2025

Black canvas art has a way of looking bold and premium fast, because the dark background makes colours, highlights and clean shapes pop with less effort. What makes painting on a black canvas look so dramatic? A dark background instantly boosts perceived contrast, so even simple shapes look intentional and “designed”. Black naturally pushes bright…

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Epoxy Resin Projects That Don’t Look Cheap: Beginner Tips for a Pro Finish
ByJohan Marneweck December 29, 2025December 29, 2025

Epoxy resin can turn simple shapes into glossy, giftable pieces, but the finish only looks premium if you nail the setup, mixing, and curing in South African conditions. What is epoxy resin, and why do beginners love it? Epoxy resin is a two-part system that cures into a hard, clear plastic when the resin and…

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Arty-Facts | Back To School | Beginner's Guides | How To Guides | Inspiration

A Teachers Dream Classroom: Supplies Tips and Creative Ideas From Nursery to University
ByNatasha Nel November 14, 2025November 18, 2025

A great classroom starts with a teacher who has the right tools. From the curiosity of little ones in nursery school to the focused studio work of university students, the way a classroom is set up has a huge impact on how learners absorb information, stay organised, and feel inspired. At The Deckle Edge we…

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Beginner's Guides | How To Guides | Ink | Paper | Printmaking

The Best Paper for Printmaking: How to Choose the Right Surface for Your Prints
ByJohan Marneweck October 6, 2025October 6, 2025

Why Paper Selection Matters in Printmaking The best paper for printmaking can make or break the final impression of your work. Whether you are pulling your very first lino print or preparing a series of fine etchings, the surface you print on plays as much of a role as the ink or the block. Paper…

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Beginner's Guides | How To Guides | Paper

International Paper Sizes : A Complete Guide to Paper for Artists, Printers and Designers
ByNatasha Nel September 1, 2025September 9, 2025

Ever printed on the wrong size, bought the wrong envelope, or struggled to choose the right paper for your art? You are not alone. Paper comes in countless weights, textures, and materials, and making the wrong choice can waste time, money, and effort. This guide explains international paper sizes (A series), standard envelope dimensions (C…

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Art News | Arty-Facts | Beginner's Guides | How To Guides | Keeping South Africa Creative | Oil Painting

Invest In Your Art With Schmincke MUSSINI Oils
ByNatasha Nel April 8, 2025April 9, 2025

If you’re an artist who loves oil painting—or wants to fall in love with it—Schmincke MUSSINI could be the best-kept secret you’ve yet to discover. These paints aren’t just colours in a tube. They’re the result of over 140 years of care, tradition, and chemistry, crafted to help you bring depth, light, and history to…

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