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27 Sep 2024

Mont Marte

Multifaceted artist Daniela Toivonen

Join us to get to know Finnish artist, Daniela Toivonen (@bydansku). In this catch-up, we got to know how she found her creativity and built the courage to share her...
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Dani Pratt's take on creating texture in art

Let’s get to know Australian artist, Dani Pratt (@texturedartbydani)! In this interview, we asked her...
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Dani Pratt's take on creating texture in art

Let’s get to know Australian artist, Dani Pratt (@texturedartbydani)! In this interview, we asked her stacks of questions about inspiration, mediums, creating and more. Find out more about Dani and...
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Energy art with Nathan Lovick

Say hi to Perth artist Nathan Lovick (@hubartsplash), also known as Hub. He’s all about...
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Energy art with Nathan Lovick

Say hi to Perth artist Nathan Lovick (@hubartsplash), also known as Hub. He’s all about making abstract art with good vibes and manipulating colours to change the energy of his...
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Calming creations with Cassie Zaccardo

Get into the creative spirit of South Australian artist Cassie Zaccardo (@cassiezaccardo_art). We did a...
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Calming creations with Cassie Zaccardo

Get into the creative spirit of South Australian artist Cassie Zaccardo (@cassiezaccardo_art). We did a Q&A about her art process, passions, and inspiration, so read on to find out more!...
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01 Oct 2024

Mont Marte

Watercolour Paints Premium Product Demo

Elevate your watercolour designs! Our premium quality Watercolour Paints come in sets of 8pc, 12pc and 24pc.
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Calming creations with Cassie Zaccardo

Get into the creative spirit of South Australian artist Cassie Zaccardo (@cassiezaccardo_art). We did a Q&A about her art process, passions, and inspiration, so read on to find out more!...
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Watersoluble Fluoro Oil Pastels Signature 12pc Product Demo

Make your artwork pop with vibrant neon colours! See our Watersoluble Fluoro Oil Pastels in...
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Watersoluble Fluoro Oil Pastels Signature 12pc Product Demo

Make your artwork pop with vibrant neon colours! See our Watersoluble Fluoro Oil Pastels in action on our demo.
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Clear Handle Acrylic Brush Set Signature 11pc Product Demo

This brush set includes 10 taklon brushes with clear, sleek handles and a handy carry...
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Clear Handle Acrylic Brush Set Signature 11pc Product Demo

This brush set includes 10 taklon brushes with clear, sleek handles and a handy carry case. See the set in action on our demo.
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Fabric Paint Medium Premium Product Demo

Customise your fabrics with ease with our Fabric Paint Medium.
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Fabric Paint Medium Premium Product Demo

Customise your fabrics with ease with our Fabric Paint Medium.
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27 Sep 2024

Mont Marte

Art questions from creators

Creators ask us interesting things all the time, so we thought it was a good idea to make an art question and answer for our site! Below are some commonly...
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Fabric Paint Medium Premium Product Demo

Customise your fabrics with ease with our Fabric Paint Medium.
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Types of art brush types and their uses FAQs

Find out what paint brush to use so you can create with confidence! We’ve got...
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Types of art brush types and their uses FAQs

Find out what paint brush to use so you can create with confidence! We’ve got all the info you need to explore painting with brushes made for different mediums, techniques,...
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How to sculpt FAQs

How to sculpt FAQs Want to learn how to use clay? We’ve got you covered!...
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How to sculpt FAQs

How to sculpt FAQs Want to learn how to use clay? We’ve got you covered! Find out all about sculpting and the tools you need to do it in this...
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Different paint types FAQs

Let’s be honest – there are loads of art paint types and sometimes that can...
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Different paint types FAQs

Let’s be honest – there are loads of art paint types and sometimes that can feel a little daunting! We’re here to shatter the barrier between you and creating so...
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06 Aug 2024

Mont Marte

Guide to paint opacity & more

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just stepping into the colourful world of painting, understanding our opacity rating, pigment code, and lightfastness scale categories is essential. You may have noticed...
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Different paint types FAQs

Let’s be honest – there are loads of art paint types and sometimes that can feel a little daunting! We’re here to shatter the barrier between you and creating so...
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Creative tools guide

We’ve put together a handy guide to help you find the right creative accessories for...
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Creative tools guide

We’ve put together a handy guide to help you find the right creative accessories for your project. From sculpting to painting, let’s dive into the many tools you can use...
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Your guide to Mont Marte polymer clay accessories

We have compiled a handy guide to walk you through our polymer products and explain...
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Your guide to Mont Marte polymer clay accessories

We have compiled a handy guide to walk you through our polymer products and explain the best tools to use to get the most out of your next clay project....
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Guide to using pen and ink

Art inks We have two kinds of liquid inks that are great for all kinds...
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Guide to using pen and ink

Art inks We have two kinds of liquid inks that are great for all kinds of art: Drawing and Acrylic inks. They come in a bunch of different colours and...
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14 Oct 2024

Mont Marte

Intuitive art exercises

Mindfulness art activities are a great way to unleash your creativity without following any rules. These exercises are all about letting go, trusting your instincts, and allowing your inner artist...
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Guide to using pen and ink

Art inks We have two kinds of liquid inks that are great for all kinds of art: Drawing and Acrylic inks. They come in a bunch of different colours and...
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8 pop art ideas

Take a leaf out of famous pop art artist Andy Warhol’s book and make a...
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8 pop art ideas

Take a leaf out of famous pop art artist Andy Warhol’s book and make a technicolour stylised artwork! We’ve packed this blog with stacks of inspo to kick off your...
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Oil painting prompts

Get stuck into oils by exploring some of these unique oil painting subjects! Sometimes fighting...
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Oil painting prompts

Get stuck into oils by exploring some of these unique oil painting subjects! Sometimes fighting art block isn’t easy… we get it! That’s why we reached out to some talented...
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Mindful art activities

Mindfulness and art go hand in hand as creating can be a relaxing and contemplative...
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Mindful art activities

Mindfulness and art go hand in hand as creating can be a relaxing and contemplative practice. Whether you sit down and choose to create without intention or simply cast aside...
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01 Oct 2024

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How to use crackle paste

Learn to use Mont Marte Crackle Paste Premium to create texture and effects.
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Mindful art activities

Mindfulness and art go hand in hand as creating can be a relaxing and contemplative practice. Whether you sit down and choose to create without intention or simply cast aside...
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How to paint Halloween window clings

In this fun tutorial, we’ll be making scary Halloween window deals with Deco Pudge and...
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How to paint Halloween window clings

In this fun tutorial, we’ll be making scary Halloween window deals with Deco Pudge and paint in the shape of a ghost, a bat, and a witch.
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How to use gold leaf

In this video we'll show how to use Mont Marte Imitation Gold Leaf to add...
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How to use gold leaf

In this video we'll show how to use Mont Marte Imitation Gold Leaf to add metallic details in your artworks.
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Cat in space art using acrylic inks

Follow along with our video art lesson to learn how to use acrylic ink to...
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Cat in space art using acrylic inks

Follow along with our video art lesson to learn how to use acrylic ink to make this vibrant cat astronaut! This funky piece is great wall art for a quirky...
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02 Oct 2024

Mont Marte

8 tips for daily art

Do you dream of being creative but struggle to find the time or motivation to make artwork daily? Well, fear not! With a few simple tips and tricks, you can...
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Cat in space art using acrylic inks

Follow along with our video art lesson to learn how to use acrylic ink to make this vibrant cat astronaut! This funky piece is great wall art for a quirky...
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8 tips for background painting

When it comes to painting, the background often plays a pretty big part in setting...
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8 tips for background painting

When it comes to painting, the background often plays a pretty big part in setting the scene and bringing together the overall composition. Whether you're painting landscapes, portraits, or still...
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Abstract art techniques

If you want to try painting with less rules and more freedom, try some of...
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Abstract art techniques

If you want to try painting with less rules and more freedom, try some of these abstract art techniques and leave realism behind! Make each style your own by picking...
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8 art tips for beginners

Stepping into creativity is an exciting adventure filled with endless possibilities, so we’re here with...
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8 art tips for beginners

Stepping into creativity is an exciting adventure filled with endless possibilities, so we’re here with some art tips to get you started! Whether you're brand new to the world of...
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27 Sep 2024

Mont Marte

Daniela Toivonen

"I love pastel colours. The funny thing is that when I started sharing my art on Instagram, I liked black and white the most. The colours came slowly but now...
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8 art tips for beginners

Stepping into creativity is an exciting adventure filled with endless possibilities, so we’re here with some art tips to get you started! Whether you're brand new to the world of...
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Dani Pratt

"Just have a go. It might take some time to find the tools and techniques...
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Dani Pratt

"Just have a go. It might take some time to find the tools and techniques you’re comfortable with, but you won’t know unless you try. I try to remember to...
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Nathan Lovick

"My intention when making art is to put a frequency of positive energy into the...
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Nathan Lovick

"My intention when making art is to put a frequency of positive energy into the world. Each piece really comes from the ones before it and a never-ending curiosity to...
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Cassie Zaccardo

"I would say Watercolour is a medium that I love but it’s also a challenge....
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Cassie Zaccardo

"I would say Watercolour is a medium that I love but it’s also a challenge. It can be so unpredictable, but I think that’s also what makes it so special...
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