Just released, MM32 Light Modelling Paste.

Added August 2013

Perfect for heavy textural effects on canvas and paper!

Acrylic paints are generally known for their thicker consistency. However, they may not be thick enough to create the kinds of tactile textures sought by an artist.

Derivan has created a unique variation on traditional modeling paste called MM32 Light Modeling Paste. As the name suggests, this product is a lighter version of traditional modelling compounds. It dries to an off-white opaque finish with a grainy, absorbent surface. This product is particularly good for creating high peaks of varying sizes, as it is so lightweight that the points do not spread under the weight of the product. It is compatible with all Derivan acrylic paints and products and comes in 250ml screw-top jars.

Now available, Derivan and Matisse gesso in 250ml jars.

Added May 2013

Good things come in 250ml containers!

Derivan and Matisse Gesso have always been one of our most popular products, and now we’re proud to announce that our gesso in both our students and professional ranges are now available in 250ml screw cap containers. This size is ideal for artists who paint on a smaller scale and only need a limited quantity of gesso.

While both our gessos share the same size container, the products themselves are quite different. Derivan Gesso is is a good, basic gesso perfect for the beginner or someone on a budget. Matisse MM10 Gesso is more highly refined and is perfect for experienced artists who require a more pigment dense product.

NEW Derivan FabricArt markers range.

Added May 2013

Safe, Acid Free, Odour Free.

The new Derivan FabricArt range of twin tipped fabric markers are an easy and safe way to decorate fabric. With a range of standard and fluorescent colours that will enhance any creative project.
These versatile twin tipped markers are perfect for decorating and adding a touch of colour and personality to most fabric surfaces. You can now customise t-shirts, jeans, shoes, cushion covers, carry bags and more with illustrations, type, drawings, thoughts or writings, quick and easy … [read more]

Just Released, Matisse Structure Acrylic Formula in a larger size.

Added April 2013

Pure Brilliance, Pure Quality... now in 150ml metal tube.

The complete range of Matisse Structure Formula artists colours is now available in 150ml metal tubes, alll fitted with the unique Matisse flip-top cap and individually packed in cardboard boxes.
The 95 intense, vibrant colours of the Matisse range cover the full colour spectrum, including several uniquely Australian colours. All have the highest lightfastness rating of ASTM 1 or 2 and are archival quality. Matisse Artists Acrylics are fully Australian Made and Owned.
Matisse Structure Formula paint is ideal for application with a brush or palette knife for striking textured effects, or combined with the range of Matisse Mediums for exceptional flexibility of application and finish.

Same rich impasto, high pigment loading formula artist acrylic..., but more of it in one convenient size.

New Derivan Artists Sketchbooks

Added January 2013

Classic Unlined or Tissue Interleaved.

The NEW Derivan range of sketchbooks have a unique hard-bound black soft rubber cover. With a certain industrial design charm, the cover remains water resistant and is easier to hold.
Bound with acid free sketch paper and interleaving tissue, which is also acid free (for smudge-free sketching), you are assured the pages will not yellow or deteriorate with age.
Available in A5 and A4 portrait in Classic and A4 portrait in Tissue Interleaved style, all distinctly embossed with the Derivan logo on the back cover... Read More

Some Points of Interest: Being Green

After literally hundreds of visits to potential factories we have found this brilliant new home in Rhodes, at approx twice the size of our existing factory – now we have some more much needed room. Aside from space there are many other benefits in our move, firstly there is the opportunity to be a little greener in the way we do things- some of the new things we will be doing are:

The building was selected as it is sited well to make use of the natural movement of the sun for both optimal light and climate control
It is anticipated we will be using half the energy in lighting the new building,
climate control – due to the way the building is situated and the fact the entire building is fully insulated -it is anticipated that by mechanical means the office will need little or no air conditioning and the factory will make use of cross ventilation vents (to be installed).
We will be moving to a “closed water” system – which in theory means we will be recycling all our water and will cut our water usage in half (which is down substantially from 10 years ago due to systems already implemented)
This site was also selected as it is close to public transport being located 600m from Meadowbank wharf, 750m from Rhodes train station and 200m from the bus. In keeping with our sustainability program we will have push bike parking and amenities to encourage staff and visitors to ride to the new factory.
Further advantages will be greater efficiencies in production through better placement of equipment (plus some new equipment)

We welcome all customers to come and view our new premises, and remember each year in October we have our OPEN DAY:

Don’t forget!

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