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    NEW Princeton Kolinsky Sable Brushes Bring Smiles!

    Princeton Brush is excited to announce the introduction (and availability too!!) of Princeton Series 7050 Kolinsky Sable Brushes. Series 7050 are genuine Kolinsky Sable brushes made with only the finest quality of hair. The line consists of Watercolor rounds from size 3/0 through size 12. With extraordinary effort and care, each brush is handcrafted by an experienced German brush maker. The hairs are bound together with a seamless nickel ferrel that connects to a black lacquer handle, giving the brush a sleek and professional look. The brushes provide amazing control and color holding capacity with every stroke. Keep an eye out for Princeton Kolinsky Sable from MacPherson’s – for the time being, the demand…

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    Golden, Williamsburg & QoR News June 2014

    MacPherson’s Dealer Workshop A Great Success! Thank you to MacPherson’s personnel for hosting an incredible workshop! Your planning and preparation led to a very organized, valuable event. The hands-on demonstrations and round-robin presentations were interesting and informative for all. We were pleased to see so many retailers in attendance. Your continued support and enthusiasm for all GOLDEN products is appreciated tremendously! MacPherson’s Buyer’s Guide Be sure to take a look at the new MacPherson Back-to-School Buyer’s Guide, which is currently effective and available. It features larger sizes in Fluids and a number of other exciting offerings from GOLDEN, reinforcing all three brands – GOLDEN Acrylics, Williamsburg Oils and QoR® Watercolor! Latest News About QoR® Watercolor! QoR Video & Article in The Artist’s Magazine QoR…

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    MacPherson’s is proud to announce the promotion of Ryan Ong to Vice President of Operations. During his 12 year tenure at MacPherson’s Ryan has taken on increasing roles of responsibility including the successful consolidation of our Elgin distribution facility and relocation of operations in Suwanee into our new, larger home. It is believed that Canson USA has picked Gerard O’Mahony to be their new CEO. Previously he was Commercial Director – Hamelin Brands Limited based in Cambridge, England. Central Florida Office Plus (CFOP) in Gainesville, Florida announced plans to file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and will be closing for good on June 28th. Word Famous Surfboard Artist Drew Brophy has just test driven Montana Cans. Drew…

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    Strathmore Art Submission Contest

    Increase activity at your retail store by sharing social media content and information about the 2014 Strathmore Card Art Submission Contest! Strathmore is calling all card artists to submit their fresh fall and winter themed greeting card art. Artists who submit their work will have a chance to win cash and Strathmore card products! Artwork may be featured on Strathmore promotional materials, or on social media sites. We will be selecting three featured artists from our fall/winter card artwork submissions to receive cash and prizes. Artists selected will be credited by name wherever artwork is featured (social media sites or Strathmore promotional materials). 1st Place – Awarded $500, plus $200 retail value of Strathmore® card products (chosen by Strathmore Artist Papers). 2nd Place – Awarded $250,…

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    New Strathmore Printmaking Paper

    Printmaking is a growing art form, attracting a wide variety of artists. Yet, there is no complete line of printmaking papers to meet the range of needs from beginners to professionals…until now. Strathmore Artist Papers™ is committed to developing innovative new products that meet the needs of all artists, and they are proud to introduce Strathmore® Printmaking Paper. It is a complete range of papers that will satisfy the needs of recreational, student and professional artists. Strathmore Printmaking Papers were born out of a unique collaboration between Strathmore Artist Papers and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Art and science converged as talented minds within science, engineering and the arts teamed up to create this high-quality, innovative line of Printmaking papers. The line will begin shipping…

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    Derwent Draws From a World of Innovation

    Derwent is known for its innovation and this year they have some great new ideas for your artist’s kit. There are additions to the storage range and some brilliant drawing tools. Traveller Pencil Pouch – Great for working outdoors, this sturdy pouch securely fastens to your sketchbook with an adjustable elastic fastening. Suitable for 12 pencils, the Traveller has two compartments to hold pencils and a flap which folds over and protects the tips. Fits A5, A4, A3 sketchbooks Item number WN2302156, only $9.99 Standard ColArt discounts apply. Derwent Carry-All Tote & Extra Pencil Leaves – Due to popular demand you can now buy extra Pencil Leaves for your Derwent Carry-All Tote. The stylish Derwent Carry-All is the ultimate pencil storage solution. Now you can store up to 220…