Calling all artists! Indulge your passion and help the environment in one easy step

If you’re a painter, you already know how much art can enrich the soul. We don’t need to tell you how fun, meditative and rewarding the simple act of creation can be.

But we can tell you there’s a way to feel even better doing what you love.

Sustainable Canvas is an ethical Australian brand that transforms plastic waste into high-quality art supplies. When you use their canvases, brushes and studio tools, you’re not only getting professional-grade tools of the trade; you’re also helping keep plastic waste out of the ocean.

Every square metre of their stretched canvas uses 37 plastic bottles that may otherwise end up in our oceans — and it will even outlast natural fibre canvases! For full peace of mind, you can get a free sample of canvas with every first order.

Check out the full range of recycled art supplies here, or read on for a few great ideas to get you started…

“I’m so impressed with the quality of this canvas, being recycled plastic I didn’t know what to expect, but it’s so nice to paint on” – Sue P.

Stretched canvas — $17.25 each

Sustainable Canvas’ approach to canvases extends beyond its reusable shipping box and the recycled make of its material. It’s also uniquely designed to last, capturing your artistic strokes and retaining the quality of your piece flawlessly.

Unlike cotton or linen, polyester canvases offer superior archival qualities. It won’t sag, resists mould and stays stable through temperature changes, ensuring your masterpiece withstands the test of time.

Get it in multiple sizes here. You can also get it pre-framed here.

Painting pots

Never mistake your paint water for tea again — these gorgeous, eco-friendly pots keep your water, oil, or brushes right where they belong.

Beautifully designed to stand out amidst the paint splotches while remaining effortlessly artsy, these pots are actually made from 100% recycled milk bottle lids. Get them in four stunning colours here.

“I use it for my water for my acrylics but think I’ll get more to hold palette knives and paint brushes. Hard to believe its recycled plastic!” – Belinda.

The Palette

Every artist needs a palette from which to draw their paints. Sustainable Canvas’ 100% recycled plastic palettes are sturdy while retaining an elegant shape and a stylish finish. Lingering layers of paint also peel off extremely easily during cleaning, making it a convenient choice for acrylics and more.

Get it in the original blue or a special edition pink!

“I paint in acrylics and there is no flaking off from paint layers underneath and I can layer the colours until I have a good coverage to easily peel it all off again. Not only is that an easy clean but it feels so satisfying! The weight of it is great as well and I love it” – Sibylle Z.

Sustainable studio starter kit

Looking for an all-in-one bundle to get started on your next painting? Sustainable Canvas’ studio starter kit combines the essentials at great value for you:

• 1x 1.52m Unstretched Canvas
• 1x Painting Palette
• 1x Painting Pot

Looking for more inspiration? Shop the rest of Sustainable Canvas’ range here.

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