There are many benefits to shopping online. You can find great discounts on items that would sell for more in retail stores. Some art suppliers have deals and savings that they only offer online.

Things to look out for:

• Always remember to add in the cost of shipping. Sometimes it pays to place a larger order to take advantage of free shipping.
• If you are ordering from overseas, check that you don’t need to pay duty on imported items.
• Some suppliers may refuse to ship certain items, if they are deemed to be hazardous.
• Buying the cheapest stock is often a false economy, especially for brushes (the cheaper ones deteriorate very quickly).
• Sometimes paying more for a reputable brand, can save you money in the long run.

Where can I buy art materials online?

Dick Blick Art Materials sell a vast range of most brands of paints in various sizes. It is an art supplies company that is based in the US.

If you order over a certain amount, shipping can be free within the US, conditions apply. Orders placed from outside the US will have a different shipping charge. (Click on the shipping information link at the bottom of the page on Dick Blick Art Materials for details.)