For artists, the surface they paint on is just as important as their paints and brushes. While cotton canvases are popular, many professional artists prefer artist canvas linen for its superior quality, durability, and texture. At Art Materials Australia, we pride ourselves on offering the best premium linen canvases, available in wholesale box lots and delivered straight to your door. We stock transparent primed and titanium primed linen canvases designed to elevate your artwork to the next level.

Why Choose Artist Canvas Linen?

There are several reasons why artist canvas linen is the preferred surface for many professional artists:

  • Superior Texture: Linen provides a natural, high-end feel with a fine to medium texture that enhances the painting experience.
  • Durability: Linen canvases, like those we offer at Art Materials Australia, are a testament to the enduring quality of your artwork. They last longer than cotton ones, are more resistant to moisture and environmental changes, ensuring your artwork stands the test of time.
  • Historical Significance: Linen has been the canvas of choice for the Masters long before cotton became popular. Today, many top artists still choose linen for its unmatched quality, feeling a deep connection to a rich artistic tradition. At Art Materials Australia, we stock the best artist canvas linen, available in transparent and titanium-primed varieties to suit different artistic needs.

Titian Belgium Linen Canvases

One of our most popular products is the Titian Belgium linen canvas. These transparent primed canvases are available in eleven sizes, offering artists flexibility. Each canvas has a natural, high-end texture, making it a pleasure to paint.

The Titian Belgium linen canvas has been triple-coated with clear, acid-free, non-yellowing gesso. Creating a smooth, durable barrier that protects the linen while providing an excellent surface for your paints to adhere to. When using artist-grade pigments, preserving their vibrancy and longevity is essential; this well-primed surface ensures just that.

Transparent Primed vs Titanium Primed Linen Canvases

At Art Materials Australia, we offer two types of priming for our artist canvas linen:

  1. Transparent Primed Linen Canvases: These canvases retain the natural beauty of the linen while offering a protective, non-yellowing barrier. Many artists enjoy exposing parts of the linen in their artwork, allowing the natural texture and tone to complement their paint.
  2. Titanium Primed Linen Canvases: Our titanium primed linen canvases are an excellent choice for artists who prefer an opaque, white surface. They provide a bright, clean background that makes colours pop.

Whether you prefer transparent primed linen’s natural look or titanium primed linen’s classic white surface, Art Materials Australia has the perfect artist canvas linen.

The Benefits of Using Titian Transparent Primed Linen

Transparent primed linen canvases offer unique benefits that make them a favourite among many professional artists:

  • Natural Aesthetic: The natural colour of the linen gives your work a sophisticated and organic feel, inspiring many artists to leave parts of the canvas uncovered, allowing the natural linen to become part of the artwork.Neutralising Bright Colours: When working with a bright colour palette, the natural tone of the linen helps neutralise the intensity, providing balance and harmony to the composition.
  • Staple-Free Edges: If you would like to paint the edges of your canvas, you will appreciate Titian canvases’ feature of staple-free edges. All staples are placed at the back, giving the canvas a clean, professional finish.
  • Durable Stretcher Bars: The canvas is supported by kiln-dried, heavy-duty 1 1/2″ pine stretcher bars. These sturdy frames ensure that your canvas remains taut and durable over time.

Australian artist Nicki Comelli says, “When I see an artist linen canvas hanging in a gallery, I know the artist has taken care in choosing the finest products.”

Linen Canvas Weight and Texture

Another important factor to consider is the weight of the linen canvas. Our artist canvas linen weighs 12 oz / 450 gsm, providing the perfect balance between durability and texture. The canvas’s fine to medium texture allows for smooth brushwork while still offering enough tooth for the paint to adhere effectively.

Wholesale Box Lots and Delivery

At Art Materials Australia, we make it easy for artists to stock up on premium materials. We offer our artist canvas linen in wholesale box lots, ensuring you always have the best quality canvases. Plus, our convenient delivery service will ship your canvases directly to your door, saving you time and effort. Enjoy the convenience of having your art supplies delivered right to your doorstep!

Final Thoughts

The surface artists choose is incredibly important for creating exceptional works of art. Artist canvas linen offers unmatched durability, texture, and a natural aesthetic that elevates your painting experience. At Art Materials Australia, we proudly offer premium linen canvases. Our popular Titian Belgium linen comes in transparent and titanium-primed varieties.

The transparent primed artist canvas linen is ideal for artists who appreciate linen’s natural beauty and want to incorporate it into their artwork. With its triple-coated, acid-free, non-yellowing gesso, this canvas provides the perfect surface for your paints, ensuring that your artwork will last for years. With our wholesale box lots and delivery service, stocking up on these premium canvases has never been easier.

Sign up for our VIPurpose points program to save on future purchases. At Art Materials Australia, we are dedicated to providing artists with the best materials so that you can focus on what you do best—creating. Choose the finest artist canvas linen for your next masterpiece and experience the difference. Don’t wait, order your premium linen canvases today!

VIPurpose Artist Linen Canvas Rewards

With competitive prices and dedication towards our customer satisfaction, we here at Art Materials Australia pride ourselves on providing you with the artist linen canvas rewards. Sign up for our VIPurpose points program today and get even better discounts through our store and online purchases on all the art materials you need.  

Contact us

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact an Art Materials Australia creative member.

Text: 0411248217

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