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Andree Raymond is the winner of the Ink October Contest Winner 2019 sponsored by King's Framing & Art Gallery.

Have you ever wondered when art came into your world, and which supplies were used; at home, in school or for your lecture hall or boardroom doodles? With the changes in art form and techniques, the art supplies have also changed with time. Let’s review the origins of our seven most favourite art supplies.

We identify artworks in a formal sense because we find them aesthetically pleasing, and we find that they enhance our perception of the world around us through the apt use of images.

The beauty of nature, especially the captivating landscapes in cottage country, provide limitless inspiration for my art

Inktober is a fun way to start or to continue your passion for drawings. At King’s Framing & Art Gallery, we believe in encouraging artists and showcasing their talent online. Hence, we are hosting the Inktober Art Contest 2019. Register for King’s Framing & Art Gallery, and take part in it to win some exciting art supplies and our VIP membership for FREE!

Pie crust usually has secondary status to the filling. By simply adding a complementary flavour elevates both elements.

Try a few spice combinations to make a flavoured pie crust that will complement the filling and any accompanied beverages. Flavoured teas, apple cider and hot toddy.

The best Maple Butter Tarts filling I ever tasted. Not to sweet.

Hannah Holmes - The winner of Acrylic Painting Contest August 2019 sponsored by king's Framing & art Gallery and M Graham.

Back with the Colourful Supplies

Good quality materials are very important. Different mediums will give the subject a different kind of feel and character; encapsulating different types of emotions in the audience.