Canvas & Surfaces

Clearly, painting canvas is the ideal surface for creating your next masterpiece and Arteza’s canvases are stretched, primed and ready for use. We sell a wide range of large and small sizes, as well as multipacks for incredible value. We also sell canvas pads with disposable sheets for painting on the go. Whether you are a professional or amateur artist, you will love the quality of our canvas panels. Choose your size, and get ready to create your next masterpiece with acrylic, oil or gouache paint!

What is the best canvas for painting? Linen canvas is considered the finest canvas to use for painting, but it is also one of the most expensive. While the more economic cotton canvas features a consistent weave, linen canvas has a unique, fine texture better suited to fine art. Artists may also choose a white or black canvas depending on their subject. Using a black canvas can save you time if you intend on using a lot of contrast.

Do professionals always paint on linen canvases? Artists use both cotton and linen canvases. Linen is more expensive, so it is normally reserved for fine art pieces. Cotton canvas is multipurpose, and the cotton canvases we sell are made to the very highest quality. Artists seeking the finest painting experience may want to splash out with linen, but most artists will do great with a classic cotton canvas.

Can I use paint markers on canvas? Yes, you can absolutely use paint markers on canvas! Paint markers do not use ink—they use oil or acrylic paint that's distributed through a fibre nib. They are popular for abstract work and in pointillism, which involves painting in small, distinct dots of colour. If you are interested in using paint markers on canvas, we sell a great set to get you started.

Many of the greatest pieces of art ever created were painted on canvas. Canvas is a popular material because it is suitable for wet and dry media, and it’s very forgiving. Our canvas panels, which also includes stretched canvas, make art portable. They’re also easy to hang. We recommend cotton canvas for general painting and commissions, and our canvases are manufactured using the best cotton and durable pinewood. We have also pre-primed the surface with acrylic gesso for the best painting experience. Choose your size, choose your colour—choose Arteza for all your canvas needs!