Page 89 - Specialist Crafts Catalogue UK

Choosing the Right Canvas for Your Art
Whether you’re teaching a class of beginners or supporting advanced art students, the right canvas can make all the difference to the final result. Specialist Crafts offers a range of stretched canvases to suit every budget, technique and display need. Understanding the differences will help you select the perfect surface for your next project.
Shapes & Formats
Our canvases come in a variety of formats to suit every style of artwork: s Rectangle – The classic choice for
landscapes, portraits and most
compositions.
s Square – Perfect for balanced,
modern layouts or grid-style
displays.
s Round – Adds a unique twist, ideal
for abstract work or statement
pieces.
s Canvas Board – A space-saving,
portable option that’s great for studies, quick projects and plein air painting.
s Canvas Fabric by the Metre – For those who prefer to stretch their own canvases or create bespoke sizes.
DISCOVER
FULL RANGE ONLINE
Canvas Type
Key Features
Best For
Essentials Stretched Canvas
Affordable cotton canvas, primed and ready to use. Lightweight frame construction makes it easy to handle and store. 17mm Deep
Classroom projects, practice work, beginners learning techniques.
Gallery Style Stretched Canvas
Premium, heavyweight canvas with deeper 38mm edges for a contemporary, ready-to-hang finish. Stapled on the reverse for a clean edge.
Professional presentation, exhibition work, finished pieces.
Tuck and Roll Canvas
Canvas neatly tucked and rolled at the edges before stapling, leaving no visible staples. Can be hung without framing for a polished look.
High-end display, gifting, creating art that doesn’t require a frame.
Explore the full canvas range online: specialistcrafts.co.uk/canvas
Tuck and Roll Canvas
Student Canvas