Art Materials Made in Canada

For those who wish for home grown art supplies, check out Stevenson's watercolour paints–and other materials–made in Ontario. To learn more see: www.dlstevenson.ca

If you are a paper collector like me then you will be happy to know about the handmade paper including watercolour and sketchbook paper, made by the St. Armand company of Montreal, Quebec. I like their brown paper for sketches, and monotone watercolour painting. The 300 lb Dominion watercolour paper takes some getting used to but it might be what you need if you are looking for a new experience with watercolour paper.
   They don't usually sell directly to the public but you can go to their manufacturing location to make a purchase, or to take a tour. And you can take your favourite art materials to try on their paper. To learn more about these, and other things visit their web site. www.st-armand.com.

Do you know of any other Canadian manufacturers of art supplies? If so, please leave a comment below.