What to Expect: Clear theoretical foundation: Every workshop begins with a focused theory block where the instructor explains material behavior and working with pigments — how to control paper moisture, catch the exact moment a wash dries, and achieve clean color transitions without muddying your work. Detailed demonstrations: Enjoy step-by-step guidance paired with clear visual demonstrations on large screens, ensuring every single brush movement is visible in fine detail. Hands-on practice: The majority of the time is dedicated to hands-on practice, where you create your artwork independently while our instructor or visiting local artists help you catch and correct mistakes in real time, not after the fact. Thanks to the high standards of our professional art studio and in-depth analysis of complex techniques, these sessions are recognized among the best watercolor workshops in our region. Why Come to a Workshop: Instead of spending months struggling alone with paper trying to figure out light and shadow on your own, you can make a huge leap forward in just a few hours under professional guidance. You see with your own eyes how a complex subject comes alive—the play of light on water or the crisp glare of snow — and instantly translate it into your painting, building fresh pieces for your portfolio 2026. You don't need to waste time searching for or buying supplies: high-quality watercolor pigments and equipment are already waiting on your table. But the best part is the people around you: focused work in the studio fosters a strong creative community, where the inspiring vibe is felt from the very first minute. If you prefer a longer learning path, you can always enroll in our structured art classes, and for an evening of pure relaxation, our Paint Night format is the perfect fit. Simply check our watercolor workshops 2026 calendar, choose a subject you love, and book your spot — inspiration awaits.

Premium Artist Paints in Calgary

In Art Studio

At In Art Studio, you can purchase the exact same paints that our instructors use themselves in the studio. Our Downtown Calgary art shop features professional-grade materials from renowned art brands, including Daniel Smith. Here, you can select paints with specific properties — ranging from color saturation and vibrancy to lightfastness and pigment stability.

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Daniel Smith Paints: Unmatched Pigment Quality

Daniel Smith paints stand out with their vast palette and unique pigments that behave differently on paper. Some colors produce a smooth, saturated layer, while others granulate noticeably to create organic texture. Among them are mineral shades, which have become a defining hallmark of this line.

The Daniel Smith watercolor line features over 200 colors. This includes mineral paints made from natural minerals that deliver distinct granulation and fascinating textures on paper. Belonging to this group is PrimaTek — mineral pigments known for their signature behavior during application. A high concentration of pure pigment yields rich, vibrant hues, while lightfast pigments preserve their appearance over time. The line also includes extra fine watercolors designed for professional watercolor artwork.

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Daniel Smith gouache offers opaque coverage and a smooth matte finish. This artist-grade gouache delivers the deep color richness and opacity needed for illustration, design, and mixed-media techniques. Gouache is also convenient to add to an established palette as individual colors when there is no need to purchase a full set.

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Why Buy Your Paints Here

Paints at In Art Studio are hand-selected by our own instructors. They know these materials not just from manufacturer descriptions, but from daily hands-on practice in the studio, allowing them to evaluate them from a practical standpoint — how they flow, mix, and apply on paper.
For those studying at the studio, this offers practical value: you can work with the very same materials at home that you use during classes for adults, maintaining a consistent palette. In addition to paints, we also carry other professional art supplies that you may need for your creative work.
Daniel Smith watercolour paints are available as single tubes, making it easy to buy just the specific color you need rather than a full palette set. This is ideal both for expanding your palette and for replacing paints that have run out. In watercolors, pigment load is essential: vibrant color and clean mixing depend heavily on the paint’s composition.
In Art Studio fulfills orders directly at our art supply store in Calgary located at 601 10 Ave SW. Delivery is currently unavailable, making Downtown Calgary pickup the convenient way to collect your purchased paints and supplies. You can place your order in advance and pick it up during your next visit to the studio.

FAQ

Can I get artist paints delivered or picked up in Calgary?

All Daniel Smith watercolor paints and art supplies can be picked up directly at the In Art Studio location at 601 10 Ave SW. We currently sell them in-studio and do not offer delivery.

Do I need to bring my own paints to studio classes and workshops?

No, all professional-grade materials — including paints, canvases, brushes, and paper — are fully provided and included in the ticket price for all In Art Studio classes and workshops.

Which paints should a beginner artist start with?

Start with a few essential primary colors rather than a large set. This allows you to learn clean color mixing, coverage, and how the medium behaves on paper. If you prefer starting with professional supplies, Daniel Smith watercolors or gouache are excellent choices.

Are Daniel Smith paints available as individual tubes or only sets?

We carry both individual single tubes of extra-fine Daniel Smith watercolors and gouache as well as curated sets, allowing you to build your palette custom to your creative needs.