Art Painting Supplies
School Paint Supplies for Classrooms, Teachers and Creative Learning
Our carefully curated range of school paint supplies is designed to support classrooms, teachers, and art departments across Australia, making it easier to deliver engaging, creative learning experiences every day. Whether you’re introducing students to colour for the first time or guiding advanced art projects, having reliable and high-quality paints ensures every lesson runs smoothly.
Our collection includes a wide variety of paints suited to different age groups and skill levels, including acrylic paint, gouache, watercolour, paint mediums, spray paint and oil paint. For more specialised classroom activities, we also offer fabric paints, and face paints, allowing students to explore different surfaces and techniques. Paired with essential tools such as paint brushes, palettes and easels, our range supports everything from structured lessons to open-ended creative exploration.
With Oxlades, schools can feel confident knowing their art supplies are chosen with both creativity and practicality in mind.
Supporting Creative Learning with the Right Classroom Paint Setup
Creating a successful art program goes beyond simply having paint on hand. The way paint supplies are selected, organised and introduced in the classroom can have a significant impact on student engagement, confidence and learning outcomes. Well-planned resources allow teachers to run smoother lessons, manage materials more efficiently, and create an environment where students feel encouraged to explore their creativity.
In school settings, it’s important to consider how paint supplies will be used across different year levels and class sizes. Materials that are easy to handle, quick to set up, and simple to clean up can make a noticeable difference in day-to-day teaching.
A well-equipped classroom also supports a wider variety of projects, from individual artwork to group-based activities that encourage collaboration and experimentation. Having consistent, reliable supplies on hand helps teachers plan ahead with confidence, knowing that each lesson can run without unnecessary interruptions.
By creating a structured and supportive environment with the right paint setup, schools can foster creativity in a way that feels both engaging and achievable, turning every art lesson into an opportunity for growth and expression.
Reliable School Art Supplies for Consistent Classroom Results
Using quality materials not only improves the final outcome of student work but also enhances the overall learning experience. When paints perform consistently and tools are reliable, students can focus on exploring their creativity without frustration. Proper care, such as cleaning brushes thoroughly and storing paints correctly, helps extend the life of supplies and ensures they are always ready for the next lesson.
Oxlades Art Supplies is proud to support schools and educators with a trusted range of school paint supplies that bring creativity into the classroom. Explore our collection and discover materials that make teaching easier, inspire students, and elevate every art project.
Art Painting Supplies FAQs
If you're a beginner artist just starting out with painting, here is a list of essential supplies you will need:
Paint: Choose a set of acrylic paints in a range of colors, or purchase individual tubes of paint in the colors you prefer.
Brushes: A variety of brushes, including round, flat, and angled brushes, will be useful for different techniques and styles.
Canvas or Painting Surface: A canvas or painting surface is a necessary support for your paint. Canvases are available in a range of sizes and can be stretched or pre-primed, while paper or boards can also be used as a painting surface.
Palette: A palette or plastic plate is used to mix your paints on, you can use a disposable palette paper or a reusable palette made of plastic or metal.
Water Container: You'll need a container of water to clean your brushes, dilute your paints, and rinse your palette.
Easel: An easel is not strictly necessary, but it can be useful for holding your canvas or painting surface at a comfortable working height and angle.
Thinner: A thinner such as water or a medium designed for use with acrylic paints can help you adjust the consistency of your paint for different effects.
Paint thinner or cleaner: A paint thinner or cleaner is essential for cleaning up after you finish painting.
Other optional supplies: Other optional supplies you may consider include a palette knife, masking tape, rags, and a spray fixative.
Acrylic paint is one of the most popular and widely used paints among artists today. There are several reasons why this paint has become so prevalent among artists.
It is a versatile medium that can be used for a variety of styles, techniques, and effects, from traditional fine art to modern abstract expressionism.
It dries quickly and it’s water-soluble – unlike oils, acrylics can be thinned and cleaned up with water, making them more convenient and easier to use.
It is durable, has excellent adhesion to a variety of surfaces and are often less expensive than other options, making them accessible to a wider range of artists, from hobbyists to professionals.
On top of that, this paint is also non-toxic, making it a safer option for artists, especially for those who work with young children or in schools.