ART MATERIALS IN THE SCOTTISH BORDERS

Art Supplies Without the Trip to Edinburgh

From first sketchbooks to professional-quality paints and brushes, Studio70 brings a broad selection of artists’ materials to Hawick and the Scottish Borders.

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Professional Artists

Reliable materials and practical essentials for ongoing studio work, commissions and exhibitions.

Students and Art Groups

Supplies for classes, coursework, workshops, art clubs and independent

Beginners

Clear advice on what you actually need to begin, without being overwhelmed by specialist terminology.

Children and Families

Accessible materials for school projects, creative activities and young artists developing their skills.

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We stock recognised art-material brands across painting, drawing, paper and accessories.

Drawing and Sketching

Materials for everyday sketching, detailed illustration, life drawing and experimental mark-making.

Graphite pencils
Coloured pencils
Charcoal
Pastels
Pens and markers
Blending tools
Erasers and sharpeners

Paints and Mediums

Explore watercolour, acrylic and oil-painting materials, together with mediums, varnishes and practical essentials for starting or developing your work.

Watercolour paints
Acrylic paints
Oil paints
Gouache
Inks
Painting mediums
Varnishes

Brushes and Painting Tools

Find brushes for different paint types, techniques and levels of experience, from versatile beginner sets to individual specialist brushes.

Watercolour brushes
Acrylic and oil brushes
Brush sets
Palette knives
Palettes
Water pots
Brush care

Canvas, Boards and Surfaces

Choose an appropriate surface for your materials and project, including ready-to-use canvases, boards and specialist painting surfaces.

Stretched canvas
Canvas boards
Painting panels
Primed surfaces
Easels
Tabletop supports

Paper and Sketchbooks

From everyday sketchbooks to specialist papers suited to watercolour, pastel, ink and mixed-media work.

Sketchbooks
Watercolour paper
Drawing paper
Pastel paper
Mixed-media paper
Pads and individual sheets

Easels and Studio Essentials

Practical equipment for painting at home, attending a class or setting up a more permanent working space.

Table easels
Floor easels
Storage
Portfolios
Cutting tools
Artist accessories

Stock changes regularly. Please contact us to check availability before making a special journey.

A proper art-supply range, here in the Borders

Finding specialist art materials locally can be difficult. For many artists in the Scottish Borders, accessing the breadth of products found in a dedicated art shop can otherwise mean travelling as far as Edinburgh.

Studio70 provides a convenient local alternative in the centre of Hawick. We stock art materials for professional artists, experienced amateurs, students, complete beginners and families discovering a new creative hobby.

Visit the shop to see materials in person, compare colours and surfaces, and ask for straightforward advice before choosing what you need.

Looking for Something Specific?

Call or message us before travelling and we will check availability. Where possible, we can also advise on suitable alternatives.

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Open Monday to Saturday, 10am–5.30pm
70 High Street, Hawick, TD9 9HR

Not Sure What to Choose?

The right material depends on what you want to make. Paper weight, brush shape, paint type and surface preparation can all affect the finished result.

Bring in a materials list, photograph, current project or the name of the technique you want to try. We will help you identify suitable products from the available range.

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Tell Us About Your Project
Bring a list, pattern, reference image or explain what you are planning.
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Compare Your Options
See relevant materials in person and understand the differences.
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Leave Ready to Create
Choose what suits your project, ability and budget.

Your Local Alternative to Travelling to Edinburgh

Edinburgh has specialist art shops offering broad ranges for artists and students, but travelling there is not always convenient. Studio70 gives customers in Hawick and the surrounding Borders access to a substantial range of everyday and specialist art materials closer to home.

Whether you need one replacement brush, paper for a particular medium or the basic materials for a completely new hobby, you can browse in person and ask for help choosing suitable products.

Shop Locally

Access art materials without a full journey to Edinburgh.

See before buying

Compare paper, brushes, colours and surfaces in person.

Ask for advice

Get practical guidance suited to your project and experience.

Buy what you need

Find individual essentials as well as starter materials and sets.