paint brushes, easels & art tools for every classroom

Explore a variety of bristle types including natural, nylon/synthetic, and foam/sponge applicators designed for different painting techniques and age groups. Colorations offers chubby brushes with plastic handles perfect for small hands, watercolor brush sets in multiple widths, and specialty applicators.

Yes, our painting tools work with tempera, acrylic, watercolor, finger paint, BioColor, and gel paint formulations. Many brushes feature natural or synthetic bristles designed to distribute paint evenly across different mediums.

Jumbo chubby brushes with thick plastic handles and natural bristles are ideal for ages 3-5, offering easier grip control and motor skill development. Colorations designs these brushes slightly larger than standard chubby sizes to accommodate developing fine motor skills.

Air-tight, no-mess paint cups feature tapering holes on inner lids that hold brushes securely while preventing spills during activities. The outer lid seals paint between sessions, keeping materials fresh and reducing waste.

Indoor/outdoor acrylic panel easels are available in 2-way, 3-way, and 4-way configurations, allowing multiple children to paint at the same time. Students can paint directly on washable acrylic panels or attach paper using clips. These collaborative easels encourage social interaction and cooperative learning while maximizing limited classroom space.

Space-saving drying racks feature multiple wire shelves that hold artwork flat and protected while paint dries, preventing smudges and drips. The mobile classroom drying rack includes 16 removable shelves accommodating paper up to 18" × 24", while deluxe space-saver models use tall, narrow designs for 9" × 12" projects.

Canvas panels offer an affordable alternative to premium stretched canvas for grades PreK through seventh grade, available in 6" × 8" sets and larger formats. Black canvas options create dramatic backdrops for glow-in-the-dark or metallic paint projects.

Yes, smocks and aprons protect students' clothing during painting activities, with options available in machine washable materials for easy cleanup. Many are sized appropriately for ages 2-7 years and designed to cover clothing adequately during messy projects.