Matisse

What Makes Matisse Paints Stand Out?

For artists seeking rich, vibrant colours that offer exceptional quality and consistency, Matisse paints are a top choice. These paints are known for their high pigment load, brilliant colours, and versatility, making them ideal for both professional and amateur artists. Whether you’re working on a bold abstract piece or fine detailing, Matisse paints deliver outstanding performance across a variety of painting styles.

At Discount Art & Craft Warehouse, we stock an extensive range of Matisse acrylics and mediums, giving you access to the high-quality materials needed to take your artwork to the next level. From heavy-bodied paints for textured applications to flowing acrylics for detailed work, Matisse products are a reliable choice for any project.

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The Vibrancy and Consistency of Matisse Colours

One of the most remarkable qualities of Matisse paints is their vibrancy. The brand’s dedication to using only the finest pigments ensures that every tube of paint is packed with intense, long-lasting colour. Whether you’re applying bold hues or subtle shades, Matisse paints maintain their brightness and clarity over time, making them perfect for artworks meant to stand the test of time.

Consistency is another standout feature. Matisse acrylics are formulated to offer smooth, even coverage, whether you’re using thick layers or thin glazes. This versatility allows artists to experiment with different techniques without worrying about inconsistencies in the paint's texture or colour.

Additionally, Matisse paints are known for their lightfastness. This means they resist fading when exposed to light, ensuring that your paintings retain their original vibrancy for years to come. Whether you’re exhibiting work in a gallery or creating pieces for clients, Matisse ensures that your art remains visually striking over time.

A Wide Range of Acrylics & Mediums

Matisse offers a comprehensive range of products to suit every artist's needs. From textured, heavy-bodied paints to fluid, flowing acrylics, Matisse provides the tools necessary for a variety of techniques and applications.

  • Matisse Structure Acrylics: These thick, creamy acrylics are perfect for impasto techniques and building up texture on your canvas. Artists can apply these paints in heavy layers that maintain their form, making them ideal for bold, expressive work.

  • Matisse Flow Acrylics: For artists who prefer smoother, more fluid applications, Matisse Flow Acrylics are the go-to choice. Their lower viscosity makes them perfect for fine detailing, glazing, and large washes without sacrificing colour intensity.

This range gives artists the freedom to experiment with different painting methods, creating effects that go beyond traditional acrylic techniques.

Trusted by Professional Artists Worldwide

Matisse paints are trusted by artists around the world for their professional-grade quality. Whether working in fine art, commercial projects, or educational settings, artists rely on Matisse paints for their consistency and superior performance. The brand’s reputation for delivering high-quality products has earned it a loyal following among professional painters, muralists, and students alike.

Artists appreciate the control and versatility Matisse paints provide. With their broad range of colours and mediums, Matisse enables artists to execute complex techniques with ease. The durability and colour retention of Matisse paints ensure that finished pieces remain as vivid and impactful as the day they were created.

Popular Matisse Paints Available at Discount Art & Craft Warehouse

At Discount Art & Craft Warehouse, we stock a comprehensive selection of Matisse paints and accessories, giving artists the tools they need to bring their visions to life. From textured acrylics for impasto to smooth-flowing paints for glazing, you’ll find the right options for your creative process.

Matisse Structure Acrylics for Impasto Techniques

For artists who love working with texture, Matisse Structure Acrylics are a top choice. These heavy-bodied acrylics allow you to build up thick layers of paint that retain their shape, making them perfect for impasto techniques and creating a sense of depth in your artwork. The high pigment concentration ensures that even the thickest applications remain vibrant and bold.

With a wide variety of colours available, Matisse Structure Acrylics provide endless possibilities for textured, expressive pieces. Whether you’re working on canvas or experimenting with mixed media, these acrylics offer the flexibility and durability needed for your most ambitious projects.

Matisse Flow Acrylics for Smooth, Fluid Painting

If you prefer a more fluid painting style, Matisse Flow Acrylics offer a smooth, even application that’s perfect for detailed work, glazes, and washes. These paints are designed for artists who want to create smooth transitions and fine lines without sacrificing colour richness.

Matisse Flow Acrylics work beautifully on a variety of surfaces, including canvas, wood, and paper. Their fluid consistency makes them ideal for artists who like to layer colours and work with glazes, allowing for intricate detailing and a polished, professional finish.

Matisse Mediums to Enhance Your Painting Process

To further customise your painting process, Matisse offers a broad range of mediums designed to alter the texture, finish, and drying time of their acrylics. From gel mediums for thickening paint and adding texture to matt mediums that allow for transparent layers, Matisse mediums help you achieve the specific effects you’re aiming for.

Some of the most popular Matisse mediums include:

  • Gel Mediums: Perfect for adding body to your paint and creating textural effects on the canvas.

  • Matt Mediums: Designed for thinning paint without compromising colour intensity, allowing you to create luminous, layered effects.

  • Varnishes: Matisse varnishes are available in matte, satin, and gloss finishes, providing both protection for your artwork and enhancing its appearance.

By incorporating these mediums into your practice, you can push the boundaries of your painting techniques and add depth to your creative process.

Want to bring vibrant colour to your art? Discover the full range of Matisse paints at Discount Art & Craft Warehouse and experience the high-quality materials trusted by artists worldwide. Whether you’re working on textured acrylics or smooth-flowing mediums, Matisse paints provide the vibrancy, consistency, and durability you need for professional results. Shop now and elevate your art with premium Matisse products!

 

Matisse Acrylic Painting Binder

FROM $20.00

Matisse Acrylic Painting Binder is a low-sheen and transparent primer with good adhesion. Principally used as a a paint dilutant for canvas, paper or board.

 

Matisse Background Paints 250ml

ONLY $18.70

Matisse Background Paints are a highly pigmented, low-tooth gesso. Especially designed for use on canvas and board, the Matisse Background Paint range is also extensively used for interior decoratoration. It can be applied to almost any surface and also makes an ideal pastel primer.

With a built-in sealer, Matisse Background Paints not only cover, but also create a surface for painting and dry fast to a matt-velvet finish.

 

Matisse Black Gesso

FROM $24.45

Matisse Black Gesso is an intense black ground with excellent tooth, allowing for easy paint manipulation. Permanent and flexible, Matisse Black Gesso is water-based and a great primer for canvas, board and paper.

 

Matisse Clear Sealer 250ml

NOW $20.00

Matisse Clear Sealer is specifcally formulated for folk art techniques on raw wood, glass, ceramics, terracotta pots and new metals.

 

Matisse Fabric Fixative 250ml

NOW $21.40

Mix your acrylic colours with Matisse Fabric Fixative to create permanent designs on fabrics and textiles. Mix equal parts of Matisse Fabric Fixative & acrylic paint, then heat-set with an iron to ensure your designs become wash-fast.

 

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paints 1 Litre

ONLY $67.30

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paint is highly suited to mural work, acrylic canvas painting, theatre backdrops, geometrics, air-brushing and photo realism.

Possessing all of the attributes of the Structure Formula, Matisse Flow Acrlyic Paint has a thinner viscocity, giving a fine flow with a low-sheen finish.

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paints are available in 75ml, 500ml and 1 Litre sizes.

 

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paints 500ml

FROM $38.55

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paint is highly suited to mural work, acrylic canvas painting, theatre backdrops, geometrics, air-brushing and photo realism.

Possessing all of the attributes of the Structure Formula, Matisse Flow Acrlyic Paint has a thinner viscocity, giving a fine flow with a low-sheen finish.

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paints are available in 75ml, 500ml and 1 Litre sizes.

 

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Matisse Flow Acrylic Paints 75ml

FROM $9.80

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paint is highly suited to mural work, acrylic canvas painting, theatre backdrops, geometrics, air-brushing and photo realism.

Possessing all of the attributes of the Structure Formula, Matisse Flow Acrlyic Paint has a thinner viscocity, giving a fine flow with a low-sheen finish.

Matisse Flow Acrylic Paints are available in 75ml, 500ml and 1 Litre sizes.

 

Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paints 135ml

FROM $15.80

Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paint is highly pigmented and is compatible with Matisse Structure and Matisse Flow formula paints. With a rating of ASTM I or II, Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paints have very good to excellent lightfastness.

Due to its high pigments, Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paints appears dark with the first application, but can be spread easily to reveal colour graduation. Watercolour effects can be achieved but with the permanence of acrylic paint.

Matisse Professional Fluid Acrylic Paints are available in 36ml and 135ml

 

Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paints 36ml

FROM $6.75

Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paint is highly pigmented and is compatible with Matisse Structure and Matisse Flow formula paints. With a rating of ASTM I or II, Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paints have very good to excellent lightfastness.

Due to its high pigments, Matisse Fluid Acrylic Paints appears dark with the first application, but can be spread easily to reveal colour graduation. Watercolour effects can be achieved but with the permanence of acrylic paint.

Matisse Professional Fluid Acrylic Paints are available in 36ml and 135ml.

 

Matisse Gel Mediums

FROM $21.40

Matisse Gel Mediums are able to produce a wide range of effects when intermixed with other mediums and acrylic colours. Specifically formulated to be thick & buttery, whilst remaining full transparent, Matisse Gel Mediums are high versatile - able to act as a clear transparent colour extender and also as an impasto for 3D extrapolations & multi-layer work.

 

Matisse Impasto

FROM $20.00

Matisse Impasto is a full-bodied texture paste and modelling compound, free of colour pigmentation. Although Matisse Impasto is not fully transparent when dry, there is very little visual colour-loss when mixing and the richness will not be altered in any substantial way.

Drying to a low, subdued sheen and with a very open matrix, Matisse Impasto has the major benefit of allowing all the water to evaporate while losing less volume on drying.

 

Matisse Iridescent Medium 250ml

NOW $25.50

Matisse Iridescent Medium is based on pure iridescent pigment, containing no fillers or titanium dioxide. Mixable in any proportion, the artist is in control of the intensity and richness of the metallic sheen. Matisse Iridescent Medium looks great over a black background.

 

Matisse Low Viscosity Gesso

FROM $24.45

Matisse Low Viscosity Gesso is a softer, creamier alternative to the Matisse White Gesso range. While still posessing the bright white colour, soft tooth and flat finish, Matisse Low Viscosity Gesso is easier to brush out and manipulate.

 

Matisse Mat Gel Mediums

FROM $21.40

Matisse Gel Mediums are able to produce a wide range of effects when intermixed with other mediums and acrylic colours. Specifically formulated to be thick & buttery, whilst remaining full transparent, Matisse Gel Mediums are high versatile - able to act as a clear transparent colour extender and also as an impasto for 3D extrapolations & multi-layer work.

 

Matisse Matt Medium

FROM $20.00

Matisse Matt Medium will, when intermixed, reduce the sheen of acrylic colours to look more like tempera or gouache. Mostly beneficial when used in large areas of colour, Matisse Matt Mediums help to eliminate side sheen and the unfavourable appearance of accidental brush strokes.

 

Matisse Open Medium 250ml

NOW $21.40

Matisse Open Medium can be mixed with acrylic colours to prolong drying time, while still maintaining the paint's consistency. Best suited for outdoor painting, particularly in hot weather, Matisse Open Medium gives the paint a smooth & buttery handling with a glowing satin finish.

 

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnishes

FROM $21.40

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnishes serve as a finishing varnish or are freely intermixable with acrylic colours and mediums to achieve varying degrees of water resistance and flow. Use over dried, well-cured acrylic paints.

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnish - Gloss

  • Increases gloss & flow
  • Produces a strong, protective, tack-free, clear film
  • Effect resembles oil paint or shiny enamel

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnish - Matt

  • Use when a flat, matt or very low sheen is required
  • Suitable as protective coating over large works exposed to damage & paintings for floodlit photographic reproduction

Matisse Polymer Water-Based Varnish - Satin

  • Satin or mid-level sheen
 

Matisse Polyurethane Water-Based Gloss Varnishes 250ml

NOW $30.00

Matisse Polyurethane Water-Based Gloss Varnishes is a very popular varnish used in folk art techniques, providing a clear, high gloss non-yellowing finish.

 

Matisse Polyurethane Water-Based Satin Varnishes

FROM $30.00

Matisse Polyurethane Water-Based Varnishes provide a clear, non-yellowing and hard-wearing finish for all hard surfaces painted with acrylic colours. Quick-drying and flexible, Matisse Polyurethane Water-Based Varnishes are water & heat resistant, making them a very popular varnish used in folk art techniques.

 

Matisse Print Paste 1L

NOW $52.95

Screen printing on paper? Mix Matisse Print Paste with acrylic colours to extend the drying time of the paint in the screen.

 

Matisse Retarder Medium 250ml

NOW $20.00

Matisse Retarder Medium slows the drying time of acrylic paints.

 

Matisse Spreader

FROM $20.00

Matisse Spreader is a transparent, flowing paste which is hardly discernible when dry. Imparting fine flow, controlled spreadability & lubrication, Matisse Spreader is primarily used for glazing and spreading large volumes of colour.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint 10 x 75ml Set Australian Colours

NOW $108.80

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint Intro Set contains 10 x 75ml tubes: Australian Sienna, Australian Sky Blue, Southern Ocean Blue, Australian Sap Green, Australian Olive Green, Australian Red Violet, Australian Yellow Green, Red Oxide, Matisse Medium 75ml MM2 Impasto and Matisse Medium 75ml MM4 Gel Medium.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range has the highest lightfastness rating and is archival quality, allowing you to create pieces that will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint 10 x 75ml Set Landscape Colours

NOW $106.70

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint Landscape Set contains 10 x 75ml tubes: Australian Olive Green, Australian Sienna, Burnt Umber, Hooker's Green, Phthalo Blue, Red Oxide, Titanium White, Yellow Oxide, Matisse Medium 75ml MM2 Impasto Medium and Matisse Medium 75ml MM4 Gel Medium.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint 10 x 75ml Set Portrait Colours

NOW $106.70

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint Portrait Set contains 10 x 75ml tubes: Titanium White, Ultramarine Blue, Yellow Oxide, Skin Tone Mid, Phthalo Green, Matisse Red Light, Skin Tone Light, Skin Tone Deep, Matisse Medium 75ml MM2 Impasto and Matisse Medium 75ml MM4 Gel Medium.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint 10 x 75ml Set Primary Colours

NOW $106.70

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint Primary Colours Set contains 10 x 75ml tubes: Titanium White, Mars Black, Phthalo Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Yellow Light Hansa, Yellow Deep, Matisse Red Light, Brilliant Alizarin (Crimson), Matisse Medium 75ml MM2 Impasto and Matisse Medium 75ml MM4 Gel Medium

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint 10 x 75ml Set Seascape Colours

NOW $106.70

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint Seascapes Set contains 10 x 75ml tubes: Brilliant Alizarin (Crimson), Phthalo Blue, Prussian Blue, Yellow Oxide, Phthalo Green, Southern Ocean Blue, Ultramarine Blue, Naples Yellow Light, Matisse Medium 75ml MM2 Impasto and Matisse Medium 75ml MM4 Gel.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint 5 x 75ml Set

NOW $62.05

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint Intro Set contains 5 x 75ml tubes: Titanium White, Yellow Mid Azo, Phthalo Blue, Matisse Red Light and Matisse Medium 75ml MM4 Gel Medium.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints 1 Litre

ONLY $58.65

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints are available in 75ml, 250ml, 500ml and 1 Litre sizes.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints 250ml

FROM $20.40

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints are available in 75ml, 250ml, 500ml and 1 Litre sizes.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints 500ml

FROM $35.70

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints 500ml utilise the finest quality pigments and ingredients, producing a full spectrum of intense colours.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations. These high-quality, heavy-bodied acrylics deliver rich, vibrant colours and a thick, buttery texture, ideal for creating textured effects and impasto techniques.

Matisse Structure Acrylics offer excellent coverage and dry to a durable satin finish. The high pigment concentration ensures long-lasting, intense colours that maintain their brilliance. Versatile and reliable, these paints adhere well to various surfaces such as canvas, wood, and paper.

Available in a wide range of colours, Matisse Structure Acrylics enable you to achieve both subtle shades and bold, dramatic effects. The paints blend easily while retaining their texture, allowing you to create detailed and expressive works of art.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints are available in 75ml, 250ml, 500ml and 1 Litre sizes.

 

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints 75ml

FROM $9.80

Experience the professional quality and vibrant colour of Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints 75ml, designed for artists who demand excellence. These heavy-bodied acrylics offer rich pigmentation and a thick, buttery consistency, perfect for impasto techniques and textured brushwork.

Matisse Structure Acrylics provide exceptional coverage and dry to a durable, satin finish. Their high pigment load ensures intense, long-lasting colours that remain vivid over time. These paints are versatile, adhering beautifully to a variety of surfaces including canvas, wood, and paper.

Available in an extensive range of colours, Matisse Structure Acrylics allow you to achieve both subtle nuances and bold statements in your artwork. The paints are easy to blend and retain their texture, enabling you to create intricate details and expressive strokes with ease.

The entire Matisse Structure Acrylic Paint range have the highest lightfastness rating and are archival quality, allowing you to create pieces which will survive for generations.

Ideal for application with a brush for traditional effects or a palette knife.

Matisse Structure Acrylic Paints are available in 75ml, 250ml, 500ml and 1 Litre sizes.

 

Matisse Surface Tension Breaker 250ml

NOW $20.00

Matisse Surface Tension Breaker is used to disperse & break-down the surface tension, by increasing the flow properties, of acrylic paints. Matisse Surface Tension Breaker is ideal for stain-painting and water-wash applications.

 

Matisse Transparent Gesso (Pastel Primer)

FROM $20.00

Matisse Transparent Gesso (Pastel Primer) is a transparent & flexible primer for canvas, board or paper. Specifically formulated for use with the Matisse Background Colours range, the Matisse Transparent Gesso (Pastel Primer) will give your coloured primer extra "tooth" for painting. The result is a brilliant surface able to hold pastels and oil pastels.

 

Matisse Turps-Based Varnishes

FROM $25.50

Matisse Turps-Based Varnishes are ideal for use in retouching or restoring artwork. Producing a hard, non-yellowing and protective coating, Matisse Turps-Based Varnishes are quick drying and give your painting that final "glow." With Matisse Turps-Based Varnishes, a painting may be complertely cleaned and re-varnished without affecting the paint.

 

Matisse White Gesso

FROM $24.45

Matisse White Gesso is a permanent & flexible primer for canvas, board or paper. An intense white ground with excellent tooth, Matisse White Gesso creates a surface suitable for both acrylic and oil paints.