One of the UK's leading suppliers of professional art materials, craft supplies, design tools, and creative equipment supporting every creative project, from the first sketch to the finished masterpiece. www.cowlingandwilcox.com
Who We Serve
Whether you're a professional artist, illustrator, designer, student, hobbyist, or educator, Cowling & Wilcox offers an extensive range of high-quality products from trusted brands to support every creative project.
Professionals
Artists, illustrators, and designers who demand the finest materials for their practice.
Students & Educators
Reliable supplies for learning, teaching, and developing creative skills at every level.
Hobbyists
Quality materials for weekend creatives and passionate makers of all kinds.
Paints & Inks
Our paint selection covers every medium and skill level, from professional-grade acrylics and oils to student-friendly watercolours and gouache. We stock trusted brands offering vibrant pigments, excellent lightfastness, and reliable consistency whether you're working on fine art, illustration, or mixed media projects.
Acrylic & Oil Paints
Professional and student grades in a full spectrum of colours for canvas, board, and mixed media work.
Watercolour & Gouache
Transparent and opaque options for fine detail, washes, and illustration work on paper.
Inks, Markers & Brush Pens
Pigment markers, brush pens, and drawing inks for illustration, calligraphy, and graphic work.
Drawing & Sketching Materials
From graphite pencils and charcoal to coloured pencils and pastels, our drawing range covers every technique and surface. Whether you're sketching on the go or working on detailed finished pieces, we stock the tools that professionals and students rely on for precision, expression, and consistency.
Pencils & Graphite
A comprehensive range of graphite pencils, coloured pencils, and mechanical pencils for drawing, shading, and technical work across all skill levels.
Charcoal, Pastels & More
Charcoal sticks, compressed charcoal, soft and oil pastels, and chalks for expressive mark-making and fine art applications.
Sketchbooks & Paper
Quality sketchbooks and watercolour paper in various weights, textures, and formats to suit every drawing and painting style.
Studio Essentials & Surfaces
A well-equipped studio starts with the right foundations. Our range of canvases, boards, easels, brushes, and palettes gives you everything you need to set up and create whether you're working at home, in a shared studio, or on location.
Canvas & Boards
Stretched canvas, canvas boards, and panels in a variety of sizes and priming options for acrylic, oil, and mixed media painting.
Easels
Tabletop, studio, and portable easels designed for stability and ease of use across all painting styles and environments.
Brushes & Palettes
Synthetic and natural-hair brushes in every shape and size, plus mixing palettes and palette knives for colour work.
Storage & Studio Accessories
Organisers, drying racks, and studio accessories to keep your workspace tidy, efficient, and ready to create.
Craft, Sculpting & Specialist Materials
Beyond traditional fine art, Cowling & Wilcox stocks a wide range of craft, sculpting, and specialist materials. From modelling clay and printmaking supplies to airbrushing equipment and graphic drawing tools, we support every kind of creative practice — from beginners exploring new techniques to experienced makers working in specialist disciplines.
Modelling & Sculpting
Modelling clay and sculpting materials for three-dimensional work, from hand-building to detailed figurative sculpture.
Printmaking
Printmaking supplies including inks, blocks, and tools for relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
Crafting & Adhesives
Cutting tools, adhesives, and crafting essentials for mixed media, paper craft, and general creative projects.
Airbrushing & Technical Drawing
Airbrushing equipment, graphic drawing tools, and technical drawing supplies for precision and specialist work.
Art Sets & Gift Ideas
We stock a wide range of art sets and gift ideas for beginners through to professional creatives. Our curated sets combine quality materials from trusted brands, making them ideal for anyone starting out, developing their skills, or looking for a thoughtful gift for a creative person.
Whether you're buying for a student, a hobbyist, or a professional artist, our art sets offer excellent value and cover a variety of media from painting and drawing to calligraphy and craft. With thousands of products available, there's a set to suit every budget and creative interest.
Perfect For
Beginners exploring new media
Students needing a complete kit
Gift-giving for creative people
Professionals restocking essentials
Educators equipping classrooms
Why Choose Cowling & Wilcox
With thousands of products available online and in our retail stores, Cowling & Wilcox is committed to providing exceptional quality, competitive prices, expert advice, and outstanding customer service to help bring your creative ideas to life.
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Locations across London and Kent, plus a full online shop. 1000s
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Exceptional Quality
High-quality products from trusted brands, selected to meet the standards of professional and student creatives alike.
Products
An extensive range of art, craft, and design materials in stock.
Competitive Prices
Great value across our full range, making professional materials accessible to every budget.
Expert Advice & Customer Service
Knowledgeable staff and outstanding customer service to help you find the right materials for your project.
Our Store Locations
Cowling & Wilcox has five retail locations across London and Kent, as well as a comprehensive online shop. Visit us in store to browse our full range and speak with our expert team, or shop online for delivery across the UK.
Head Office — Aylesham, Kent
Unit 7a, CT3 Business Park, Cooting
Road, Aylesham, Kent, CT3 3DW
Shoreditch — East London
112 Shoreditch High Street, Shoreditch, London, E1 6JN
Highbury — North London
52A Holloway Road, Highbury, London, N7 8BW
Canterbury — Kent
37 St. George's Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2LE
Camberwell — South London
8–12 Orpheus Street, Camberwell, London, SE5 8RR
