Deck the Halls Christmas Sale

Paint Brush Sets, Palettes and Artist Tools for Christmas

Every painter has that one brush. Frayed, crusty, much loved and well past retirement. Give them a fresh set. Shop brush sets, palettes, painting knives and artist tools on sale for Christmas, for acrylic, oil, watercolour and gouache.

It is the practical gift every painter secretly wants and almost never buys for themselves.

Brush Sets Palettes Painting Knives Watercolour Brushes Artist Tools

Art Shed. Family owned, artist run and backed by 15,000+ five star reviews. Genuine brands, shipped fast Australia wide. Tap Read More for our gift guide.

*Up to 70% off selected products across the Deck the Halls sale. While stocks last, exclusions may apply.

 

The Art Shed Christmas brush sale covers paint brush sets, palettes, painting knives and artist tools for every medium, with Deck the Halls savings on selected lines and fast delivery Australia wide. The right brush makes a bigger difference to a painting than most people expect, which is why a good brush set is one of the most useful gifts a painter can receive.

How to Choose a Brush or Tool Gift

  • Watercolour and gouache. Soft brushes with a fine point and good water holding, such as synthetic sable rounds.
  • Acrylic and oil. Firmer synthetic or hog bristle brushes that push thick paint around.
  • Texture lovers. A set of palette and painting knives for impasto and bold mark making.
  • The practical extras. A palette, a brush roll or holder and brush cleaner keep their kit in top shape.

★ Art Shed Staff Tip

Never leave brushes standing head down in the water jar. It bends the bristles for good. A brush roll or holder makes a thoughtful little add-on gift.

Shop brushes and tools from brands including Mont Marte, Winsor & Newton and Neef.

Why buy from Art Shed?

Family owned and artist run. Named Best Online Art Supplies Retailer Australia 2026 and backed by 15,000+ five star reviews. Genuine stock from authorised Australian suppliers, fast delivery Australia wide, and stores in Moorabbin and West End.

 

Questions About Brushes, Palettes & Painting Tools

What paint brush set should I buy for a beginner?

Choose a mixed set with rounds, flats and a filbert in a few sizes, made for the medium they use. Synthetic brushes are affordable, durable and work well across acrylic, watercolour and gouache.

What is the difference between synthetic and natural hair brushes?

Natural hair brushes, such as sable or hog, hold more paint and water and have a traditional feel. Modern synthetic brushes are more affordable, easier to clean, vegan friendly and perform brilliantly, especially with acrylics.

What are palette knives used for?

Palette knives mix paint on the palette and apply thick paint to the canvas for textured, impasto effects. Painting knives with shaped blades are designed specifically for applying paint.

How do I clean and care for paint brushes?

Rinse brushes during and straight after painting, wash gently with brush soap, reshape the bristles and dry them flat or head up. Never let paint dry in the brush.

Where can I buy artist paint brushes in Australia?

Art Shed Online is a family owned, artist run Australian art supplies retailer that ships brush sets, palettes and painting tools Australia wide, with stores in Moorabbin in Melbourne and West End in Brisbane. Everything is genuine stock from authorised Australian suppliers, never grey imports.