Markers, Pens and Inks Sale - Up to 35% Off the Good Stuff
If you draw, letter, illustrate or work across mixed media, this is one of the strongest categories in the EOFYS sale.
Over 230 products, including paint markers, alcohol markers, fineliners, drawing inks and alcohol inks. New Kent Urban individual colours have landed specifically for the sale, so you can finally pick the colours you actually want.
What's included
Posca Paint Pens
Water-based paint pens with strong opacity and wide surface compatibility. Use them on canvas, wood, paper, glass and more. Available in popular 2.5mm sets across multiple colour ranges.
Kent Urban Acrylic Paint Markers
A high-value acrylic paint marker range with individual colours available in 3mm and 6mm nib sizes. Build your own palette instead of buying sets with colours you won't use. Great for street art, illustration, mixed media and surface-based work.
Mont Marte Alcohol Markers
Smooth, blendable colour designed for illustration, manga, design and flat colour work. A cost-effective way to build a full alcohol marker palette without needing a second mortgage.
Mont Marte Paint Pens
A versatile paint pen range that works across canvas, wood, glass, ceramic, stone and more. Good for craft, decorative work, mixed media projects and general mark-making.
Couture Creations Alcohol Ink
Highly pigmented, fast-drying ink for non-porous surfaces such as yupo paper, glass, ceramic, metal and resin. Known for fluid effects, abstract artwork and mixed media chaos, the good kind.
Mont Marte Drawing and Acrylic Ink Sets
Fluid ink for illustration and mixed media. Drawing ink sets include a glass pen, while acrylic inks provide permanent, highly pigmented colour once dry.
Mont Marte Fineliners
Consistent line work for illustration, technical drawing, lettering and detail. A reliable set for controlled, precise lines.
Not sure which marker is right for you?
- Painting on surfaces - use Posca or Kent Urban paint markers
- Illustration and blending - alcohol markers are the best choice
- Fluid abstract effects - use alcohol ink on non-porous surfaces
- Line work and illustration - use drawing inks or fineliners
- Lettering and detail - grab fineliners or smaller nib paint markers
For detailed outlines and technical work, pair your markers with fineliners and technical pens.
Pair it with the right surface
Markers and inks behave differently depending on what you use them on. The right surface makes a noticeable difference to blending, colour control, opacity and finish.
Shop marker paper and pads or browse canvas for paint pens and mixed media work.
Give your markers something worth drawing on
Markers perform best on the right surface. Bleed-resistant paper and sketchbooks make a big difference to blending, line control and colour payoff.
Shop sketchbooks or browse drawing paper while EOFYS is on.
Want full coverage beyond markers?
Paint markers are brilliant for controlled marks and surface work. If you want bigger coverage, backgrounds or full painted areas, it may be worth adding acrylic paint too.
Shop acrylic paint on sale while you're building your marker kit.
New stock for EOFYS. Don't wait on this.
The Kent Urban individual colours were brought in specifically for this sale. Once they sell through, they will not be available at these prices.
If you've been building a set or missing colours, now is the time to fix it.
Don't overthink it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between paint markers and alcohol markers?
Paint markers contain opaque paint, usually acrylic-based, and can be used on most surfaces including canvas, wood, glass, ceramic and paper. Alcohol markers use dye-based ink that blends smoothly but is transparent rather than opaque. Paint markers are better for surface coverage, while alcohol markers are better for blending, illustration and design work.
What are the best markers for drawing and illustration?
Alcohol markers are commonly used for drawing and illustration because they blend smoothly and create even colour. Fineliners are useful for outlines, detail and technical line work. Many artists use alcohol markers and fineliners together for a complete illustration workflow.
Are paint pens good for mixed media?
Yes. Paint pens are excellent for mixed media because they work over many surfaces and materials. They can be used on paper, canvas, wood, stone, glass, ceramic and painted backgrounds, making them useful for layering, detail, lettering and decorative work.
Are Posca paint pens permanent?
Posca pens are water-based and become highly durable once dry, especially on porous surfaces like paper, canvas and wood. On non-porous surfaces such as glass or ceramic, Posca can be removed before sealing. For long-term durability, finished work can be sealed with an appropriate varnish or sealant.
What surfaces can I use alcohol ink on?
Alcohol ink works best on non-porous surfaces such as Yupo paper, glass, ceramic, metal, sealed surfaces and resin. It does not perform well on absorbent surfaces like standard paper or canvas because the ink soaks in too quickly and loses its fluid effect.
What nib size should I choose for paint markers?
Larger nibs such as 6mm are better for filling areas, bold marks and bigger lettering. Smaller nibs such as 3mm are better for detail, outlines, controlled line work and smaller lettering. Many artists use both sizes so they can switch between coverage and precision.
Are marker sets or individual colours better?
Marker sets are a good starting point because they give you a balanced colour range straight away. Individual markers are better if you want to build a custom palette, replace favourite colours or avoid buying colours you will not use.
Do alcohol markers bleed through paper?
Yes, alcohol markers can bleed through standard paper because the ink is designed to flow and blend. Marker paper, bleed-resistant paper or heavier drawing pads are better options if you want cleaner results and less bleed-through.
Does Art Shed ship markers, pens and inks Australia-wide?
Yes. Art Shed ships markers, paint pens, alcohol markers, fineliners, inks and art supplies to all states and territories across Australia from our Moorabbin warehouse.