Discovery

Your "let's just give this a crack" canvas. Affordable, pre-primed, 18mm frame. Perfect for beginners, kids and testing techniques without the guilt.

Signature Single Thick (18mm)

The workhorse. Pre-primed cotton, sits in standard frames, available in the widest size range. The canvas most artists reach for without thinking twice.

Signature Double Thick (38mm)

Same cotton quality, deeper 38mm frame. Hang it straight on the wall with no framing required. Makes any painting look like it belongs in a gallery. Even the abstract one you did at 11pm.

Professional Single Thick (18mm)

Heavier 380gsm cotton, kiln-dried frames, double-stapled. For when you mean business. Stays tight, stays stable, goes the distance.

Professional Double Thick (38mm)

The full package. 380gsm cotton, kiln-dried frame, 38mm gallery edge. The go-to for exhibited work, serious studio painters and anyone who's tired of canvases that sag.

Artiste Linen (38mm) ★ Art Shed Exclusive

450gsm Indian linen, diamond-braced frames, gallery-folded corners. Available exclusively at Art Shed. The surface professional oil painters have been asking for -- and the one you won't find anywhere else.

Irregular Shaped

Round, oval, heart. For when a rectangle just isn't going to cut it. Perfect for decorative pieces, gifts and anyone who likes to keep people guessing.

★ Art Shed Exclusive -- Not Available Anywhere Else

Mont Marte Artiste Linen Canvas (38mm)

10 x 10cm -- 20 x 25cm

Mini and small studies. Gift pieces, practice sessions, building a series. Great for detailed work where every centimetre counts.

30 x 30cm -- 40 x 50cm

The sweet spot. Most popular sizes for everyday painting. Large enough to work comfortably, small enough to fit in the car. The 30x40 is a classic for good reason.

50 x 60cm -- 60 x 90cm

Mid to large format. Expressive brushwork, portraiture and pieces that actually command attention on a wall. Portrait painters love this range for full-face work.

90 x 90cm and above

Statement scale. Make sure your easel can take it before you order (we sell those too). Works at this size stop conversations. Make sure yours does something worth stopping for.

What is the difference between single thick and double thick canvas?

Single thick has an 18mm deep frame -- it sits closer to the wall and fits standard picture frames. Double thick has a 38mm deep frame that gives a clean gallery-edge look you can hang without framing. If you're selling work or displaying unframed, double thick is the one.

What is the difference between Signature and Professional canvas?

Signature uses lighter cotton and is ideal for everyday painting, students and beginners. Professional uses 380gsm cotton with kiln-dried frames and double-stapling for a more stable, archival surface. If you are painting seriously or for sale, Professional is worth the step up. Read the full Mont Marte canvas comparison guide.

What is the most popular Mont Marte canvas size?

The 30x40cm Signature Single Thick is consistently the best-selling canvas size at Art Shed. Large enough to work comfortably, easy to store and frame, suits acrylics, oils and mixed media. A reliable classic.

Why is the Artiste Linen only available at Art Shed?

As an official Mont Marte Partner Store -- the highest level of authorisation in Australia -- Art Shed has access to exclusive products not available through other retailers. The Artiste Linen Canvas is one of them. 450gsm Indian linen, diamond-braced frames, gallery corners. Nine sizes. Only here.

Can I use Mont Marte canvas for oil paint?

Yes -- all Mont Marte stretched canvases are triple-primed and suitable for both acrylics and oils. For serious oil work, the Professional range or Artiste Linen is recommended for greater longevity and stability under oil-rich layers.

What size canvas is best for beginners?

The 30x30cm or 30x40cm Discovery or Signature Single Thick is a great starting point. Big enough to work on freely, small enough to not feel like a terrifying commitment. And affordable enough that a wonky first attempt isn't a crisis.