Atelier is one of Australia's most respected names in professional acrylic paint, and once you've used it, you'll understand why. Developed here in Australia by Chroma, the Atelier system was built around a single idea: give artists real control. Not just over colour, not just over consistency, but over time itself.
The range comes in two distinct formulations, each with its own personality. Atelier Interactive is a heavy body professional acrylic with a buttery, rich consistency and a patented formula that lets you reactivate the paint even after it has dried on the canvas. Mist it, use the Unlocking Formula, and suddenly the paint is workable again. It is the blending freedom of oils with the fast-drying convenience of acrylics. Atelier Free Flow is a fluid acrylic with maximum pigment load and a wonderfully liquid consistency that glides from the brush with almost no dilution needed. It is one of the most vivid fluid acrylics in the world, and it dries to a beautiful velvet matte finish that practically glows.
Both ranges are highly pigmented, lightfast and archival. Both work with the full system of acrylic mediums stocked at Art Shed. And both are available right here with same day dispatch and expert advice when you need it. Browse the full Atelier brand range including mediums, sets and accessories.
Whether you are a professional painter who wants total control over your process, or an artist who has always felt like acrylics dry too fast to be truly enjoyable, Atelier is the answer. Not sure which acrylic paint is right for you? Our guide to how to choose your acrylic paint breaks it all down, and our acrylic paint brand comparison covers Atelier alongside every other major brand we stock.
Shop Atelier by Range
Atelier Interactive 80ml -- The classic tube size. Perfect for trying new colours, detailed work and everyday studio painting.
Atelier Interactive 250ml -- Studio-sized jars for artists who paint seriously and go through paint quickly.
Atelier Free Flow 60ml -- The ideal entry point into Free Flow. Try the colours, explore the consistency, take it anywhere.
Atelier Free Flow 250ml -- Studio size for fluid painting, pouring and mixed media work at scale.
Atelier Free Flow 500ml -- Half a litre of the world's most vivid fluid acrylic. Built for large-scale work, workshops and serious volume.
Atelier Acrylic Paint -- Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Atelier Interactive and Atelier Free Flow?
Atelier Interactive is a heavy body paint with a thick, buttery consistency. It holds brushstrokes and palette knife marks, and its signature feature is that it can be reactivated after drying, giving artists extended blending time. Atelier Free Flow is a fluid acrylic with a much thinner, flowing consistency. It requires little to no dilution and is ideal for washes, glazing, fluid pouring, fine detail work and mixed media. Many artists use both in the same painting for contrast in texture and application. For a full breakdown of how Atelier compares to other acrylic brands, read our acrylic paint brand guide.
Is Atelier acrylic paint made in Australia?
Yes. Atelier paints are developed and manufactured in Australia by Chroma, making them one of the few genuinely Australian-made professional acrylic ranges available. This is a point of real pride for Australian artists who want to support local.
Is Atelier good for beginners?
Atelier Interactive is actually an excellent choice for artists who have struggled with acrylics drying too fast, which is one of the most common frustrations for beginners. The extended working time makes it far more forgiving than standard acrylics. Atelier Free Flow's fluid consistency also makes it accessible for anyone exploring washes, pouring or fluid techniques. For general beginner questions about acrylics, our Acrylic Painting FAQs is a great starting point. That said, both Atelier ranges are professional quality and used seriously by working artists.
Can Atelier Interactive and Free Flow be used together?
Yes, and it is a technique many artists love. Using Free Flow for transparent glazes and fine detail alongside Interactive for textured, impasto areas creates genuine contrast in both texture and finish within the same painting. For more on acrylic techniques including impasto, glazing and pouring, see our acrylic painting techniques guide.
What mediums work with Atelier paint?
Atelier paints are designed to work with the full Atelier mediums system, which includes unlocking formula, glazing mediums, texture gels and more. These let you dial in exactly the consistency and drying behaviour your technique demands. Browse our full range of acrylic mediums to find the right companion for your Atelier paint.
Is Atelier Free Flow good for acrylic pouring?
Yes -- it is one of the best options available for acrylic pouring in Australia. The high pigment load ensures colours stay vivid even when mixed with pouring mediums, and the naturally fluid consistency means you need less medium than with thicker paints. For tips on getting the best results from poured work, read our guide on how to avoid muddy colours in your acrylic pour.