DANIEL SMITH Artists’ Materials

With a background in design, Alison Pinto is drawn to the textures and details found in both the extraordinary and the everyday elements of nature. Yet her work goes beyond what is visible at first glance, it is rooted in the emotional connection she feels with her subjects. Alison believes that art is a deeply personal experience, and she allows her paintings to speak on her...

With a background in design, Alison Pinto is drawn to the textures and details found in both the extraordinary and the everyday elements of nature. Yet her work goes beyond what is visible at first glance, it is rooted in the emotional connection she feels with her subjects. Alison believes that art is a deeply personal experience, and she allows her paintings to speak on her...

When I was a young child, I had painting in watercolor dreams. As life would have it, academics took over. I didn’t start actually painting until I retired 25 years ago— never too late! As life would have it, my husband got cancer. The good news: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center saved his life and I have done many sketches and paintings at the Hutch clinic— saved my san...

If you’ve shopped at DANIEL SMITH stores in Seattle or Bellevue over the past 20 years, Thom Wright is a familiar face. He served as Stores Director and managed classes, workshops, and special events. For many years, Thom also taught classes and workshops in our stores.

He is excited to spend time with artists at

“When painting in watercolor, I enjoy integrating ink tones to enhance the depth and layers of my work. The unique granulation effects of DANIEL SMITH watercolors blend perfectly with the rhythmic essence of traditional ink, creating entirely new and captivating colors. Because of these distinct product characteristics, I feel empowered to be more bold and expressive, pus...