Artist's Loft Acrylic Paint Set 36-Colour Value Pack — 12 mL Tubes with Metallics, Smooth Coverage

The Artist's Loft MICHAELS 36 Colour Acrylic Paint Value Pack is a complete set of 36 highly pigmented 12 mL acrylics designed for mixing, layering, and everyday painting across paper, canvas, wood and more.

If you want a single, affordable kit that covers a wide colour spectrum for school projects, practice sessions, or finished pieces, this value pack delivers. The set contains pure primaries, earth tones, and a selection of metallics so you can experiment with colour mixing, highlights, and special effects without buying separate tubes. Each tube holds 0.4 fl. oz. (12 mL) of acrylic paint formulated for smooth application and reliable coverage, and the paints conform to ASTM D-423.

What colours are included and how versatile is the palette?

This collection includes 36 named colours covering whites, yellows, reds, greens, blues, purples, browns, greys, blacks, and six metallic shades—enough to create countless blends and value shifts. You can build neutral mixes, vivid primaries for graphic work, or subtle washes by thinning with medium.

• 36 distinct shades: Titanium White through Bronze.
• Multiple greens and blues for landscapes and skies.
• Metallics (Gold, Silver, Copper, etc.) for accents.
• Earth tones and neutrals (Burnt Sienna, Payne's Grey, Lamp Black).

How do these paints perform on different surfaces?

Artist's Loft acrylics are formulated for good adhesion on typical art surfaces when used properly. They work well on canvas, stretched or board, acrylic paper, primed wood panels, and mixed-media surfaces; for nonporous materials, use a suitable primer or surface prep for best results.

• Smooth consistency for even brushstrokes and blending.
• Good coverage from thin glazes to opaque layers.
• Quick drying; layerable without long wait times.
• Conforms to ASTM D-423 for labeling and safety information.

How can beginners and hobbyists get the most from this set?

Start by laying out swatches to learn each hue and its mixing behavior, then create a small colour chart pairing primaries and complementary tones. Use the metallics sparingly for highlights, and thin paints with a glazing medium or water for washes; experiment on scrap paper before committing to a final piece.

• Create a swatch card with pigment names to track mixes.
• Mix small test batches to find preferred tints and shades.
• Layer from thin to thick—use water or medium for glazes.
• Clean brushes immediately to prolong bristle life.

Who is this for? This 36-colour value pack from Artist's Loft is aimed at students, hobby painters, and emerging artists who need an affordable, ready-to-use assortment of acrylic colours. It’s suitable for classroom use, portfolio practice, craft projects, and creative play—anyone who wants a broad, mixed palette without purchasing individual tubes. While ideal for learning and general artwork, professional artists may also use these tubes for studies, underpaintings, or colour exploration alongside higher-end pigments.