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Matisse by Derivan Acrylic Paints & Mediums NZ

Discover professional-quality acrylic paints, mediums, inks, and artist sets from Matisse by Derivan at The Ribbon Rose, New Zealand’s trusted destination for premium art supplies. Whether you're a beginner exploring acrylic painting or a professional artist building layered, archival-quality works, Matisse delivers exceptional pigment strength, colour vibrancy, and versatility across every surface and technique.

We stock the full Matisse acrylic system, including Structure Formula, Flow Formula, Fluid Acrylics, Matisse Mediums, Background Colours, Inks, and curated paint sets for artists at every level.

Matisse acrylics are proudly made in Australia and are recognised worldwide for their archival quality, high lightfastness, and innovative acrylic technology.

Why Artists Choose Matisse Acrylic Paints

Matisse by Derivan has become one of the most respected acrylic paint brands among contemporary artists across Australia and New Zealand. The range is known for:

• Professional artist-grade pigments
• Exceptional colour intensity
• ASTM lightfastness ratings
• Smooth handling and superior coverage
• Full compatibility across paints and mediums
• Innovative Australian-made acrylic technology
• Extensive range of mediums and texture products

Unlike many acrylic brands that limit artists to one consistency, Matisse offers a complete interconnected acrylic painting system designed for maximum creative freedom.

Explore the Matisse Acrylic Paint Range

Matisse Structure Formula Acrylic Paint

The iconic Matisse Structure Formula is a rich heavy-body acrylic paint designed for artists who love texture, brush marks, and palette knife work.

Ideal for:

• Impasto techniques
• Expressive brushwork
• Layered paintings
• Textural contemporary art
• Mixed media applications

Structure Formula paints hold their shape beautifully while maintaining intense colour saturation and professional archival performance. Available in an extensive colour range, including uniquely Australian-inspired pigments.

Popular Uses

• Canvas painting
• Fine art commissions
• Abstract art
• Texture building with modelling pastes
• Palette knife painting

Matisse Flow Formula Acrylic Paint

Matisse Flow Formula offers the same professional pigments as Structure Formula in a smooth flowing consistency.

Perfect for:

• Fine detail work
• Flat colour applications
• Glazing
• Illustration
• Airbrushing
• Contemporary design techniques

Flow Formula provides excellent levelling with minimal brush marks while remaining fully compatible with Structure paints and Matisse mediums.

Matisse Fluid Acrylics

For artists wanting ultra-fluid, highly pigmented acrylics, Matisse Fluid Acrylics deliver exceptional intensity in a pourable consistency.

Ideal for:

• Acrylic pouring
• Fluid art
• Fine line work
• Drip techniques
• Mixed media
• Airbrush applications

These acrylics maintain strong pigment loads while offering effortless flow and smooth application.

Matisse Acrylic Mediums

One of the standout features of the Matisse system is its huge range of professional acrylic mediums. Matisse Mediums are designed to transform paint behaviour, texture, drying time, gloss level, transparency, and application methods.

Popular Matisse Mediums Include:

• Impasto Medium
• Gel Medium
• Polymer Gloss Varnish
• Surface Tension Breaker
• Open Medium
• Drying Retarder
• Transparent Gesso
• Modelling Paste
• Acrylic Mediums for glazing and texture

Artists can create everything from thick sculptural textures to delicate transparent washes using the same paint system.

Matisse Background Colours

Matisse Background Colours are premium acrylic primers and grounds designed to prepare surfaces for painting.

These are ideal for:

• Canvas preparation
• Coloured grounds
• Mixed media work
• Creating texture and tooth
• Underpainting techniques

They can also be combined with Transparent Gesso and other mediums for customised painting surfaces.

Matisse Acrylic Inks

Matisse Inks combine intense pigmentation with fluid acrylic technology for highly versatile creative applications.

Perfect for:

• Calligraphy
• Airbrushing
• Technical drawing
• Watercolour effects
• Pen and wash
• Pouring techniques

Matisse Inks are fully compatible with the broader Matisse acrylic range, making them ideal for layered mixed media artwork.

Matisse Paint Sets & Medium Sets

Looking for the perfect starter set or gift for an artist?

Matisse sets are carefully curated collections featuring professional colours and mediums selected for colour theory, artistic styles, and creative experimentation.

Popular options include:

• Fundamental colour sets
• Signature artist collections
• Acrylic medium starter kits
• Introductory heavy body acrylic sets

These sets are ideal for:

• Beginner artists
• Art students
• Professional painters
• Creative workshops
• Artist gifts

Professional Acrylic Paints for New Zealand Artists

At The Ribbon Rose, we proudly supply the full Matisse by Derivan range throughout New Zealand. Whether you're painting in oils, acrylics, mixed media, abstract, realism, illustration, or contemporary art styles, Matisse offers professional-grade performance trusted by artists worldwide.

We supply:

• Individual acrylic paint colours
• Large-format paint sizes
• Mediums and varnishes
• Acrylic inks
• Gesso and grounds
• Artist sets
• Professional painting accessories

Why Buy Matisse Acrylic Paints from The Ribbon Rose?
When you shop with The Ribbon Rose NZ, you get:

• Fast New Zealand shipping
• Trusted NZ-owned art supply store
• Full Matisse product range
• Competitive pricing
• Expert customer support
• Genuine professional artist materials

We’re passionate about helping artists access world-class materials that support creativity, experimentation, and long-lasting professional results.

Shop Matisse by Derivan Online in New Zealand Today

Explore the full range of Matisse acrylic paints, mediums, inks, and artist sets online at The Ribbon Rose and experience one of the world’s most versatile professional acrylic painting systems.

From heavy-body impasto painting to fluid contemporary techniques, Matisse gives artists complete creative control with uncompromising quality.