ARTISTRO Metallic Markers
ARTISTRO - Metallic Acrylic Paint Markers - 36 Set
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Type: Acrylic paint markers (water-based)
Tips/Nibs: Dual tips – Brush (1-5mm) + Fine (1mm)
Set Size: 36 metallic colors
Purchase Info: Amazon | Purchased: Dec 2025 | Price: $22.99 USD
Official Product Highlights
- Brush + Fine Dual Tips: Each marker features a flexible 1-5mm brush tip for calligraphy and variable line widths, plus a 1mm fine tip for details and precise work
- Opaque, One-Coat Coverage: High-quality acrylic paint dries opaque in a single layer—no need for second coats or multiple passes
- Pre-Activated & Ready to Use: Unlike push-down markers that require pumping, these have pre-activated cotton nibs. Shake well and start creating immediately
- Multi-Surface Versatility: Works beautifully on paper, wood, rock, glass, canvas, ceramic, fabric, and most other surfaces
- Metallic Finish: 36 shimmering metallic colors add brilliance and shine to any project, from art journaling to DIY crafts
- Non-Toxic: Conforms to ASTM D-4236 standards, safe for artists of all ages
- Gift-Ready Packaging: Beautiful art set presentation makes it an easy gift for art-lovers, beginners, or pros
Additional Specs
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Consistency | Fluid acrylic paint, water-based |
| Finish | Opaque, metallic sheen |
| Drying Time | Fast-drying (acrylic) |
| Water Resistance | Water-resistant once fully dry |
| Pigment Type | Acrylic polymer + metallic pigments |
| Lightfastness | Not specified |
| Intermixability | Can layer and blend while wet; mix colors by overlapping |
| Non-clogging | Pre-activated nibs, no pumping required |
Art Technique Note: For best results on non-porous surfaces like glass or ceramic, allow the first layer to dry completely before adding additional layers. Shake markers well before each use with the cap on to mix the metallic pigments. Clean nibs regularly with a damp cloth to prevent clogging.
Color Gallery
Ohuhu Double-Sided Marker Paper
(Paper Discontinued)
Strathmore Toned Tan Mixed Media
Strathmore Toned Gray Mixed Media
Strathmore Toned Blue Mixed Media
Strathmore Black Mixed Media Paper
Overall Strengths & Weaknesses
Rating: 3.9 ★★★★☆
What works well
- They are definitely metallic. Very shiny.
- Works like standard acrylic markers.
What doesn't
- Some metallic colors are more or less metallic than others. Inconsistent.
- Some of the colors are too similar.
Tips
- The darker the paper, the more shine you get, the less color differentiation.