The lineup
"In the 40+ years since our
founding, our humble colorhouse has moved five times. Along the way, it
has grown to take on new colors and create materials that are safer and
more permanent. Every building has a special place in our hearts and to
this day, they still have paint-splattered floors.
As a tribute to
the journey of our colorhouse, each Studio Knife is named after a
street in Portland that Gamblin called home. Well, almost every knife.
“The Robert” is a nod to our Founder, Robert Gamblin. This specialty
slim blade earned a place in his studio and holds the title of his
favorite painting knife. Together, this collection of Studio Knives
offers what most painters need.
We understand that contemporary artists approach practices in painting from many angles, and that is why we chose to create a collection of blades that offer versatility in its array of shapes and sizes.
From mixing to mark–making each knife was made to move paint and designed to deliver a responsive feel that the artist can sense and react to. From delicately placed dollops to downright dashing swaths of paint, the blades are shaped to maneuver through multiple modes of making and accommodate a wide range of applications.
Whether you’re an accomplished painter or you’ve just begun your creative journey, these are professional grade painting instruments, built to last, and ready to handle whatever strokes of genius you have in mind.
As human beings we feel compelled to communicate, to make marks, and to share what inspires us.
Tools are meant to make life easier, helping us to evolve, express, and engage with our world.
We hope our painting tools help serve your creative expression and contribute to your growth as artists and creative human beings."