Discover the Bold Texture of Matisse Structure Acrylics

If you're an artist who craves expressive texture and rich colour, Matisse Structure Acrylics might just be your new favourite paint. Made right here in Australia by Derivan, this heavy-body acrylic is known for its buttery consistency, high pigment load, and ability to hold dramatic brushstrokes and palette knife peaks with ease.

What makes Matisse structure stand out?

One of the most common questions we get asked is: "How do you make thick texture with acrylic paint?" or "How do you add thickness to acrylic paint?" Well, if you’re looking for a way to achieve thickness in your acrylic without impasto mediums, pastes, or additional techniques — Matisse Structure Acrylics are thick straight from the tube. No need to build up with gels or modify the paint — the creamy, ultra-thick consistency gives you immediate texture and bold impact on your canvas.

Loved by artists for its oil-like feel and fast-drying acrylic convenience, Matisse Structure is perfect for impasto techniques, textured abstracts, and anyone wanting bold, dimensional artwork. Whether you're creating thick ridges of paint with a palette knife or layering expressive strokes with a stiff brush, this paint holds its shape beautifully and dries to a durable satin to semi-gloss finish.

The range boasts excellent lightfastness (ASTM I or II), ensuring your work remains vibrant over time. Its ability to perform beautifully both straight from the tube and when thinned with water or mediums makes it incredibly versatile — suitable for both textured builds and thin, transparent layers. Matisse Structure also features some unique Australian hues like Australian Sienna and Blue Gum, making it a popular choice for artists wanting to capture the local landscape or bring something different to their palette.

Techniques You Can Try:

• Impasto – Apply thick paint with a palette knife to create sculptural effects.

• Dry Brush – Use a stiff, dry brush to drag paint across a surface, emphasizing texture.

• Sgraffito – Scratch into layers of wet paint to reveal the colours beneath.

• Glazing – Thin with mediums for translucent layers over textured work.

• Blending on Canvas – Thanks to its open time, blend colours directly on your surface.

• Palette Knife Mark-Making – Scoop, scrape, and spread paint to build dimension and energy.

Why Artists Love It:

• High pigment concentration for vibrant, long-lasting colour

• Thick straight from the bottle — no need for added mediums

• Exceptional texture retention for brush and knife work

• Versatile for thick or thin techniques

• Made in Australia with artist-trusted quality and unique colour range

Whether you’re a professional artist or an enthusiastic painter exploring new textures, Matisse Structure Acrylics offer an unbeatable balance of quality, versatility, and local artistry. If thickness, texture, and vibrant colour are what you're after — this is the paint to reach for.

If you want to learn more about Matisse structure, texture and technique check out the video below