Items of Interest.

School Mate Incorporated announces Chunkie Washable Markers, an exciting new medium for all ages. Bright colors flow without interruption from an extra large patented tip that will not dry out. Make "Dot" art or thick marker lines. Colors can blend in a watercolor effect. Non-spillable bottles. Non-toxic. Washable! Available in sets of four and six assorted colors. All bottles contain 75 ml. Circle 347.

Inovart Inc.[R] unveils a full line of quality Printmaking Products: Lino Cutters, handles and sets made from high carbon steel; Medium Soft and Hard Rubber Brayers; Inking Plates made of strong, unbreakable metal that fit over the edge of a classroom desk or table; Smooth-Cut Printing Plates that do not require much pressure or force to cut into; and high quality white or marble-surface, Block Printing Paper which is suitable for a wide variety of inks. All products are appropriate for both professionals and students. Circle 348.

Handy Art[TM] is pleased to introduce Handy Art Block Ink. This ink ensures exceptional quality and comparable value. The colorful selection of block printing inks are available in jars, tubes, and no-fuss cartridges. Handy Art's Block Ink makes printmaking extra-fun and extra easy! Circle 349.

Activa[R] distributes Celluclay, the original instant papier-mache product. Celluclay is a one-step product. It mixes easier, faster, and more evenly than other brands with less dust and overall mess. You can make it as stiff or soft as your project requires. Great for all kinds of sculpture, jewelry, and other art projects. Dries without firing. When dry, celluclay can be sanded, sawed, drilled, and assembled with glue or nails. It accepts most any color or surface finish too. Non-toxic. Circle 350.

Shimpo Ceramics (a division of Nidec-Shimpo America Corporation) announces the addition of a new Two-Piece Splashpan. This pan has been designed to incorporate the features and benefits customers and dealers have been requesting. The splashpan features a user-friendly interlocking design that removes easily for cleaning. (It does not require removal of the wheel head.) Long service life and durability is ensured via the splash-pan's heavy-duty quality construction while its snug-fitting design prevents spillage. The easy Two-Piece Splashpan (AC-0012PC) fits all Master Series and RK-10 Series models; contact your local Shimpo dealer for details. Circle 351.

Scratch-Art Company, Inc. introduces Rainbow White[R] Scratch-Art[R] Paper. Scratch this unique, white coated heavyweight paper with a stick to reveal a rainbow of spectacular colors underneath. Students can expand their creativity even further by adding markers, coloring pencils, crayons or rubber stamps. Safe and non-toxic. Paper available in a variety of sizes, stick included. Circle 352.

L & K Concepts releases Learning through Art. A new video training series for early childhood teachers. These first three videos address the significance of art in the early childhood classroom. The video demonstrates how children actively learn while involved in art activities. Ideal for new teachers, experienced teachers, day care professionals, and everyone who works with young children. Circle 353.

Artix introduces their new Paper making Kits. With the Artix kit, learning to make paper is fun and easy. Artix paper making kits also allow the user to silkscreen with the same mould. Artix includes a complete support web site to help you acquire new papermaking materials and ideas for paper projects. Circle 354.

Crystal Productions is pleased to announce the release of a new video in its popular Art Is ... Video Series by animator Don Wass entitled, Computer Animation. Mr. Wass demonstrates computer animation in the classroom. Basic three-dimensional software is used to create the animation and includes sketch tools, lathe tools, text tools, and others. Students learn how to create a layout or sound stage with camera, lights, modeling and coloring objects, acting, and developing story, boards. Circle 355.

American Art Clay Co., Inc. introduces WireForm[R], the amazing sculpting material. This specially manufactured metal mesh is pliable enough to mold, yet sturdy enough to add clay and modeling materials, such as Claycrete[R] and Sculptamold[R] from AMACO[R]. WireForm[R] is perfect for many modeling and sculptural projects and can be used by artist, crafters, architects, and students. The many uses of WireForm[R] include armatures, fine art, model making and miniatures, architecture, school projects, home and garden decor, and set decorations. Circle 356.