We’re pleased to report on a recent event we sponsored, the demo ‘Paint Along’ Masterclass, held in collaboration with Jarrolds of Norwich on Thursday, July 25. The event saw attendance from 50 guests, each paying £45, for an evening that combined an art demonstration by Claire Francis Swift with the use of Winsor & Newton products.

The materials needed for the session, including Galeria paint, pads, and brushes, were provided free of charge for the event by Colart. Claire guided participants through the process of creating an acrylic painting of a scene from Norfolk, catering to a wide range of skill levels from beginners to more experienced artists.

Jarrolds have added a blog post to their website providing details about the event and highlighting Colart’s contribution (see image below)

This collaborative effort with Jarrolds serves as a reflection of our ongoing support for artistic engagement within the community.

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Last week I ran a special watercolour painting class with the finance team, organized with the help of @meganpontier and we were also joined by @ericvillanueva

This was a great group and it was fun to share watercolour techniques but also the importance of putting down our devices and taking the time to really see the world around us in our daily lives.  It was a pleasure for me to spend some time with the finance team but they still won’t switch gears and allow me to do any accounting. 🙂

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Je suis persuadé que tout le monde se joindra à moi pour souhaiter une très bonne retraite à Patrick qui fera sa dernière journée chez Colart ce mercredi.

Patrick est arrivé dans l’entreprise le 11 janvier 1990. Il est arrivé à l’âge de 25 ans comme opérateur de fabrication à l’atelier vernis après un début de carrière réalisé dans la restauration.

 Durant ses 35 ans chez Colart, il aura connu certaines fabrications aujourd’hui disparues comme la pâte plastique ou encore la gamme Restauration et aura également activement participé à la mise en place et au démarrage des gammes « Spraypaint Liquitex » ou encore « Marker Linz ». Patrick aura également été au cœur du transfert de compétence des gammes Letraset et de l’intégration de tous ces nouveaux process de fabrication.

 En 2017 il me fait confiance et accepte le défi qui lui est proposé de devenir animateur de fabrication, poste qu’il occupera jusqu’à la fin de sa carrière. Il intègrera en 2020 la partie conditionnement vernis ainsi que l’atelier ½ godet aquarelle.

C’est donc avec beaucoup d’émotion que je le remercie personnellement pour toute ces années passées au sein de mes équipes et que je lui souhaite une très bonne retraite bien méritée !!

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Hello all! 

I am pleased to announce that DC4 North America successfully conducted our first Extremely Hazardous Substance (EHS) release drill on Wednesday, July 24th.

The drill simulated a scenario in which multiple pallets of spray paint (aerosols) were damaged, resulting in the release of toxic vapors/fumes within our aerosols cage. This necessitated an immediate evacuation of the building while avoiding the contaminated area. I am proud to report that the evacuation was completed in just over five minutes, and the entire drill was concluded in under ten minutes. This is a commendable achievement for our first drill, and we aim to improve our response time in future exercises!

I extend my sincere gratitude to all participants for their dedication and commitment to ensuring the safety and preparedness of our site.

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Since its launch in January 2023, the Snazaroo Kids Instagram has quickly grown, reaching an exciting milestone of 1,000 followers. This platform has been instrumental in showcasing our creative collaborations with beloved children’s brands like Gabby’s Dollhouse and PAW Patrol, captivating the imaginations of our young audience. The account has played a crucial role in our brand’s strategic pivot towards engaging children under 10, offering vibrant and engaging content tailored specifically for this age group. The enthusiastic response highlights the success of our efforts and the role of the platform in driving recommendations and referrals to the Snazaroo brand.

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