Holbein

Founded in 1977 by Peter Hopper, HK Holbein Inc. proudly serves artists across North America from offices in Vermont and Ontario. Today, Peter’s sons Douglas and Timothy Hopper, along with grandson Matthew Hopper, lead the company, continuing strong ties with Holbein headquarters in Osaka, Japan.

As the exclusive distributor of Holbein’s world-renowned paints and products, HK Holbein also represents trusted names like Strathmore Paper and General Pencil, offering a curated range of premium art supplies.

With roots dating back to the late 1800s, Holbein Artist Materials is one of the world’s largest and most respected manufacturers of professional-grade art materials. Employing over 210 people, including five expert color chemists, Holbein is committed to unmatched quality and innovation.

Holbein is unique: it produces no student-grade paints. Every product is crafted for serious and professional artists, offering brilliant color, exceptional permanence, and flawless consistency.

At Holbein, quality isn't just a standard—it’s a tradition.
Holbein: the artists’ choice, every time.