In 2025, we’re celebrating a big milestone—ArtResin’s 10-year anniversary!
ArtResin was born from a simple but frustrating problem: finding a safe, easy-to-use resin for artwork. What began as an idea has grown into a global brand trusted by artists around the world. Here’s how ArtResin evolved from its beginnings to where we are today—and where we’re headed next.
The Early Days: How It All Started
In the early 2010s, Canadian artists and husband-and-wife duo Dave and Rebecca Zak loved the modern, sleek look that resin gave their art—but they didn’t love the resin. Their only options at that time were harsh industrial formulas that gave them headaches and ruined their work. They knew there was so much potential for a water-clear resin designed specifically for art, that was safe enough to use at home, easy to work with, and provided long-lasting protection.
After sampling resins from around the world, only to feel disappointed time and again, they decided to create their own.
The Breakthrough: A Formula Made For Artists, By Artists.
To bring their vision to life, Dave and Rebecca partnered with Texas-based epoxy resin manufacturers Ali Mutlu and Whitney Wheaton. Combining their artistic insight with Ali's business expertise and Whitney’s technical know-how, they got to work sourcing ingredients and testing formulas.
The partners refused to compromise on safety or use cheap fillers and solvents known to cause health issues. The result was a resin like no other: non-toxic, free from VOCs, low-odor, food-safe, crystal-clear and with an easy 1:1 mixing ratio.
Once they felt the ArtResin formula was perfect enough to use themselves, it was third-party tested for safety so they could confidently share it with other artists.
In March 2015, ArtResin hit the market as a safe alternative to traditional epoxy resins. It was the first of its kind, paving the way for resin artists across the world.
2015-2025: A Decade Of Milestones
Over the past 10 years, ArtResin’s commitment to safety, quality, and innovation has remained as strong as ever. Here are some of the key milestones from our journey so far:
2015:
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In March, ArtResin.com and ArtResin.ca officially launches.
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In June, ArtResin introduces our ArtResin Winner giveaway, showcasing customer art and gifting free ArtResin each month.
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In August, ArtResin becomes available in retail for the first time.
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In the fall, ArtResin becomes available on Amazon US & Canada.
2016:
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ArtResin becomes widely available in major art supply stores across North America.
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In November, ArtResin becomes available in Australia
- ArtResin launches the Propane Torch Head, ResinTint, and a 10 gallon kit with spigot
- In August, ArtResin becomes available on Amazon UK & Europe
- In September, ArtResin becomes available on Amazon Australia
- ArtResin passes BPA Extraction testing
2018:
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ArtResin passes Food Migration testing
- ArtResin passes California Proposition 65 testing
2020:
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ArtResin's UK website launches
- ArtResin passes Skin Irritation/Corrosivity testing
- ArtResin launches Alcohol Ink & Ink Sinker
2022:
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ArtResin launches Industrial Clear, our 2:1 formula for projects beyond artwork that require more strength and durability
2023:
- ArtResin's German website launches
- ArtResin passes Eye Irritation/ Corrosivity testing
- ArtResin's passes bottle Leakage testing
- ArtResin passes PH and Alkali Reserve testing
Celebrating 10 Years & Looking Ahead
From day one, we've been about empowering artists to create with confidence. With a dedicated customer service team and our million (okay, almost a million) videos, blogs, tutorials, and social media posts, ArtResin has built a community where artists can learn, grow, and inspire each other every step of the way.
Our 10-year milestone isn’t just about looking back—it’s about looking to the future. We’re excited to keep growing, innovating, and supporting artists, creators, and makers across the world. Your passion and creativity have shaped ArtResin into what it is today, and we can’t wait to see what the next decade brings.
Whether you’ve been with ArtResin from the beginning or are just discovering it now, here’s to 10 years of creativity—and many more to come!
We’re Kicking Off Our 10th Anniversary With a Giveaway!
Answer the following question correctly for your chance to win a 1 gallon ArtResin kit:
How many ArtResin kits have we shipped from our Texas warehouse in the past 10 years?
- The winner will be the person who guesses closest without going over. If multiple participants submit the correct answer, a winner will be chosen randomly.
- The contest is open to participants around the world.
- One entry person. No purchase necessary.
- Entries must be received by March 31st at midnight (ET).
- Our lucky winner will be contacted by email and announced in our newsletter on April 2nd.
Good luck! 🎉
Before entering, please take a moment to review the following terms and conditions:
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