Louise Moore

Every artist knows the feeling: the moment of excitement as you unwrap a new canvas, only for that excitement to curdle into frustration. Maybe the frame is warped before you even touch it, or the gesso is so thin it devours your expensive paint. For years, we lived this reality, pouring our time and passion onto canvases that simply weren't built to last.

When you look closely at a premium, professional-grade stretcher bar—like the Tulipwood frames we craft here at HM Canvases—you'll notice a subtle but essential detail: the inner edge of the wood, where it meets the canvas, is not a sharp, 90-degree corner. Instead, it features a bevel or a gentle, rounded profile.

We’re thrilled to introduce Alliem Art , a collaboration that proves the most beautiful creations often come from the most unexpected places. Founded by two artists, Ali  and Lou  (yes, our name is an anagram!), Alliem Art is more than just an Etsy shop—it’s a commitment to sustainability, quality, and the fascinating contrast of two creative minds. The Origin Story: Giving Wood a Second Chance Our background is in making canvases, panels, and tondos for other artists. In this work, we...