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Art Materials Every Creative Soul Should Own
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items From dreamy watercolors to bold acrylics, these are the tools that make creating feel magical. Whether you’re sketching, painting, or experimenting with mixed media, these finds will keep your creativity flowing. ✨
These pencils activate with water to become vibrant and permanent. Ideal for artists who switch between drawing and painting.
Derwent Inktense Pencils
These glide so smoothly that writing feels extra satisfying, and the metallic shades pop beautifully on both white and black paper. The white pen is my favorite for highlights because it makes drawings instantly look more polished.
Sakura Gelly Roll Metallic And White 3 Pens Set
These pencils feel super balanced in the hand and give such clean, consistent shading. I love how easy it is to control pressure, especially when sketching portraits.
Faber-Castell Graphite Pencil 12PCS/BOX
I always reach for these when I want reliable, smooth lines that don’t feather. They make my sketches look sharper without any extra effort
Uni Pin (general)
These pens never smudge on me, even when I layer watercolor over them. The lines come out crisp and professional, perfect for detailed inking days.
Uni Pin Technical Fineliner Pens
This kit honestly feels like a treasure box because everything you need is in one place. It’s perfect when I want to switch mediums without hunting for supplies.
168-Piece Art Supply Set (Drawing & Painting Kit)
These minis are so easy to carry around and the colors are surprisingly rich for their size. I use them for quick doodles and they always turn out bright and clean.
12Pc Mini Fineliners Mont Marte Pen Set Fine Liner
The blending on these markers is shockingly smooth, especially for big color sets. They make manga-style shading feel effortless and the range of tones is so fun to explore.
Alcohol Markers, Manga highlighter pen set
This easel is lightweight but sturdy enough for long painting sessions. I love how it makes painting feel more “official” and comfortable.
Easel Stand
This canvas feels sturdy and holds paint beautifully without warping or soaking too much. Colors show up vibrant, and the texture gives my paintings a more professional look.
LARGE Kelly Art Canvas PANEL
These panels feel sturdy and hold paint beautifully, giving my artwork a clean, polished finish. They’re perfect for quick studies or full pieces without taking up too much storage space.
Canvas Panel Board
The ultra-smooth surface handles ink, markers, and detailed linework beautifully. Ideal for artists who want crisp, clean illustrations.
Strathmore 300 Series Bristol Smooth/Vellum
The paper in this sketchbook is thick enough to handle markers, pens, and even light washes without bleeding. I love how clean the pages stay, making every sketch feel intentional.
NFS Van Gogh Sketchbook, Thickened Sketchpad
This sketchbook has thick, smooth paper that works well with pencils, ink, and markers. Its durable build makes it perfect for everyday sketching or professional projects.
Moleskine Art Sketchbook
This sketchbook handles markers and wet mediums so well that I never worry about bleeding. The spring binding makes it easy to flip through, and it lays flat when I’m drawing.
A4 Spring Sketchbook (Thickened)
The colors blend nicely and look vibrant on canvas, even without heavy layering. It’s such a good starter set for anyone wanting to explore acrylics.
Acrylic Painting Set (12/24 colors)
These gouache paints are buttery smooth and dry into such rich, velvety colors. I love how easy they are to re-wet, making them perfect for slow, detailed painting days.
Arteza Gouache Paint 12ml - Set of 24
The texture is thick and satisfying, almost like a mix between acrylic and oil. They layer beautifully and give your paintings a more dramatic, textured look.
Acrylic Paint Set 12/24 Colors (Oil-Like Finish)
These watercolors melt instantly with water and give such soft, dreamy washes. The colors stay bright even when diluted, which is why I keep reaching for them.
Sakura Transparent Solid Watercolor (12–72 Colors)
The brushes hold their shape well, and each one lays paint differently in a way that makes experimenting fun. They feel soft but not flimsy, so blending is really smooth.
Artist Brush Set (10 pcs – Round, Flat, Different Edges)
love how easy it is to mix colors on this because you can see tones clearly against the transparent surface. Cleanup is simple too, and it looks super aesthetic on the desk.
Clear Acrylic Palette (for Mixing Paint)
These knives make texture work so fun, and the metal feels firm enough for bold strokes. I love using them for thick paint because it adds dimension instantly.
Artist Palette Knife Set (5 pcs)